Students are meeting real-life Ninja Warriors on the playground and in the school gym where the ninjas are teaching them how to be healthy, active, and balanced!
These ninjas aren’t just there to show off their sweet acrobatics but to also teach the warriors of tomorrow how to live healthier and be more active while also taking their schoolwork seriously.
Meet the Ninjas
You may have seen Travis Brewer (Spirit Ninja) and Nicholas Coolridge (Modern Tarzan) on the popular NBC television show, swinging from ropes and flying up walls. They have partnered with Sunwarrior to bring their unique Ninja Lifestyle to schools around the country.
Watch Them in Action
They started in Washington D.C. area at the Great Falls Elementary in Great Falls, Virginia. The kids loved the interactive event. You can watch them in action here.
Then they moved on to Chicago area to entertain and educate at the Elmwood Elementary in Naperville, IL. Watch them as they tumble, flip, and roll their way into hearts and minds.
What the Ninjas Do at the Schools
Demonstrate acrobatic skills
Involve teachers, parents, and students
Attempt to conquer the obstacle courses (aka playgrounds, buildings, and gym equipment)
Teach about health, fitness, and educationrnt
Healthy eating
Exercising creativity
Developing confidence
Overcoming setbacks and failures
The smarts behind staying active
How schooling helped them succeed
Travis shares some of his story about getting a Master’s Degree despite a learning disability
Nicholas shares his story of taking his talent and turning it into an art form
Hopefully, support for their tour continues, and you’ll see a ninja at your school soon.
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