The qualifying rounds continue in San Antonio with competitors as young as 15 return in this first round of competition. Minions have taken over the course and brought new obstacle Despicaballs. Other new obstacles include Shattered Panes, Final Frontier in addition to the iconic Warped Wall.

The Semifinals begin in Los Angeles where the competing ninjas face up to 10 challenging obstacles, including, for the first time, Kaleidoscope, Ghost Town and Spin Zone. The two fastest ninjas will face off on the Power Tower for a Safety Pass.