"Our family has been fortunate to be part of the Ganbaru family since its infancy. Our rock climbers were drawn to obstacle training and the opportunity to learn from an actual American Ninja Warrior was something we couldn't pass up. From our first interaction (we won a social media promotion to enter a pop-up competition), we were hooked. Coach Elija and Coach Shanna embody the ethics that we find most valuable in youth sports--hard work, perseverance, leadership, GRIT. They are creative, fun, and model what hard work can produce.

In their training over the past couple of years, our three oldest children have earned the respect of the local, regional, and national ninja community. They have won or placed in many events they compete in. Even more important than that, though, is that they have learned how to lose with grace and encourage all of their fellow ninjas to do THEIR best. Training for youth ninja events and working with such great people has made all four of our children better athletes and better HUMANS. We are hoping that the Sansoms will be able to continue their work in the ninja community so our fourth child can become part of Team Ganbaru."