Warriors on a Mission, Colorado Springs, CO (2026)

Warriors on a Mission is an event where American Ninja Warriors and Juniors from the TV show gather together for a meet and greet while keynote speakers share their stories of overcoming life's obstacles This year Warriors on a Mission is coming to Anaheim, California as a part of the Obstacle Sports Expo National Finals! Join us Friday, July 26th for an exciting evening with a Meet and Greet incl

uding over 20 American Ninja Warriors, special music, and hear from some of your favorite ninja celebrities about their incredible life stories about overcoming obstacles. Supported by UNAA Obstacle Sports Expo and Overcoming Obstacles

Location:
Anaheim Convention Center
200 S Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805

Date:
Friday, July 26th, 2024

Time:
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Schedule:
4:45 pm to 5:15 pm VIP entry to Meet & Greet
5:15 pm to 6:00 pm General admission to Meet & Greet
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Music, Speakers, Q & A Panel and more! Ninja Warriors Keynote Speakers
Daniel Gil “The Kingdom Ninja”
Gnarly Nate Hansen
Isabella Wakeham
Elijah Browning “The Boss NInja”
Josiah Pippel
Sam Folsom
Caleb Bergstrom

Emcees: Jason & Kathy Bergstrom and Nate Burkhalter

Meet & Greet these Amazing American Ninja Warriors! Vance Walker- Season 15 Million Dollar Winner
Taylor Greene
Hans Hertz
Addy Herman
Jessie Graff
Jaleesa Himka “NINJALEESA”
Emily Keener
Tyler Smith
Phil Folsom
Ashley Bergstrom
Enzo Wilson “Electric Enzo”
Karsten Williams “ Big Kat”
Jonathan Bange “JB”
Seth Lambert
Jess Wombles
Elizabeth Polsgrove “Lightning Liz” from ANWJR
Caleb Keener “ Lil Kat” from ANWJR
Zuri Harrison “The Homeschool Ninja” from ANWJR
Joy Wolf from ANWJR
Kaden Forsha “Chatterbox Ninja” from ANWJR
Nate Burkhalter “ILLUMINATE”
And many more.. Cost for Admission to Event:
FREE GENERAL ADMISSION (Must reserve a seat) ( Donations encouraged to sponsor the ninjas)
Donate $30+ Get free autograph booklet included! Donate $100+ Get 2 VIP entry and an autograph booklet
Donate $250 Get a FAMILY VIP Entry package for up to 6 family members- includes 3 autograph booklets
GET A FULL COLOR autograph & Bio booklet to collect signatures! (Limited quantity at check in) Cost $15

WHAT IS A VIP TICKET? A VIP ticket gets you early bird entry to the event to meet the ninjas and get autographs from all your favorite ninjas and priority seating to find your best seats for optimal viewing. It also includes a full color autograph book with space to collect signatures under each biography profile. VIP ticketing helps sponsor the ninjas and costs for the event! DONATIONS of any amount WELCOME: Please get behind this ministry! All donations are tax deductible and go through Overcoming Obstacles Ministries. Learn more about Warriors on a Mission 2024: https://warriorsonamission.org/

RESERVE YOUR SEAT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/warriors-on-a-mission-2024-tickets-852574963667

HELP SPONSOR THIS EVENT ( Learn more on how you can help
Go to www.warriorsonamission.org

If you have any questions about any of these events, please contact me at:
Suzanne Himka, Event Director
Email: [email protected]

07/01/2026

WARRIORS ON A MISSION 2026
Join us for our 5th Annual Warriors on a Mission, featuring 25+ American Ninja Warriors in Harrisburg, PA

Be inspired by powerful testimonies of overcoming obstacles, meet your favorite ninjas, and experience two amazing opportunities for an evening of incredible encouragement .

Event Dates: Choose what fits your schedule at UNAA/FINA World Championships!
Friday, July 10 | 6:00–8:00 PM
• Meet & Greet (5:30–6:00 PM)
• Worship, Q&A with ANW Ninjas, Encouragement & Prayer (6:00–8:00 PM)

Tuesday, July 14 | 5:00–9:00 PM (Program 6:00–8:00 PM)
MAIN EVENT
• Meet & Greet (5:00–6:00 PM & 8:00–9:00 PM)
• Worship, Q&A w/ANW Ninjas, Keynote Speakers & Prayer (6:00–8:00 PM)
• Keynote: The Reusch Family – Armor Up Kids (Follow )

Location: Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, 2300 N. Cameron St. Harrisburg, PA

FREE Event (Donations Encouraged)
🎟 Reserve your spot—limited seating!
Music Featuring Justin Hobbs
MC Hosts & Interviewers
Joy Wolf – “Ninja Joy”
Jared Greer – “Overcoming Obstacles”

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: ARMOR UP KIDS
The Reusch Family
Website: https://armorupkids.com/
Instagram:
Male ANW Celebrities
Nate Hansen “ Gnarly Nate”
Sam Folsom – “The Barn”
Ryan Stratis – “Strat”
Caleb Bergstrom
Ron Zaagman – “Ice Ninja”
Caleb Keener – “Lil Kat”
Karsten Williams – “Big Kat”
Jonathan Bange “ JB”
Jeremy Lauff – “High Hopes Ninja”
Glenn Albright – “Carabao Ninja”
Grant Kinningham
Tyler Kurtzhals “Tk Ninja Trickz”

Female ANW Celebrities
Jaleesa Himka – “Ninjaleesa”
Isabella Folsom
Elizabeth Polsgrove – “Lightning Liz”
Joy Wolf – “Ninja Joy”
Jenedy Paige – “The Art Ninja”
Karen Wiltin
Ixchel Valentine “ Nerdy Ninja”
Kherrington Andrews “KK”
Emily Keener – “EK”
And more adding…

Get a full color autograph booklet and collect autographs
Hosted by Overcoming Obstacles Ministries
We would love to get SPONSORS for this event!

👉GET TICKETS, and ALL DETAILS HERE:
https://warriorsonamission.org

📩 For More INFO or to Be Involved:
Contact Warriors on a Mission Founder, Suzanne Himka: [email protected]

05/27/2026

WARRIORS ON A MISSION 2026
Join us for our 5th Annual Warriors on a Mission, featuring 25+ American Ninja Warriors in Harrisburg, PA

Be inspired by powerful testimonies of overcoming obstacles, meet your favorite ninjas, and experience two amazing opportunities for an evening of incredible encouragement .
Event Dates: Choose what fits your schedule at UNAA/FINA World Championships!

Friday, July 10 | 6:00–8:00 PM
• Meet & Greet (5:30–6:00 PM)
• Worship, Q&A with ANW Ninjas, Encouragement & Prayer (6:00–8:00 PM)

Tuesday, July 14 | 5:00–9:00 PM (Program 6:00–8:00 PM) MAIN EVENT
• Meet & Greet (5:00–6:00 PM & 8:00–9:00 PM)
• Worship, Q&A w/ANW Ninjas, Keynote Speakers & Prayer (6:00–8:00 PM)

• Keynote: The Reusch Family – Armor Up Kids (Follow )
Location: Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, 2300 N. Cameron St. Harrisburg, PA
FREE Event (Donations Encouraged)

🎟 Reserve your spot—limited seatig!
Music Featuring Justin Hobbs
MC Hosts & Interviewers
Joy Wolf – “Ninja Joy”
Jared Greer – “Overcoming Obstacles”
Kathy Bergstrom
Jason Bergstrom
Suzanne Himka – “Warriors on a Mission Founder”
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: ARMOR UP KIDS

The Reusch Family
Website: https://armorupkids.com/
Instagram:
Male ANW Celebrities
Sam Folsom – “The Barn”
Ryan Stratis – “Strat”
Caleb Bergstrom
Ron Zaagman – “Ice Ninja”
Caleb Keener – “Lil Kat”
Karsten Williams – “Big Kat”
Levi Meeks – “Levi Legend”
Ryan Meeks – “The Architect”
Talon Yorn – “Lyme Ninja”
Jeremy Lauff – “High Hopes Ninja”
Glenn Albright – “Carabao Ninja”
Grant Kinningham

Female ANW Celebrities
Jaleesa Himka – “Ninjaleesa”
Isabella Folsom
Elizabeth Polsgrove – “Lightning Liz”
Joy Wolf – “Ninja Joy”
Jenedy Paige – “The Art Ninja”
Karen Wilton
Ixchel Valentine
KK Kherrington
Emily Keener – “EK”
And many more adding…

Get a full color autograph booklet and collect autographs
Hosted by Overcoming Obstacles Ministries
We would love to get SPONSORS for this event!

👉GET TICKETS, and ALL DETAILS HERE:
https://warriorsonamission.org
📩 For More INFO or to Be Involved: Contact Suzanne Himka: [email protected]

07/04/2025

🚨 ONLY ONE WEEK AWAY! 🚨 WARRIORS ON A MISSION 2025

The 4th Annual Warriors on a Mission Kick-Off is landing at Dallas Market Hall on Wednesday, July 9 (6-8 PM | 5 PM VIP)—the perfect way to spend the evening before the UNAA & FINA World Finals!

✨ WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
40+ celebrity ninjas from American Ninja Warrior & ANW Junior
Faith-filled worship, motivating speakers, and an inspiring panel
FREE general admission (suggested $25 pp / $50 family)
VIP option with early entry & autograph booklet

📍 EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wed, July 9, 2025
Time: 6 PM-8 PM (VIP 5 PM)
Location: Dallas Market Hall – 2200 Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX
Schedule
5:00-5:50 PM – VIP Early Entry (photos & autographs)
6:00-8:00 PM – Worship • Speakers • Panel
8:00 PM – Celebrity Meet-and-Greet (event attendees

🎤 LINEUP & CELEBRITIES
MC Hosts
Nate “IllumiNate” Burkhalter
Maggi “Never Give Up” Thorne
Worship
DJ & Breanna Whiting Band
Keynote Speakers
Bob Clark (UNAA Founder)
Ryan Stratis (ANW S1-11)
Taylor “Teej” Johnson (ANW S11-17)
Jason & Kathy Bergstrom (Jungle Gym FL)
Michelle Warnky (ANW S5-15)
Jared Greer (Overcoming Obstacles)

Male Panelists
Daniel Gil • Josiah Pippel • Phil Folsom • Elijah Browning • Ryan “Coop” Cooper • Grant Kiningham • Caleb “Papa Bergie” Bergstrom • Sam Folsom • Nate Hansen • Caleb “Lil Kat” Keener • Seth “Epilepsy Ninja” Lambert • Karsten “Big Kat” Williams • Jonathan “JB” Bange

Female Panelists
Isabella Folsom • Jaleesa “Ninjaleesa” Himka • Elizabeth “Lightning Liz” Polsgrove • Zhanique “Z” Lovett • Joy “Ninja Joy” Wolf • Jenedy “Art Ninja” Paige • Karen Witlin

Additional Celebs Signing Autographs
Max “The Cadet Ninja” Salebra • Emily “EK” Keener • Taylor “Sweet Ninja Girl” Greene • Tyler “The Technician” Smith • Tyler “TK” Kurtzhal • Jeremy “High Hopes” Lauff • Julian “Caveman Ninja” Browning • Kaden “Chatterbox Ninja” Forsha • Ixchel “The Nerdy Ninja” Valentino • Levi “Levi Legend” Meeks • Ryan “The Architect” Meeks • Zuri “The Homeschool Ninja” Harrison • Glenn “Carabao Ninja” Albright • Porter “The Pace Setter” Fagnant • Aaron “The Big Deal” Deal • Sydney Smith

🎟 TICKETS
General Admission: FREE
Suggested donation $25 pp / $50 family
VIP: $100 (2 people) or $75 (single)
• 5 PM entry • full-color autograph booklet • priority Meet & Greet
Autograph Booklet Only: $20
👉 Reserve Now: https://buytickets.at/ninjacoretraining/1657979
ℹ️ Learn more: https://warriorsonamission.org
📧 Questions? Suzanne Himka – [email protected]

Let’s kick off Worlds week with faith, fire, and fierce inspiration! 🔥💪

04/21/2025

Jesus is the greatest superhero the world has ever known—not because He wore a cape or fought villains with brute strength, but because He conquered sin and death with unmatched love and sacrifice.

While superheroes save cities, Jesus saved souls; while others fight for justice, He is justice and mercy in perfect harmony. He laid down His life for a world that rejected Him, taking on every burden, every broken heart, every failure—and then He rose again, defeating the grave and offering eternal life to all who believe. No force of evil could stop Him. No power could contain Him.

Jesus didn’t just save the world—He redeemed it, and in doing so, He showed us the truest, most powerful form of heroism: love that never gives up, never runs out, and never fails.

Romans 5;8, John 3:16, Hebrews 2:14, I John 3;16, Titus 2:14, Isaiah 53:4-5, Matthew 11:28. Romans 8:38-39, ! Corinth 13:8

Learn more at https://warriorsonamission.org

04/14/2025

Experience Warriors on a Mission 2025 in Dallas, Texas
Obstacle Sports Expo Kick Off Event July 9th 6pm to 8 pm
Welcome to the 4th Annual Warriors on a Mission event!

Reserve your seats now for a powerful and uplifting night featuring over 40 American Ninja Warriors from the hit TV show " American Gladiators". Get autographs, hear their inspiring stories of faith over fear and how these athletes are overcoming obstacles in their lives!
Make plans to be there the night before the UNAA Finals begin and enjoy an amazing evening of encouragement!

Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm ( 5 pm is VIP Early Bird entry to get autographs and photos with your favorite ninjas)
Location: Dallas Market Hall
2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207

Event Schedule:
5:00 PM – 5:50 PM
VIP Entry
(Early access for photos and time with ninjas – VIP ticket required)
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Worship, Speakers, and Panel Discussion
8:00 PM
Celebrity Meet and Greet ( For those who attended the event)
Admission:
General Admission: FREE
Suggested donation: $25 per person or $50 per family
VIP Experience: $100 for two people or one entry for $75
Includes:
Early entry at 5:00 PM
One full-color autograph booklet
Priority access to celebrity meet and greet
Autograph Booklet: $20
A full-color, high-quality keepsake with bios of all celebrity ninjas. Perfect for collecting signatures.

Worship Music:
Local Worship Team featuring DJ and the Breanna Whiting Band
Keynote Speakers:
Bob Clark – UNAA President and Founder
Ryan Stratis – Competed on Seasons 1–11 of American Ninja Warrior
Taylor Johnson “Teej” – ANW Seasons 11–17
Jason and Kathy Bergstrom – Parents of 9 and owners of Jungle Gym in Florida
Michelle Warnky – Competed on ANW Seasons 5–15
Jared Greer- Overcoming Obstacles Ministry

MC Hosts:
Nate Burkhalter -” IllumiNate”
Maggi Thorne- “Never Give Up”

Male Panelists:
Daniel Gil – "The Kingdom Ninja"
Josiah Pippel- “Ninjosiah”
Elijah Browning – "The Boss Ninja"
Ryan Cooper – "Ninja Coop"
Grant Kiningham
Caleb Bergstrom “ Papa Bergie”
Sam Folsom- “The Barn”
Nate Hansen – "Gnarly Nate"
Caleb Keener – "Lil Kat"
Seth Lambert- “ Epilepsy Ninja”
Karsten Williams – "Big Kat"
Jonathan Bange – "JB"

Female Panelists:
Isabella Folsom
Jaleesa Himka – "Ninjaleesa"
Elizabeth Polsgrove – "Lightning Lix"
Zhanique Lovett – "Z"
Joy Wolf – "Ninja Joy"
Jenedy Paige “Art Ninja”
Karen Wiltin

Additional Celebrities Signing Autographs:
Phil Folsom- “ Phil Send”
Emily Keener – "EK"
Taylor Greene-
Tyler Smith – "The Technician"
Tyler Kurtzhal – "TK"
Jeremy Lauff – "High Hopes Ninja"
KK Kerrington
Julian Browning – "Caveman Ninja"
Kaden Forsha – "Chatterbox Ninja"
Ixchel Valentine
Levi Meeks – "Levi Legend"
Ryan Meeks- “ The Architect”
Zuri Harrison- “The Homeschool Ninja”
Glenn Albright – "Carabao Ninja"
Evan White
Sydney Smith

Learn more about Warriors on a Mission: https://warriorsonamission.org/

For More Information:
Contact Suzanne HImka (Warriors on a Mission Founder)
[email protected]

RESERVE YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://buytickets.at/ninjacoretraining/1657979

Interested in sponsoring this event
SPONSOR HERE: https://warriorsonamission.org/sponsorship/

04/05/2025

We are excited to announce the 4th year of Warriors on a Mission! SAVE THE DATE of July 9th as the Kickoff Event! Registration opens soon!

FREE Entry ( Donations encouraged)
VIP Entry will get in early to get autographs
Full Color Autograph Booklets available for purchase

Warriors on a Mission 2025 – Event Details

📅 Date: Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
📍 Location: Dallas Market Hall
2200 N. Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX
(Held during the UNAA World Series Finals)

🕔 Event Schedule
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM: VIP Entry (additional cost)
Exclusive access for VIPs to meet speakers and panelists. Celebrities will have merchandise available (shirts, gear, etc.).
5:45 PM: General Admission Opens
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Worship & Main Program

Worship : Performed by the Deejay & Breanna Whiting Band

Keynote Speakers:
Ryan Stratis
Taylor Johnson
Jason & Kathy Bergstrom
Michelle Warnky

Panel Discussions:
Men’s Panel
Women’s Panel
Mixed Panel

8:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Autographs & Networking
Meet & greet with athletes, panelists, and keynote speakers.

🎤 MC Hosts:
Nate Burkhalter
Maggi Thorne

🧔 Male Panelists:
Daniel Gil
Josiah Pippel
Elijah Browning
Ryan Cooper
Grant Kingingham
Sam Folsom
Nate Hansen
Caleb Keener
Seth Lambert
Karsten Williams
Jonathan Bange

👩 Female Panelists:
Isabella Folsom
Jaleesa Himka
Elizabeth Polsgrove
Zhanique Lovett
Joy Wolf
Jenedy Paige
Karen Wiltin

✍️ Celebrities Also Signing Autographs:
Emily Keener
Tyler Smith
TK Kurtzhal
Jeremy Lauff
KK Kerrington
Julian Browning
Kaden Forsha
Ixchel Valentine
KK Kherington
Levi Meeks
Ryan Meeks
Zuri Harrison

🔥 Save the Date!
Warriors on a Mission takes place Wednesday, July 9th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the UNAA Finals in Dallas, Texas!

🌟 VIP Entry at 5:00 PM

Over 40 ninja athletes confirmed so far — and more are joining daily!

Address

Colorado Springs, CO
80918

Telephone

+17192322049

Website

http://www.warriorsonamission.org/

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