From the brink of suicide… to building the most beloved ninja competition in America 🥷✝️
When Mike Cook lost over million and nearly ended his life, he never imagined God would give him a mission that would unite the ninja world. What started as a few obstacles in his backyard has grown into Ultimate Backyard Warrior (UBW) one of the most faith fueled, community driven competitions in the sport.
In this episode of The Ninjas Way Podcast, Mike opens up about the lowest point of his life, the exact moment God stepped in, and how that led to a mission that combines high level ninja competition with a platform to bring people to Christ.
You’ll hear how UBW evolved from a homemade course to a professional gym experience, the generosity and support that shaped its growth, and the strategies that keep sponsors and athletes coming back year after year.
In this Episode 👇🏻
00:30 Mike Cook’s Journey to Ninja Warrior
18:48 The Birth of UBW Competitions
25:42 Future Plans for UBW
28:12 Building a Community of Young Ninjas
34:33 From Backyard to Professional Gym
39:36 Memorial Day Competitions and Future Plans
46:14 Sponsorship Strategies and Success Stories
Learn more about UBW here- https://www.facebook.com/ubwfit/
