Quad Steps
Step up to the challenge with the Quad Steps, a dynamic obstacle that transforms your course into a test of agility, balance, and explosive power! With a total of 8 Quad Steps available, typically arranged as 4 per lane, this versatile setup invites ninjas of all skill levels to leap across a series of four platforms, each designed to push your limits in unique ways. The ability to adjust the spacing between the steps allows for a fully customizable experience, tailoring the difficulty to suit your event's needs and participants' abilities.
Setup Variations and Features
Standard Lane SetupHow It Works: Each lane features 4 Quad Steps, positioned in a straight line for ninjas to leap from one platform to the next. The total of 8 steps can be split into two lanes, creating a side-by-side challenge or a single extended course.Difficulty Adjustment: The space between each step can be modified, with closer distances of 1-2 feet offering a beginner-friendly pace, while 3-4 feet apart challenges intermediates with longer leaps. For advanced users, gaps of 5-6 feet or more test explosive power and precision, making each jump a heart-pounding effort.Benefits: Builds leg strength, coordination, and confidence, perfect for a straightforward yet engaging obstacle that encourages progression.
Wider Apart VariationHow It Works: Increasing the lateral distance between the Quad Steps requires ninjas to adjust their body alignment and stride, adding a lateral balance component to each leap.Difficulty Variance: A 1-2 foot lateral shift is manageable for beginners, focusing on step accuracy. A 3-4 foot shift challenges intermediates with wider stances, while 5-6 feet or more pushes advanced users to master complex body control and landing stability.Benefits: Enhances lateral agility and stability, offering a unique twist that tests spatial awareness and adaptability.
Sonic Boom FormatHow It Works: In this innovative setup, the 8 Quad Steps are arranged in a U-shaped configuration, connecting two lanes into a single, continuous course. Ninjas leap across the first set of 4 steps, navigate the U-turn at the base, and return via the second set, creating a flowing, boomerang-style challenge.Difficulty Variance: Tight U-turns with 1-2 foot gaps suit beginners, allowing a controlled pivot. Wider gaps of 3-4 feet challenge intermediates with momentum management, while 5-6 foot gaps test advanced users with a demanding turn and sustained effort.Benefits: Promotes endurance and strategic planning, turning the obstacle into a standout feature that connects lanes for a dramatic, competitive edge.
The Quad Steps' adjustable spacing, both linear and lateral, dramatically alters the difficulty, ensuring that farther leaps demand more power, while wider gaps require enhanced balance. Whether set up for a single lane, dual lanes, or the thrilling Sonic Boom format, this obstacle delivers a fun, challenging, and customizable experience that keeps participants engaged and coming back for more!
