A North Saanich man is breaking out the obstacles to combat the sterile gym vibe with the IslandB次元官网网址檚 first Ninja gym.

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This month, Armstrong opens the Pacific Ninja Gym, where kids and adults alike can get fit and challenge themselves with workouts that include titles such as Jumping Spider, Rings, Monkey Balls, Salmon Ladder, Quintuplet Steps and Warp Wall.

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Armstrong and his wife owned a kayak shop at FishermanB次元官网网址檚 Wharf for a decade. The Peninsula couple sold that business specifically to embark on the ninja gym adventure. It is in part inspired by the tepid social atmosphere he experienced at the traditional gym B次元官网网址� earbuds in, staring straight ahead.

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HeB次元官网网址檚 confident others are seeking a more adventurous workout, and with fitness instructor ticket in hand, the couple leased the space at 2340 Bevan Ave. last September. ThereB次元官网网址檚 an early indication of popularity, based on email interest and a Jan. 19 birthday party already pre-booked.

B次元官网网址淚tB次元官网网址檚 really popular with kids because of the TV show,B次元官网网址� Armstrong said, referencing American Ninja Warrior and its newer junior version.

School programs start at 3:30 p.m. with the full intent kids can work on their co-ordination, balance and a little socializing for an hour after school.

Youth classes are geared for different age groups and fitness requirements. Adult programs focus on building strength and endurance with workouts using kettle bells, exercise balls and weighted bars to develop important ninja skills like balance and stability, explosive leg strength, gripping and pulling power. They feature small, medium and large workouts to hit every fitness level B次元官网网址� from those needing to get started to those looking to tackle the ninja-level obstacles.

B次元官网网址淜ids can play on the obstacles while mom and dad work out,B次元官网网址� he says. B次元官网网址淭his is a family fitness centre.B次元官网网址�

Visit to learn more about programs and associated costs.

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