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The Snake Run is an obstacle, firstly introduced as the first obstacle in Stage One on American Ninja Warrior 8, replacing the Piston Road from the previous two seasons. Competitors have to cross a 24-foot pool with the eight 20-inch varied-angle disks that are arranged like a letter 'S', also allowing competitors to skip some of the disks. The disk steps are inspired by the steps on the Sonic Curve.

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Aerial view of ANW8's Snake Run

Despite being just the first obstacle on Stage One, it was proven to be surprisingly difficult, due to the fact that the steps wobbled and were angled differently. Because of that, there was no room for error while attempting the obstacle, as competitors either flew through the first six steps or had a stumble and failed.

A total of 8 competitors failed on this obstacle. This included Lucas Gomes, Nate Burkhalter, Travis Rosen, Jackson Meyer, Grant Clinton, and most shockingly, Geoff Britten (which would lead to his temporary retirement from the competition). Currently, this obstacle has the highest amount of casualties of any other first obstacle in Stage One.

During USA vs. The World 3, the obstacle took out Bjarke Tønnesen (Team Europe) and Jessie Graff (Team USA).

Other Season Appearances[]

American Ninja Warrior 9[]

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American Ninja Warrior 9's Snake Run in Stage One

The Snake Run returned on American Ninja Warrior 9 in Stage One, once again as the first obstacle. However, the number of disks was reduced to 6, and the disks were placed like an inverted 'C', which sets a predetermined route that competitors has to use, if not, all of the steps. The design on the steps was changed from dots to crosshairs.

Although the obstacle took out notable competitors such as Brian Wilczewski, Morgan Wright and Steve Seiver, this version was proven to be slightly easier, as only six competitors failed.

On American Ninja Warrior 10, the obstacle was replaced by the Archer Alley.


Other Appearances[]

Australian Ninja Warrior[]

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Australian Ninja Warrior 4's Snake Run

On Australian Ninja Warrior 4, the Snake Run appeared as the first obstacle during the semifinals and in Stage One, which was very similar to the one used on American Ninja Warrior 9.

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Australian Ninja Warrior 5's Snake Run

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Horizontal view of Australian Ninja Warrior 5's Snake Run

Then, on Australian Ninja Warrior 5, the obstacle reappeared as the first obstacle in Stage One. This time, it featured seven steps instead of six with the second and sixth step placed in the left side while the rest of the steps are on the right side.


Ninja Israel[]

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Ninja Israel 4's Snake Run

On Ninja Warrior Israel 4, the Snake Run, locally called הסטפר המתעקל (literally The Curving Stepper) appeared as the first obstacle in Stage One, which was very similar to the one used on American Ninja Warrior 9, except the first three steps was made flattened, and a rope added at the end.


Ninja Warrior France[]

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Ninja Warrior France 2's Snake Run

In Ninja Warrior France 2, Snake Run appeared as the first obstacle of Stage 1. This version featured ten disks arranged in the shape of an arc.

Ninja Warrior Poland[]

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Ninja Warrior Poland 7's Snake Run

On Ninja Warrior Poland 7, the Snake Run, locally called Bieg Parkourowca 2 (Parkour Run 2) appeared as the first obstacle during the Heats. The obstacle consisted of 6 steps arranged in a snake formation. In addition, between the third and fourth and fourth and between the fourth and fifth step, the distance began to increase, which was difficult for some competitors, and the last step was flattened.

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Ninja Warrior Poland 7's Snake Run 2

Later in that season's finals Stage One, the obstacle returned as the first obstacle, only now it consisted of 5 steps arranged in a hook formation.

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Ninja Warrior Poland 8's Snake Run

Then, on Ninja Warrior Poland 8, the Snake Run reappeared as the first obstacle in Heats.

Competitors' Success Rate[]

  • All results based on the NBC/Keshet 12/Polsat broadcast and external information found

American Ninja Warrior[]

ANW Clears Attempts Percentage
ANW8 81 89 91.01%
ANW9 89 95 93.68%
USA vs. The World 3 7 9 77.78%
USA vs. The World 4 8 8 100%
Total 185 201 92.04%

Ninja Israel[]

NWI Clears Attempts Percentage
NWI4 23 23 100%
Total 23 23 100%

Ninja Warrior Poland[]

NWP Clears Attempts Percentage
NWP7 23 23 100%
NWP8 (Heat 1) 26 28 92.86%
NWP8 (Heat 2) 26 28 92.86%
NWP8 (Heat 3) 27 28 96.43%
NWP8 (Heat 4) 26 28 92.86%
NWP8 (Heat 5) 27 28 96.43%
NWP8 (Heat 6) 25 28 89.29%
Total 180 191 94.24%

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