‘American Ninja’ Recap: Ballet, Boomerangs, and a Rabbi

American Ninja Warrior traveled to Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love, where it introduced viewers to some pretty interesting contestants.

While it’s not uncommon to see accountants, attorneys, and doctors compete in the show, it is a rare treat to see a professional ballet dancer take on the course. Keegan O'Brien wanted to take on the obstacle course because, “I want to show that dance really isn’t effeminate,” he said, “It’s masculine. It’s probably one of the most manly things you can do out there.” Unfortunately, he pirouetted into the water on the paddle boards section of the course.

Logan Broadbent, another Ninja hopeful, said he’s familiar with competitive situations, as he’s the current No. 1 boomerang thrower in America.

And finally there was Akiva Neuman, who is studying to be a rabbi. He did well until his hands started schvitzing and he slipped off an obstacle.

American Ninja Warrior airs Monday at 8 p.m. on NBC.

Check out this Ninja Warrior contestant who brings clean water to impoverished people:

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