Division Criteria

Important Information For Each Division

Novice
A Novice athlete can move up once they have placed in the top three in any PCA SA event.
However we encourage a Novice athletes that have placed in the top three to move up to an open division.

If an athlete has placed in the top three in an event it is his/her prerogative to move on or remain in that category for the competing season.

They must move up to open divisions for the next qualifying season.
Novice Bodybuilding
An athlete who has not placed in any top 3 of ANY Federation's, Provincially or Nationally will be considered a Novice.

A Novice cannot move between open Classes and then back to Novice. In all cases, athletes will be encouraged to move out of the Novice Class if it is felt they are of a sufficient standard to challenge in open classes.
Junior Bodybuilding
Identity document will be compulsory when registering for a Junior division. Please see Men's Bodybuilding division for criteria. Selections for overseas will only have Under 23 years.

What determines a Junior. For example, if a Junior turns 18 years old on the year of competing he will be classed as under 18. If he turns 19 years in the year of competing he will be under 21 years and not under 18 years. See the Bodybuilding criteria for more details.

For South Africa we have a possible 3 age groups for Juniors. Under 18 years, Under 21 Years and Under 23 years. This might not be at every show and will depend on the volume of athlete attendances. Each division could even be split further by making a under 75kg and over 75kg. Again this is based on the previous year's attendance.
Junior Bikini
The age limit to compete in Junior Bikini is 23 and under. For clarification this limit is 23 years and 364 days. This ruling also applies for the British Finals, if an athlete has qualified within that age range but then falls outside by the time the final comes around the athlete is permitted to change class to the open Bikini Toned Class.

Junior Bikini Class will be judged on an athletic body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit and show evidence of training muscularly without being excessively defined or dieted. Symmetry, Balance and Proportions, Conditioning and Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.

Stage presence, etiquette and tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

- Attire will be a 2 piece bikini, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals.
- A much thinner cut is allowed at the back of the bottom costume as long as it does not represent a G-String.
- The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered.
- High heel shoes are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness with a 5 inch heel - 12.7cm maximum (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitors own choice.
- Jewellery can include, earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings.
- No tiaras or head jewellery.
- All jewellery are competitors own choice.

All Ladies Bikini Classes will follow the same format:

- Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order and stand in line.
- Athletes will perform quarter turns.
- Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
- Athletes will perform individual "I" Walks
- Athletes may be asked to perform a free style feminine pose-down as a group.
- Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
- Athletes will then leave the stage

In all instances the athletes will be directed and instructed by the MC or Stage Manager.

Quarter Turns
- Front position - Athlete with one hand on the hip & the other hand off. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
- Side position, left side showing - right leg straight, left leg slightly bent, right hand on the hip, left hand off and pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
- Rear facing position - legs open no more than hip width apart, two hands on hips or two hands off, this is the athlete's choice. No excessive bending forward at the waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
- Side position, right side showing - left leg straight, right leg slightly bent, left hand on the hip, right hand off and pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)

The "I" Walk will be performed as follows:
- Athletes will be selected in numerical order
- The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
- The Athlete will move to the front of stage and again show a front pose of choice.
- The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands must be low.
- The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order and await direction.
- The complete "I" Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.


Disability
This Class is open to disabled athletes only and will not be compulsory at all events.
Best Routine (Development)
Please note: This division does not hold selection for Overseas competitions.

Description:
Best Routine is specifically designed for athletes that would like to do an extra division.

Maximum time allowed for the routine is 60 seconds (one minute).

Athletes are allowed to wear division attire or themed clothing to the music. Please refer to terms and conditions.

Attire
Please refer to the rules and regulations page.
Couples - Two Rounds (Development)
Please note this is a Development Division and does not hold selections for overseas events.

Couples meaning one female partner and one male partner. Couples division was developed for the couple to experience a unity of two partners on stage, as one towards a common goal and is to gain experience in preparation / diet / attire / presentation / confidence / poise / grace / gymnastics / structured dance.
The athlete will not stain the stage.
The athlete will not stain their routine attire with tan.
Glitter or sparkles is allowed but, No body oil.
They can also do sufficient stretching before the routine.
The Judges will score the couples quality of their routine, and then score on their quarter turns - therefore putting great emphasis on the routine.

Quarter Turn round and Routine Round
1. First the Routine Round
The girls may dress as they deem appropriate in order to perform their routine "theme". The routine will be maximum (2 Minutes) 120 seconds. Hair may be styled and jewellery worn.

NO G-STRINGS or Thongs at all. Not to be worn over garments. Bikini bottoms must cover the bottom area adequately. At all times, the bikini bottom must be worn in a manner that prevents it from slipping between the buttocks to appear like a G STRING OR THONG. Men will wear attire of their choice or according to theme. NO PROPS may be used.

The couple will deliver a good routine of a high standard showing off personality, creativity, dance and/or aerobics with even flow with your partner (unity), flowing into the routine without looking out of place. The tempo of the routine can vary from slow to fast. Couples may wear attire, e.g. Tennis outfit etc. Shoes may be worn to perform their routine as well as barefoot if they so choose.
Men's Sports Model
(South Africa we could have up to three heights up to 175cm, up to 178cm & 0ver 178cm)

Judging Criteria

All Men’s Sports Model’s will be judged on the athlete having an athletic, muscular appearance with, Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation. Emphasis will be on the narrow waist and broad shoulders.
Athletes can display dryness along with muscle separation and striations.

Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions. Every aspect of the Athlete’s performance will be judged including skin tone & condition, hair & facial features.

Attire:

Attire will be hot pants of any colour, with or without a lace up in front ensuring there are no logos, motifs or advertisements visible on the hot pants. Competitor will be barefoot.

Athletes should be free of body hair. No body jewellery is allowed. Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line. Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.

Athletes will perform individual “I” Walks
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style pose down as a group. Athletes will then leave the stage.

Compulsory Quarter Turns:

Head must face the same direction as the feet
Hands must be held slightly away from the hot pants with no clenching of fists No twisting of the torso
Feet must be flat on the floor

The compulsory poses are as follows;

Front-Facing, Arms Overhead, Open Handed

*Left Side Showing abdominals & obliques with left hand behind head

Rear-Facing, Arms Overhead, Open Handed

*Right Side Showing abdominals & obliques with right hand behind head

*one side poses the remaining hand can be on or off hips

The “I” Walk will be performed as follows;

Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands can be high or low but must be open handed.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete “I” Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
Men's Physique Model
Known as Men's Cover Model in SA.

(South Africa we could have up to three heights up175cm, up to 178cm & 0ver 178cm).

Judging Criteria
All Men's Physique Classes will be judged on the Athlete having an athletic appearance with, Muscularity, Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.
Every aspect of the Athlete’s performance will be judged including skin tone & condition, hair & facial features.

Attire:
Attire will be long board shorts of any colour that do not extend below the knee ensuring there are no logos, motifs or advertisements visible on the shorts.
Athletes should be free of body hair. No body jewellery is allowed.
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual "I" Walks
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style posedown as a group.
Athletes will then leave the stage.
Compulsory Quarter Turns:
Head must face the same direction as the feet
Hands must be held slightly away from the trunk with no clenching of fists
No twisting of the torso
Feet must be flat on the floor
The compulsory poses are as follows:
Front-Facing, Arms Overhead, Open Handed
*Left Side Showing abdominals & obliques with left hand behind head
Rear-Facing, Arms Overhead, Open Handed
*Right Side Showing abdominals & obliques with right hand behind head
*In side poses the remaining hand can be on or off hips

The "I" Walk will be performed as follows:
Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands can be high or low but must be open handed.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete "I" Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
Men's Muscle Model
In larger groups the classes may be split into Tall & Short Classes.
Short Class: Up to & including 173 cm’s (5 feet 8 inches)
Tall Class: Over 173.1 cm’s
(South Africa we could have up to three heights up175cm, up to 178cm & 0ver 178cm)

Judging Criteria
The Muscle Model Class will be judged on the Athlete having a Muscular appearance & displaying a fuller deep chested presentation than that of the smaller Men's Physique Class. The Athlete should be marked on Muscularity, Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.
Every aspect of the Athlete's performance will be judged including skin tone & condition, hair & facial features.

Attire will be Fashion Shorts (Hot Pants) with a lace up waist ensuring there are no logos, motifs or advertisements visible on the shorts. The shorts can be any length.
Athletes should be free of body hair. No body jewellery is allowed.

Performance
The Muscle Model Class will be executed in exactly the same way as The Men's Physique Classes with the following differences:

Compulsory Quarter Turns
Head must face the same direction as the feet
Hands must be held slightly away from the trunk with no clenching of fists
No twisting of the torso
Feet must be flat on the floor
The compulsory poses are as follows:
Front-Facing, Arms Overhead, Open Handed
*Left Side Showing abdominals & obliques with left hand behind head
Rear-Facing, Arms Overhead, Open Handed
*Right Side Showing abdominals & obliques with right hand
Abdominals & Thigh
Most Muscular Pose (One or Both hands on thighs- no Trap Over Pose) behind head.
*In side poses the remaining hand can be on or off hips.

The "I" Walk will be performed as follows:
Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands can be high or low but must be open handed.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete "I" Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
For clarity, Muscle Model is a larger more muscular version of Men's Athletic Class & hence the only difference in performance is the showing of the two extra compulsory poses.
Men's Classic Bodybuilding
Junior Classic Bodybuilding (23 & under)

First Timer’s Classic Bodybuilding (never competed before)

Novice Classic Bodybuilding (never placed top 3 in any show)

Masters 40+ & 50+

Disability

In larger groups the classes may be split into Tall & Short Classes. Short Class: Up to & including 173 cm’s (5 feet 8 inches) Tall Class: Over 173.1 cm’s



Judging Criteria

**For Clarity; There are no weight to height limits for this class as per PCA International.

Classic Bodybuilding Class will be judged on, Muscularity, Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation.

Judges will reward physiques that best represent a graceful package with all muscle groups flowing from broad shoulders. Athletes should ideally be small at the waist & have powerful legs that tie in & complement the upper body.

Individual Posing Routines will be marked & should be considered by the judges when assessing the athlete’s overall scoring.

Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

Attire will be posing trunks with no logos or motifs. Thongs are not permitted. Athletes should be free of body hair. No body jewelry is allowed.

Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.

Athletes will perform quarter turns.

Athletes will perform compulsory poses.

Athletes may be asked to perform a free style pose down as a group.

Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...

Athletes will then leave the stage.

In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC, Judges Panel & possibly designated stage helpers.



Quarter Turns:

Head must face the same direction as the feet

Hands must be held slightly away from the trunk

No twisting of the torso

Feet must be flat on the floor

The compulsory poses are as follows;

Front Double Bicep

Front Lat Spread

Side Chest*

Side Tricep*

Rear Double Bicep

Rear Lat Spread

Abdominals & Thigh

Most Muscular

Classical pose of your choice from the front, side, and rear



*In most instances the athletes will be asked to show just a single side on the

Tricep & Bicep poses but in comparisons they may be invited to specifically

show either side individually.

Individual Posing Routines

Each athlete will be allowed 60 seconds of Individual Free Posing to music of their own choosing. In ALL instances the music will start playing & the athlete will enter the stage to perform their routine. Lewd or gratuitous posing is not permitted. The “Full Moon” pose of bending over is not permitted. Athletes must not lie on the stage during their routine. To reiterate the entry rules, no music shall have bad language, blasphemy or promote violence. In the event of a technical problem a music track will be provided by the event organizer.
Men's Bodybuilding
Novice, Juniors, Classic or Men's Body Building, all follow the same criteria except for weight or height restrictions may vary per different division.

Depending on the volume of athletes for:
Novice men, there will either just be one line up or two, namely under 75Kg and over 75Kg.
Juniors could be under 18 years, under 21 & under 23 years (under 75Kg & over 75Kg) or can all be combined to form one junior division.

Senior Men Divisions can be in the following weight classes but not limited to:

Under 60kg
Under 65kg
Under 70Kg
Under 75kg
Under 80Kg
Under 85kg
Under 90Kg
Under 95kg
Under 100Kg
Over 100Kg
Masters over 40 Years and Veterans over 50 Years,
For example, if a Masters turns 40 years old on the year of competing he will be classed as a Master. The athlete may decide to do open senior classes or Masters, depending on the show it is up to the discretion of the show promoter to decide if the athlete is allowed to do both divisions.

Please note Proof of Identity will be required when at registration and Weigh-in.

Classic Body Building - Go to Page

Judging Criteria
All Bodybuilding classes will be judged on, Muscularity, Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

All Men's Bodybuilding Classes will follow the same format:

Attire will be posing trunks with no logos or motifs. Thongs are not permitted.
Athletes should be free of body hair. No body jewellery is allowed.
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual posing routines for overseas events only.
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style posedown as a group.
Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
Athletes will then leave the stage.
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC or Stage Manager.

Quarter Turns:
Head must face the same direction as the feet
Hands must be held slightly away from the trunk
No twisting of the torso
Feet must be flat on the floor
Eight Compulary Poses
Front Double Bicep
Side Chest
Front Lat Spread
Side Tricep
Rear Double Bicep displaying best calf
Rear Lat Spread displaying best calf.
Abdominals and thigh (Locking both hands on the head)
Most Muscular
How do we assess a Bodybuilding Divisions?
The Judges will look for:

Proportion
Definition
Symmetry
Conditioning
Balance
Striations
Effectiveness of tan
Presentation
Confidence
Wide shoulders and narrow waist
The upper body and the lower body should be in good balance, proportional to each other
Lat connection should be low into the waist
Calves should be full
Overall depth of muscle (quality, thickness)
Individual Posing Routines
Only for Overseas Events - Excludes South Africa

Each athlete will be allowed 60 seconds of Individual Free Posing to music of their own choosing. In all instances the music will start playing & the athlete will enter the stage to perform their routine.
To reiterate the entry rules, no music shall have bad language, blasphemy or promote violence.
In the event of a technical problem a music track will be provided by the event organiser.

Height Classes
(This would be for Overseas only)

South Africa will remain on the weight categories and will revert to height as below once you are selected to compete in an overseas event.

The Height Requirements for Overseas are as follows:
Mr Class 4 - 5 ft 6 inches or under (Under 167cm)
Mr Class 3 - 5 ft 6.1 inches to 5 ft 8 inches (167.1cm to 173cm)
Mr Class 2 - 5 ft 8.1 inches to 5 ft 10 inches (173.1 cm to 179cm)
Mr Class 1 - 5 ft 10.1 inches & over (179.1 cm & over)
Ladies Toned Bikini
(South Africa we could have up to three heights up 163cm, up to 165cm and 0ver 165cm)

Toned Bikini Class will be judged on an athletic body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit & show evidence of training muscularly without being excessively defined or dieted. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

Attire will be a 2 piece bikini, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals.
A much thinner cut is allowed at the back of the bottom costume as long as it does not represent a G-String.
The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered.
High heel shoes are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness with a 5 inch heel - 12.7cm maximum (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitors own choice.
Jewellery can include, earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings.
No tiaras or head jewellery.
All jewellery are competitors own choice.
All Ladies Bikini Classes will follow the same format:
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual "I" Walks.
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style feminine posedown as a group.
Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
Athletes will then leave the stage.
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC, Stage Manage.

Quarter Turns
The "I" Walk will be performed as follows:
Front position - Athlete with one hand on the hip & the other hand off. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, left side showing - right leg straight, left leg slightly bent, right hand on the hip, left hand off & pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Rear facing position - legs open no more than hip width apart, two hands on hips or two hands off, this is the athlete's choice. No excessive bending forward at the waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, right side showing - left leg straight, right leg slightly bent, left hand on the hip, right hand off & pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands must be low.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete "I" Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
Ladies Trained Bikini
(South Africa we could have up to three heights up 163cm, up to 165cm and 0ver 165cm)

Bikini Trained Class will be judged on an athletic trained body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit & show evidence of training muscularly & body fat will be low. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

Attire will be a 2 piece bikini, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals.
A much thinner cut is allowed at the back of the bottom costume as long as it does not represent a G-String.
The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered.
High heel shoes are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness with a 5 inch heel - 12.7cm maximum (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitors own choice.
Jewellery can include, earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings.
No tiaras or head jewellery.
All jewellery are competitors own choice.
All Ladies Bikini Classes will follow the same format:
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual "I" Walks
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style feminine posedown as a group.
Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
Athletes will then leave the stage
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC or Stage Manager.

Quarter Turns
Front position - Athlete with one hand on the hip & the other hand off. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, left side showing - right leg straight, left leg slightly bent, right hand on the hip, left hand off & pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Rear facing position - legs open no more than hip width apart, two hands on hips or two hands off, this is the athlete’s choice. No excessive bending forward at the waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, right side showing - left leg straight, right leg slightly bent, left hand on the hip, right hand off & pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)


The "I" Walk will be performed as follows:
Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands must be low.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete "I" Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
Ladies Sports Model ( New Division)
(South Africa we could have up to three heights up to 163cm, up to 165cm & 0ver 165cm)

Ladies Fitness Class will be judged on an athletic trained body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit & show evidence of training muscularity. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.

Attire will be a 2 piece. Crop top and a hot pants, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals. The crop top and hot pants must be of adequate decency, with frontal area sufficiently covered. The colour and style of the Sports Shoes (Sneakers), will be the competitors own choice.

Jewellery can include earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings, No tiaras or head jewellery. All jewellery is competitors own choice.
Bikini, jewellery & shoes will not be judged.

All Ladies Fitness Classes will follow the same format:

Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line. Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual “I” Walks

Athletes may be asked to perform a free style feminine posedown as a group. Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc..
Athletes will then leave the stage
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC or Stage Manager.

Quarter Turns:

Front position- Athlete with one hand on the hip & the other hand off.
(Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, left side showing- right leg straight, left leg slightly bent, right hand on the hip, left hand off & pulled back to show waist.
(Quarter Turn to the Right)
Rear facing position- legs open no more than hip width apart, two hands on hips or two hands off, this is the athlete’s choice. No excessive bending forward at the waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, right side showing- left leg straight, right leg slightly bent, left hand on the hip, right hand off & pulled back to show waist.
(Quarter Turn to the Right)

The “I” Walk will be performed as follows:

Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands must be low.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete “I” Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
Ladies Wellness
(South Africa we could have up to three heights up to 163cm, up to 165cm & 0ver 165cm)

Ladies Wellness Class will be judged on an athletically presented physique promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies must showcase more muscularity in the glutes, hip and thigh areas. The upper body must be developed and display a good level of fitness. However, emphasis must be on the lower half of the physique. Conditioning and Presentation are essential and will be assessed by the judges. Stage presence, etiquette and tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

Attire will be a 2-piece bikini, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals. The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered. High heel shoes maximum 7.5cm are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitor’s own choice. Jewellery can include earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings, No tiaras or head jewellery. All jewellery are competitors own choice.

Bikini, jewellery & shoes will not be judged.

All Ladies Wellness Classes will follow the same format:

Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line. Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual “I” Walks

Athletes may be asked to perform a free style feminine posedown as a group. Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc..
Athletes will then leave the stage
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC or Stage Manager.

Quarter Turns:

Front position- Athlete with one hand on the hip & the other hand off.
(Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position left side showing- right leg straight, left leg slightly bent, right hand on the hip, left hand off & pulled back to show waist.
(Quarter Turn to the Right)
Rear facing position- legs open no more than hip width apart, two hands on hips or two hands off, this is the athlete’s choice. No excessive bending forward at the waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, right side showing- left leg straight, right leg slightly bent, left hand on the hip, right hand off & pulled back to show waist.
(Quarter Turn to the Right)

The “I” Walk will be performed as follows:

Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands must be low.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete “I” Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
Ladies Toned Figure
Judging Criteria

Ladies Toned Figure Class will be judged on a toned body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit & show evidence of training muscularly without being excessively defined or dieted. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.


Attire will be a 2 piece bikini, with a crossover back, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals.
A much thinner cut is allowed at the back of the bottom costume as long as it does not represent a G-String. Thongs Are Prohibited at International Events
The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered.
High heel shoes are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness with a 5 inch heel - 12.7cm maximum (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitors own choice.
Jewellery can include, earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings.
No tiaras or head jewellery.
All jewellery are competitors own choice.


All Ladies Figure Classes will follow the same format:
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual posing routines.
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style posedown as a group.
Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
Athletes will then leave the stage.
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC, Judges Panel & possibly designated stage helpers.

Quarter Turns:
Head must face the same direction as the feet
Hands must be held slightly away from the trunk
No twisting of the torso
Feet must be flat on the floor
The compulsory poses are as follows:
Front pose with hands overhead (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Left Side pose of choice (Quarter Turn to the Rear)
Rear pose with arms arms overhead (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Right Side pose of choice (Quarter Turn to the Front)
Ladies Athletic Figure
Ladies Athletic Figure Class will be judged on an athletic body promoting a healthy lifestyle. The athlete will be feminine with muscle mass with such low body fat that striations are visible. Feminine Muscularity, Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

The following Classes fall within the categorisation of Ladies Figure Classes:

Toned Figure
Athletic Figure
Trained Figure
Judging Criteria
Attire will be a 2 piece bikini, with a crossover back, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals.
A much thinner cut is allowed at the back of the bottom costume as long as it does not represent a G-String. Thongs Are Prohibited at International Events
The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered.
High heel shoes are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness with a 5 inch heel - 12.7cm maximum (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitors own choice.
Jewellery can include, earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings.
No tiaras or head jewellery.
All jewellery are competitors own choice.
The compulsory poses are as follows:
Front pose with hands overhead
Side Chest
Rear pose with arms overhead
Side Tricep
All poses are open handed & at the athletes preferred interpretation.
All Ladies Figure Classes will follow the same format:
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual posing routines.
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style posedown as a group.
Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
Athletes will then leave the stage.
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC or Stage Manager.

Quarter Turns:
Head must face the same direction as the feet
Hands must be held slightly away from the trunk
No twisting of the torso
Feet must be flat on the floor
Ladies Trained Figure
Ladies Trained figure Class will be judged on a trained body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit & show evidence of training muscularly & body fat will be low. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

The following Classes fall within the categorisation of Ladies Figure Classes:
Toned Figure
Athletic Figure
Trained Figure
Judging Criteria
Attire will be a 2 piece bikini, with a crossover back, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals.
A much thinner cut is allowed at the back of the bottom costume as long as it does not represent a G-String. Thongs Are Prohibited at International Events
The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered.
High heel shoes are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness with a 5 inch heel - 12.7cm maximum (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitors own choice.
Jewellery can include, earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings.
No tiaras or head jewellery.
All jewellery are competitors own choice.
All Ladies Figure Classes will follow the same format:
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual posing routines.
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style posedown as a group.
Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
Athletes will then leave the stage.
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC, Judges Panel & possibly designated stage helpers.

Quarter Turns:
Head must face the same direction as the feet
Hands must be held slightly away from the trunk
No twisting of the torso
Feet must be flat on the floor
The compulsory poses are as follows:
Front pose with hands overhead (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Left Side pose of choice (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Rear pose with arms overhead (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Right Side pose of choice (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Abdominals & Thighs



Ladies Bodybuilding
Attire will be a 2 piece bikini of any colour, fabric or texture that may be decorated with crystals or similar. The bikini bottom must cover all of the frontal area & be tasteful & feminine from the rear.
Shoes can be of any style but must not be of an obvious platform sole & should have a maximum of a 3 inch heel.
Athletes must not wear tiaras or any other head-dress.
Jewellery can be worn but must be tasteful & not detract from the physique.
Bikini, jewellery & shoes will not be judged.

Ladies Bodybuilding Class shall have the following format:

More information still to follow. Please check back soon.
Ladies Masters Bikini
The age requirement to compete in the Bikini Masters Class is that an athlete MUST be aged 35 or above at the qualifying show. A 34 year old lady cannot compete with the intention of being 35+ at the Finals.
Bikini Masters Class will be judged on an athletic trained body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit & show evidence of training muscularly & body fat will be low. Judges will reward muscle maturity & dry conditioning associated with older, experienced athletes. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges.
Stage presence, etiquette & tanning will form the foundations of all judging decisions.

Attire will be a 2 piece bikini, colour of choice which can be decorated with crystals.
A much thinner cut is allowed at the back of the bottom costume as long as it does not represent a G-String.
The bikini must be of adequate decency, with frontal areas sufficiently covered.
High heel shoes are to be worn with a small platform sole permitted no greater than 1cm thickness with a 5 inch heel - 12.7cm maximum (The recommend sole height is for the safety of our members and appropriate height classes). The colour and style of the shoes will be the competitors own choice.
Jewellery can include, earrings, bracelet/s and wedding bands plus other rings.
No tiaras or head jewellery.
All jewellery are competitors own choice.
All Ladies Bikini Classes will follow the same format:
Athletes will enter on-stage in numerical order & stand in line.
Athletes will perform quarter turns.
Athletes will perform compulsory poses.
Athletes will perform individual "I" Walks
Athletes may be asked to perform a free style feminine posedown as a group.
Athletes will then be awarded medals, trophies, Finals invitation etc...
Athletes will then leave the stage
In all instances the athletes will be directed & instructed by the MC or Stage Manager.

Quarter Turns:
Front position - Athlete with one hand on the hip & the other hand off. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, left side showing - right leg straight, left leg slightly bent, right hand on the hip, left hand off & pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Rear facing position - legs open no more than hip width apart, two hands on hips or two hands off, this is the athlete’s choice. No excessive bending forward at the waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
Side position, right side showing - left leg straight, right leg slightly bent, left hand on the hip, right hand off & pulled back to show waist. (Quarter Turn to the Right)
The "I" Walk will be performed as follows:
Athletes will be selected in numerical order
The Athlete will commence from rear of the stage with a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will move to the front of stage & again show a front pose of choice.
The Athlete will then perform four quarter turns presenting their own interpretation. In all cases hands must be low.
The Athlete will the return to the line in numerical order & await direction.
The complete "I" Walk should take a maximum of 60 seconds.
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