Class Criteria

Bikini

Internationally Known as Bikini Model


Classes

The Bikini Class category is NOT a pageant, modelling or figure class. Competitors are judged upon their overall shape, poise and beauty appropriate to a bikini athlete.

The WFF Bikini athlete is softer in the body and voluptuous with a rounder shape. However, a toned body is to be maintained. Bikini athletes will be judged on a healthy and obtainable look. Athletes will be recognizably fit & show evidence of training without being excessively defined or dieted. Feminine Shape, Balance, Tone, Poise, Presentation & Beauty will all be assessed by the judges.

The following classes fall within the categorization Bikini Classes

  • Junior Bikini
  • Bikini Short
  • Bikini Tall
  • Bikini Masters Over 35
Ladies Bikini Class Criteria
Class Criteria
Junior Under the age of 24
Short Under or equal to 163cm
Tall Over 163cm
Masters Over the age of 35

Judging Criteria

All Female Bikini classes will be judged on,

  1. Proportion
  2. Symmetry
  3. Feminine shape
  4. Stage Presence

N.B The athlete with the best genetics structure and with the least number of faults wins.

Attire

A two piece bikini of any style complimentary to the figure. The bottoms must cover all the frontal area and have a tasteful and feminine rear. Sequined and/or bling bikinis are encouraged. High heels can be any style, but we do recommend that you are able to walk in them safely and confidently.

Costume jewellery is allowed but must not be obtrusive or detract from the athletes figure.

Rounds of Judging

Competition Rounds
Round Description
Round 1 4 x quarter turns
Round 2 T Walk
Round 3 Comparisons
To be concluded with a 60-second pose down

Round 1 - Quarter Turns

The entire line-up is brought onstage, in numerical order and in a single line. The line-up will be divided into two equal-size groups by the head judge to perform quarter turns. Athletes should remember this is the first view the judges have of their physiques and remember they are being judged at all times. Starting in a front facing pose with knees, hips and toes to be facing the judges. Athletes will be asked to “quarter turn to the right” four times.

Each turn athletes will be expected to showcase their physiques while maintain traditional bikini class poses. (see images below) Before being asked to leave the stage.

Round 2 - Individual T Walk

Each athlete will be introduced individually as they enter from the rear or side of the stage and proceed to the rear centre of the stage. The athlete will then complete their individual “T” walk based on the image shown below.

T Walk - WFF UK

T Walk Description

The athlete to enter from the rear or side of the stage and proceed to the rear centre of the stage. The athlete will then walk to the front of the stage, pause and pose. Then turn to the right and walk to the side of the stage (Front Right), pause and pose. Next, the athlete is to walk across the stage to the other side (Front Left), pause and pose before walking back to the centre of the stage (Front Centre). Here the athlete will pause, turn around and show his back to the judges before completing his final pose. The athlete will then walk back to the rear of the stage to join the rest of the athletes in the line-up.

Athletes will not be required to provide any music for their T walk.

Round 3 - Comparisons

This is the final round where the athlete has the opportunity to demonstrate their shape, poise and beauty to the judges. Judges will be making their final comparisons and assign a rank to the athletes accordingly. Judges will assess the athlete from the front, back and how they walk while showing their physique. Athletes to walk together in a line from the front to the rear and hold their back pose while facing the rear.

Athletes will then turn around and walk to the front of the stage and hold their front pose. This walk will allow the Judges to compare from the athletes from all angles.