Class Criteria
Figure
Classes
The following classes fall within the categorization Female Figure Classes
- Toned Figure
- Athletic Figure
- Trained Figure
- Female Physique
- Female Bodybuilding
- Open Disabled
Judging Criteria
All Female Figure classes will be judged on
- Proportion
- Symmetry
- Muscularity
- Condition
- 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.
Note that Physique and Bodybuilding Athletes are not required to wear heels onstage.
Rounds of Judging
Competition Rounds | |
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Round | Description |
Round 1 | 4 x quarter turns |
Round 2 | 60 Second Routine |
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 (when applicable) 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 Bodybuilding class poses. Before being asked to leave the stage.
Round 2 - 60 Second Routine
Each athlete will be allowed 60 seconds to complete their individual posing routine. Individual routine music must not contain profanity, or content promoting violence or racial hatred. Any routine featuring inappropriate music will be stopped, and the athlete will be required to leave the stage.
It is the responsibility of the Athlete to ensure that they submit their induvial posing routine music as instructed on the registration confirmation email.
Round 3 - Comparisons
This is the final round where the athlete has the opportunity to demonstrate their physique to the judges. Judges will be making their final comparisons and assign a rank to the athletes accordingly. Athletes will perform compulsory poses, please see class criteria below for poses.
Toned Figure
Toned Figure Class will be judged on a toned body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Athletes will be recognizably fit & show evidence of training without being excessively defined or dieted. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges. Athletes will perform compulsory poses as follows;
- Front Pose with your hands above your head
- Pose showing the Left side
- Rear pose with your hands above your head
- Pose showing the right side
- Favorite front pose
- Favorite rear pose
Athletic Figure
Athletic Figure Class will be judged on an athletic body promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ladies will be recognisably fit & show evidence of muscularly & lower body fat. Feminine Muscularity, Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges. Athletes will perform compulsory poses as follows;
- Front Double Bicep
- Side Chest
- Side Tricep
- Rear Double Biceps
- Abs & Thighs
- Favorite front pose
- Favorite rear pose
Trained Figure
Trained figure Class will be judged on a trained body promoting a healthy lifestyle. The athlete will be feminine with high levels of muscle mass with such low body fat that striations are visible. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges. Athletes will perform compulsory poses as follows;
- Front Pose with your hands above your head
- Pose showing the Left side
- Rear pose with your hands above your head
- Pose showing the right side
- Favorite front pose
- Favorite rear pose
Female Physique
Female Physique Class will be judged on a tight and defined muscular body, showcasing V taper with wide shoulders, defined delt caps, narrow waist, Lean legs and round full glutes. The athlete will be feminine while maintaining high levels of muscle mass with such low body fat that striations are visible. Symmetry, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges. Athletes will perform compulsory poses as follows;
- Front Double Bicep
- Side Chest
- Side Triceps
- Front Lat Spread
- Rear Double Biceps
- Rear Lat Spread
- Abs & Thighs,
- Favorite front pose
- Favorite rear pose
Female Bodybuilding
Female Bodybuilding Class will be judged on an extremely tight and highly defined muscular body, showcasing a strong V taper with wide shoulders, defined delt caps, narrow waist, muscular legs and a round full glute. The athlete will be feminine while maintaining high levels of muscle mass with such low body fat that feathering and striations are visible. Symmetry, Mass, Balance & Proportions, Conditioning & Presentation will all be assessed by the judges. Athletes will perform compulsory poses as follows;
- Front Pose with your hands above your head
- Pose showing the Left side
- Rear pose with your hands above your head
- Pose showing the right side
- Favorite front pose
- Favorite rear pose
Open Disabled
This Class is open to female disabled athletes only.