Class Criteria
Wellness
Internationally Known as Latino Fitness
Classes
The WFF Wellness Class category is NOT a Bikini or figure class. Competitors are judged upon their overall body development, shape, poise, confidence and grace.
The WFF Wellness athlete will have a fuller quad and glute development compared to the upper body. The athlete should also have a distinct hamstring, glute tie in. The skin tone should be smooth and healthy in appearance, and without cellulite.
Athletes in this category are not to have extreme muscularity, deep muscle separation, high definition, excessive dryness or very low body fat. Excessive muscularity and excessive leanness with striations is not acceptable. Slight separation in the legs (especially the quads) is ideal.
The following classes fall within the categorization Wellness Classes.
- Wellness Short
- Wellness Tall
Ladies Wellness Class Criteria | |
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Class | Criteria | Short | Under or equal to 163cm |
Tall | Over 163cm |
Judging Criteria
All Female Wellness classes will be judged on,
- Proportion
- Symmetry
- Feminine shape
- Quad and Glute development
- 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 | |
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Round | Description |
Round 1 | 4 x quarter turns |
Round 2 | I 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 maintaining traditional Wellness class poses. (see images below) Before being asked to leave the stage.
Round 2 - Individual I 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 “I” walk based on the image shown below.
I 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. This is the Athletes opportunity to showcase their physique in the best way for them.
Athletes will not be required to provide any music for their I walk.
Round 3 - Comparisons
This is the final round where the athlete has the opportunity to demonstrate their shape, poise and symmetry 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.