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NPC Figure Competition Rules


When judging a figure competition the judges shall assess the athleticism of the physique. This is not a bodybuilding contest. A SMALL DEGREE OF MUSCULARITY WITH SEPARATION IS DESIRED, WITH NO VISIBLE STRIATIONS. The muscle tone should appear firm and round with a small amount of body fat over the muscle, and no excessive leanness. The figure competitions provide alternatives for athletic women who (a) Train. (b) Do not wish to gain muscle size and vascularity and (c) do not have a strong gymnastic / dance background.

JUDGING

1. CHECK-IN: Double Check your entry form for information concerning the location and time of check-ins. It is your responsibility to be on time.

If you plan on wearing a different suit for the evening finals, the suit must be approved by the head judge at the morning prejudging.

2. NUMBERS: Your number should be pinned on the flat plane on your left hip, this way the judges will be able to see it clearly.

3. CONTEST FORMAT: In California, at local/regional events, there will be two height class as follows if there are 8 or more competitors in the event.
Short Class: up to 5'3"
Tall Class: over 5'3"
If there are less than 8 competitors then there will only be one height class.
At national events there will be either two or three height groups. Contact the specific national event promoter for specifics.

SPECIAL NOTE: Presently, the only IFBB Pro Qualifying event for "figure" is held at the NPC Team Universe Championships. Call (412) 276-5027 for details.

4. ROUNDS OF COMPETITION: During the course of the day there are two (2) rounds of competition as follows:

In each of the two (2) rounds of competition the head judge will call you out by your number in groups of 5-7 athletes for quarter turn comparisons. You may be called out several times to be compared with different competitors, so stay focused and S-M-I-L-E.

  1. At the morning prejudging all competitors will be judged in their two (2) piece bikini and hi-heels.
  2. At the evening finals all competitors will be judged in their one (1) piece swimsuit and hi-heels.

5. SCORING: After both rounds have been completed the scores will be compiled and the athletes will be placed numerically from 1st place to last place. Awards will be given to athletes placing 1st thru 5th place.


6. SUITS: Suits may be solid or multi colored - Thong or T back swim suits cannot be worn. V style suits are acceptable and should cover 50% of the glute area.

Suits may be as follows:

  1. Metallic
  2. Triangle top or push-up
  3. Have any decorations, i.e. studs, sequins, rhinestones, ribbons, etc.

No matter how well a suit fits it will move. There are a variety of different products which will temporarily glue your suit to your body. You should be able to borrow something from other competitors, but to be sure bring your own.

HAIR: There are no rules that say you must wear your hair in any particular style, including up, or down. The judges cannot judge what they cannot see. If your hair is long, be reminded to move it off your back during quarter turns.

JEWELRY: Jewelry may be worn during all rounds, however they should not detract from your overall appearance.

MAKEUP: The more finished and feminine you appear, the better your overall presentation is. Keep in mind your face makeup should be dark enough to match your body makeup. The judges are looking for the best package of symmetry, stage presence, overall skin tone and femininity.

JUDGING RESULTS: If you wish to approach the judges for feed back, or questions, please do so after the end of the competition at the evening finals.

SPORTSMANSHIP: The NPC requires that athletes conduct themselves in a manner which will reflect favorably on the sport of "figure" and the NPC. Any conduct contrary to that effect is discouraged, and depending on the severity can lead to suspension from competition. Such conduct includes, but is not limited to:

  1. Making disparaging remarks concerning any NPC official, judges or competitors anywhere in the venue location.
  2. Making disparaging gestures while on stage.
  3. Smashing, breaking or throwing an award, damaging or vandalizing the contest venue,
  4. Or conduct which demeans you, your fellow athletes, judges or officials.

EVENING FINALS

You will be notified before the end of the prejudging when you need to return to the venue.

Competition can be a source of great triumph and personal growth, We thank you for your interest and look forward to seeing you on stage at one of our NPC sanctioned events real soon.


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