CLASSES AVAILABLE
BIKINI
BODYBUILDING
FIGURE
FIT-BODY
MEN's PHYSIQUE
See details below
Within these categories we offer:
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Novice (Athletes who have not placed top 3 in any show & first timers. Pro Cards are not available in this class)
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Open (All athletes)
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Masters (Athletes over 40 years old on the day of show)
PRO CARD CRITERIA
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Bodybuilding Men - 8 athletes in class = winner automatic pro card
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Bodybuilding Women - 5 athletes in class = winner automatic pro card
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Bikini - 8 athletes in class = winner automatic pro card
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Fit-Body - 5 athletes in class = winner automatic pro card
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Figure - 5 athletes in class = winner automatic pro card
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Men's Physique - 8 athletes in class = winner automatic pro card
If these numbers are not met then judges may award a pro card if the numbers are close and the winner is deemed worthy.
CLASSES AVAILABLE
BIKINI
The Bikini category is designed to find athletes with a fit and shapely body that is not heavily muscled or over defined.
A traditional two-piece bikini posing suit is worn and may be multi-colored or solid, and embellishments and jewelry is permitted. Shoes are required but height of heels is optional.
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Bikini divisions are height based and split according to athlete numbers keeping events competitive but fair.
Competition Bikini Suits
X “Micro Pro”, “Scoop”, or other suits with minimal glute coverage are not allowed.
✔️“Brazilian” cut or suits that provide moderate coverage are preferred.
Please see criteria & scoring below for details.
BODYBUILDING - MEN & WOMEN
Men and women in the Bodybuilding category will be judged through a series of poses that will allow the judges to evaluate not only individual body parts, but also the “whole package.”
Men wear a bodybuilding posing suit; women wear a two-piece bodybuilding suit with or without embellishments.
Athletes are judged in two rounds. Please see criteria & scoring below for details.
FIGURE
Figure is a class of physique competition judged equally on symmetry and muscle tone.
Athletes wear two-piece figure suit; thongs or T-back bottoms are not allowed. The suit may be embellished with rhinestones, sparkles, or sequins for added effect. High-heeled shoes are required. Jewelry and body piecing is allowed, but must not be offensive or obscure the physique.
The Figure category is judged in two 2 rounds.
Please see criteria & scoring below for details.
FIT-BODY
Fit Body judges are looking for an athletic physique, but without the level of muscle mass of the bodybuilding division.
Athletes wear two-piece figure suit; thongs or T-back bottoms are not allowed. The suit may be embellished with rhinestones, sparkles, or sequins for added effect. High-heeled shoes are required. Jewelry and body piecing is allowed, but must not be offensive or obscure the physique.
Scoring is based on 2 rounds.
Please see criteria & scoring below for details.
MEN'S PHYSIQUE
Physique competitors are lean, fit and muscular, yet do not have the muscle mass or extreme leanness required for the Bodybuilding category. They are characterised by having a small waist, broad shoulders, and a remarkable abdominal area.
Tanning, grooming, suit choice, posing, stage walk, and overall aesthetic appeal are also taken into consideration as judges look for the best overall package.
Athletes wear conventional board shorts cut ABOVE the knee. 11″ inseam (28cm) or slightly shorter is allowable. Athletes wearing board shorts at mid thigh length may be scored down.
Competitors are judged in two 2 rounds.
Please see criteria & scoring below for details.
WNBF AFFILIATES
International Affiliates
INTERNATIONAL AFFILIATES LIST
The WNBF is the fastest growing Truly Natural bodybuilding and physique organization in the World! Join our Team of United Affiliates and bring the WNBF to your country!
International Competition Rules
International athletes are welcome to compete with the INBF (Amateur Affiliate of the WNBF in the United States), or in an affiliate country as long as there is not a WNBF affiliated federation in their country. If a WNBF affiliate has been established in your country you must purchase that organizations membership card and compete within your country.