2014 NPC Bikini Rules Update
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NPC BIKINI DIVISION RULES
NPC MEMBERSHIP
NPC MEMBERSHIP- Each competitor must be a member of the NPC.
COMPETITOR RULES
- Competitors will compete in a two-piece suit. The bottom of the suit must be v-shaped. No thongs are permitted. Competitors can compete in an off the rack suit. All swimsuits must be in good taste. Athletes will be warned about improper suits and are advised to bring two (2) suits to check in. The fronts of the suits are too low and must be constructed higher. Athletes will be scored down if the suit is not up to standard
- Competitors must wear high heels.
- Competitors may wear jewelry.
- National level contests do not permit competitors to crossover into Bodybuilding, Fitness or Figure at the same event. All other competitions are permitted to have crossovers at the discretion of the promoter with appropriate approval.
HEIGHT CLASSES
For national level contests that are professional qualifiers:
- Up to and including 5’1”
- Over 5’1” and up to and including 5’2-1/2”
- Over 5’2-1/2” and up to and including 5’4”
- Over 5’4” and up to and including 5’5-1/2
- Over 5’5-1/2” and up to and including 5’7”
- Over 5’7”
A promoter can choose to have fewer height classes for non national level contests as follows:
For all contests with two (2) classes:
- Up to and including 5’4”
- Over 5’4”
For all contests with three (3) classes:
- Up to and including 5’4”
- Over 5’4” and up to and including 5’6”
- Over 5’6”
For all contests with four (4) classes:
- Up to and including 5’2”
- Over 5’2” and up to and including 5’4”
- Over 5’4” and up to and including 5’6”
- Over 5’6”
CHECK-INS
Bikini Division competitors will be checked in and measured the same as Fitness and Figure competitors
COMPETITION JUDGING
Presentation
- Competitors will walk onstage alone and perform their Model Walk (personal preference)
- The Model Walk consists of the following:
Walk to the center of the stage , stop and do a front stance – hand(s) on hip front pose – then a full turn and do a back stance – hand(s) on hip back pose – then turn to the front again – hands on hip – and face the judges as directed then proceed to the side of the stage. No lewd acts are permitted. Length of time allowed is 10 seconds.
Comparison Round, Two-Piece Swimsuit:
- Competitors will be judged wearing a two-piece swimsuit and heels.
- The competitors will be brought back out in a group and directed to do a full front and back stance.
- Judges will have the opportunity to compare competitors against each other in half turns. (No side judging permitted, front and back only.)
Scoring
Judges will be scoring competitors using the following criteria:
- Balance and Shape
- Overall physical appearance including complexion, skin tone, poise and overall presentation.
NATIONAL LEVEL CONTESTS
- NPC Junior USA Championships
- NPC Junior National Championships
- NPC Masters Nationals Championships
- NPC USA Championships
- NPC Team Universe Championships
- IFBB North American Championships
- NPC National Championships
Who Qualifies for Bikini National Level Competitions:
- Competitors that place in the top five (5) in each class at national qualifying contests are qualified for the Jr USA, Jr Nationals, Team Universe and North American Championships. Competitors that place in the top three at a national qualifying contest are eligible for the USA and Nationals.
- One-year qualification for the top five (5) places in each class at national-level contests previously listed.
ENTRY INFORMATION:
The following must be provided with your entry:
• NPC Bikini Contest You Entered
• Date Of Contest
• Contest Promoter
• Your Height Class & Final Placing
