Categories | Class Description | Competition Attire | Judging Criteria
*Please note PRO Qualifer minimums:
PRO Qualifiers OPEN:
Must have 8 or more competitors to award WNBF Pro Card.
PRO Qualifiers Masters, Fit Body Open, Womens Body Building Open:
Must have 5 or more competitors to award WNBF Pro Card.
FIGURE DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+ - 50+ y/o
MASTERS 60+ - 60+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
FIGURE Overview
Figure is a class of physique competition judged equally on symmetry and muscle tone.
Athletes wear two-piece figure suits; 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 piercing is allowed but must not be offensive or obscure the physique.
COMPETITION ATTIRE
FIGURE | FIT BODY | WOMENS BODYBUILDING
FIGURE Judging Criteria
Round #1 – Symmetry. Competitors will perform mandatory quarter turns; judges will compare competitors against each other. Judges will be looking at balance and proportion (e.g., between upper and lower body, and sides). Figures athletes should be symmetrically balanced; upper or lower body should not overpower the other; no one-body part should overpower the rest of the physique.
Round #2 – Muscle Tone. Competitors must show good muscle tone. Leanness and muscle development is expected; however, competitors should NOT exhibit as much conditioning and muscle mass/size or present an over-conditioned physique as is presented in Bodybuilding or Fit Body.
BIKINI DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o
MASTERS 50+
50+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
BIKINI Overview
In the bikini division athletes wear a two-piece bikini posing suit. The top will tie straight across, the
bottom is a bikini cut that flatters the athlete’s physique. “Thongs”, “Micro Pro Cut” or “Scoop Cut”, are
discouraged.
COMPETITION ATTIRE
• Multicolored or solid color
• Two-piece bikini. Fabric may be decorated, jewelry is permitted. Studs, rhinestones, beads or
appliques are allowed. Designs may include connectors, straps and hip connectors. Shoes are
required but height of heels is optional.
BIKINI Judging Criteria
Round #1 - Fitness & Balance
Round shoulders, defined abs, soft lines in legs, and tight glutes. Over lean, muscular, or hard or vascular physiques will be scored down.
Round #2 - Physical Appearance
The overall appearance of the athlete. Stage presentation, suit choice, tanning, hair, makeup, etc. is encompassed in this round.
BIKINI Quarter Turns "To the right"
FIT BODY DIVISION DESCRIPTIONS
OPEN
PRO Qualifiers OPEN:
Must have 8 or more competitors to award WNBF Pro Card.
PRO Qualifiers Masters, Fit Body Open, Womens Body Building Open:
Must have 5 or more competitors to award WNBF Pro Card.
FIGURE DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+ - 50+ y/o
MASTERS 60+ - 60+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
FIGURE Overview
Figure is a class of physique competition judged equally on symmetry and muscle tone.
Athletes wear two-piece figure suits; 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 piercing is allowed but must not be offensive or obscure the physique.
COMPETITION ATTIRE
FIGURE | FIT BODY | WOMENS BODYBUILDING
FIGURE Judging Criteria
Round #1 – Symmetry. Competitors will perform mandatory quarter turns; judges will compare competitors against each other. Judges will be looking at balance and proportion (e.g., between upper and lower body, and sides). Figures athletes should be symmetrically balanced; upper or lower body should not overpower the other; no one-body part should overpower the rest of the physique.
Round #2 – Muscle Tone. Competitors must show good muscle tone. Leanness and muscle development is expected; however, competitors should NOT exhibit as much conditioning and muscle mass/size or present an over-conditioned physique as is presented in Bodybuilding or Fit Body.
BIKINI DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o
MASTERS 50+
50+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
BIKINI Overview
In the bikini division athletes wear a two-piece bikini posing suit. The top will tie straight across, the
bottom is a bikini cut that flatters the athlete’s physique. “Thongs”, “Micro Pro Cut” or “Scoop Cut”, are
discouraged.
COMPETITION ATTIRE
• Multicolored or solid color
• Two-piece bikini. Fabric may be decorated, jewelry is permitted. Studs, rhinestones, beads or
appliques are allowed. Designs may include connectors, straps and hip connectors. Shoes are
required but height of heels is optional.
BIKINI Judging Criteria
Round #1 - Fitness & Balance
Round shoulders, defined abs, soft lines in legs, and tight glutes. Over lean, muscular, or hard or vascular physiques will be scored down.
Round #2 - Physical Appearance
The overall appearance of the athlete. Stage presentation, suit choice, tanning, hair, makeup, etc. is encompassed in this round.
BIKINI Quarter Turns "To the right"
FIT BODY DIVISION DESCRIPTIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+
50+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
FIT BODY Overview
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 suits; 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 piercing is allowed but must not be offensive or obscure the physique.
FIT BODY Judging Criteria
Round #1 – Symmetry
Competitors will perform the mandatory quarter turns; judges will compare competitors against
others in the same class. Judges will be looking at balance and proportion (e.g., between upper and lower body). Fit Body competitors should be symmetrically balanced; upper or lower body should not overpower the other; no one-body part should overpower the rest of the physique.
Round #2 - Muscle Tone
The key is to come in conditioned and not overly muscular, too striated or hard looking. Too much overall muscle mass or appearing to be at the same physical level of a bodybuilding competitor is not Fit Body. Example: Shoulders/Arms ripped and too vascular. Some separation is required to display the different muscle groups and proper execution of the (5) Mandatory poses is essential. Both rounds will be scored equally to come up with the final placement.
FIT BODY
CLASSIC MEN DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+ - 50+ y/o
MASTERS 60+ - 60+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
CLASSIC Overview
Classic Physique emphasizes symmetry and presentation, specifically the artistry of posing. Athletes will be split into height classes, depending on the number of competitors, as evenly and competitively as possible. Athletes shall wear black classic posing trunks up to 4.5" on the side. Bodybuilding trunks are not allowed.
CLASSIC Judging Criteria
Round #1 – SYMMETRY
• 50% Score
• Consists of the same four mandatory symmetry round relaxed poses as the bodybuilding
division (listed below).
• Symmetry encompasses the overall balance and harmony of the physique on all sides and in all
muscle groups. Athletes should have broad shoulders, pleasing lines, and a small tapered waist.
• The lower body will match the upper body completing a perfect X frame. Having an exemplary
muscle group in some cases can make a Bodybuilder stand out, however, Classic Physique
competitors must have all muscle groups in proportion.
Round #2 – MUSCULATURE & PRESENTATION
• 50% Score
• Consists of the Five mandatory Classic Physique muscularity round poses (listed below).
• Much like the Bodybuilding Category, athletes will be judged on the size, separation, and
leanness of their musculature.
• While the leanness standard is not lower in Classic Physique, leanness at the expense of fullness
or where dieting leads to a loss of symmetry will hurt Classic competitors’ scores.
Excessive condition, hardness, or vascularity that harms symmetry will be scored down.
• Individual presentation of the athletes “classic physique” look is a focus for judging. Smooth
quarter turns and graceful classic posing is crucial. The ability to hold poses without visible effort will positively impact scoring.
• Favorite poses should be chosen by the athlete to accentuate their symmetry & musculature. Note: NO Bodybuilding, most muscular, or Men's Physique poses are permitted in Classic.
CLASSIC Mandatory Poses
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MENS PHYSIQUE DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
MENS PHYSIQUE Overview Athletes wear conventional board shorts cut ABOVE the knee. 11″ inseam or slightly shorter is allowable. Athletes wearing board shorts at mid thigh length may be scored down. Physique divisions are height based and split according to athlete numbers keeping events competitive but fair. One hand shall be placed on the hip on all quarter turns to differentiate from bodybuilding. No bodybuilding poses allowed.
MENS PHYSIQUE Judging Criteria
Competitors are lean, fit, and muscular yet do not have the muscle mass or extreme leanness required for the Bodybuilding Division.
Round #1 - Symmetry & Muscle Tone
Round #2 - Presentation
Physical Criteria that judges are looking for is a lean, fit, muscular physique that is balanced and
aesthetically pleasing. Athletes should be groomed properly, possess a small waist, and have a good V-
taper from the shoulders to the obliques.
Judges are not looking for the level of muscle mass or extreme leanness that are necessary for success in bodybuilding.
Judges are not looking for the level of muscle mass or extreme leanness that are necessary for success in bodybuilding.
MENS PHYSIQUE Quarter Turns
BODYBUILDING MEN & WOMEN DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+ - 50+ y/o
MASTERS 60+ - 60+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
BODYBUILDING Overview
Men and women in the Bodybuilding Divisions will be judged through a series of poses that will allow the judges to evaluate not only individual body parts but also "the most balanced physique throughout.”
Men wear a bodybuilding posing suit; women wear a two-piece bodybuilding suit with or without embellishments.
BODYBUILDING Judging Criteria
Athletes are judged in two rounds with a focus on;
Symmetry– Encompasses the overall balance of the physique
Muscularity– Overall muscular development, size, proportion, conditioning, definition and striations throughout the physique
BODYBUILDING Mandatory poses
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+
50+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
FIT BODY Overview
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 suits; 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 piercing is allowed but must not be offensive or obscure the physique.
FIT BODY Judging Criteria
Round #1 – Symmetry
Competitors will perform the mandatory quarter turns; judges will compare competitors against
others in the same class. Judges will be looking at balance and proportion (e.g., between upper and lower body). Fit Body competitors should be symmetrically balanced; upper or lower body should not overpower the other; no one-body part should overpower the rest of the physique.
Round #2 - Muscle Tone
The key is to come in conditioned and not overly muscular, too striated or hard looking. Too much overall muscle mass or appearing to be at the same physical level of a bodybuilding competitor is not Fit Body. Example: Shoulders/Arms ripped and too vascular. Some separation is required to display the different muscle groups and proper execution of the (5) Mandatory poses is essential. Both rounds will be scored equally to come up with the final placement.
FIT BODY
CLASSIC MEN DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+ - 50+ y/o
MASTERS 60+ - 60+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
CLASSIC Overview
Classic Physique emphasizes symmetry and presentation, specifically the artistry of posing. Athletes will be split into height classes, depending on the number of competitors, as evenly and competitively as possible. Athletes shall wear black classic posing trunks up to 4.5" on the side. Bodybuilding trunks are not allowed.
CLASSIC Judging Criteria
Round #1 – SYMMETRY
• 50% Score
• Consists of the same four mandatory symmetry round relaxed poses as the bodybuilding
division (listed below).
• Symmetry encompasses the overall balance and harmony of the physique on all sides and in all
muscle groups. Athletes should have broad shoulders, pleasing lines, and a small tapered waist.
• The lower body will match the upper body completing a perfect X frame. Having an exemplary
muscle group in some cases can make a Bodybuilder stand out, however, Classic Physique
competitors must have all muscle groups in proportion.
Round #2 – MUSCULATURE & PRESENTATION
• 50% Score
• Consists of the Five mandatory Classic Physique muscularity round poses (listed below).
• Much like the Bodybuilding Category, athletes will be judged on the size, separation, and
leanness of their musculature.
• While the leanness standard is not lower in Classic Physique, leanness at the expense of fullness
or where dieting leads to a loss of symmetry will hurt Classic competitors’ scores.
Excessive condition, hardness, or vascularity that harms symmetry will be scored down.
• Individual presentation of the athletes “classic physique” look is a focus for judging. Smooth
quarter turns and graceful classic posing is crucial. The ability to hold poses without visible effort will positively impact scoring.
• Favorite poses should be chosen by the athlete to accentuate their symmetry & musculature. Note: NO Bodybuilding, most muscular, or Men's Physique poses are permitted in Classic.
CLASSIC Mandatory Poses
MENS PHYSIQUE DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
MENS PHYSIQUE Overview Athletes wear conventional board shorts cut ABOVE the knee. 11″ inseam or slightly shorter is allowable. Athletes wearing board shorts at mid thigh length may be scored down. Physique divisions are height based and split according to athlete numbers keeping events competitive but fair. One hand shall be placed on the hip on all quarter turns to differentiate from bodybuilding. No bodybuilding poses allowed.
MENS PHYSIQUE Judging Criteria
Competitors are lean, fit, and muscular yet do not have the muscle mass or extreme leanness required for the Bodybuilding Division.
Round #1 - Symmetry & Muscle Tone
Round #2 - Presentation
Physical Criteria that judges are looking for is a lean, fit, muscular physique that is balanced and
aesthetically pleasing. Athletes should be groomed properly, possess a small waist, and have a good V-
taper from the shoulders to the obliques.
Judges are not looking for the level of muscle mass or extreme leanness that are necessary for success in bodybuilding.
Judges are not looking for the level of muscle mass or extreme leanness that are necessary for success in bodybuilding.
MENS PHYSIQUE Quarter Turns
BODYBUILDING MEN & WOMEN DIVISION DEFINITIONS
OPEN
Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
NOVICE
1st time competitors, competitors who have competed but not placed, or competitors who have not placed top 3 in an open class. Novice athletes may also enter debut or open, but not both.
DEBUT
1st time competing in a category. Athletes may also compete in multiple debut categories if it’s their first time on stage.
TEEN
Age 13-19 y/o in all categories. Under age 16 with parental consent.
MASTERS 40+
40+ y/o in all categories.
MASTERS 50+ - 50+ y/o
MASTERS 60+ - 60+ y/o
Classes broke down by height.
Number of competitors determines number of classes.
BODYBUILDING Overview
Men and women in the Bodybuilding Divisions will be judged through a series of poses that will allow the judges to evaluate not only individual body parts but also "the most balanced physique throughout.”
Men wear a bodybuilding posing suit; women wear a two-piece bodybuilding suit with or without embellishments.
BODYBUILDING Judging Criteria
Athletes are judged in two rounds with a focus on;
Symmetry– Encompasses the overall balance of the physique
Muscularity– Overall muscular development, size, proportion, conditioning, definition and striations throughout the physique
BODYBUILDING Mandatory poses
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