Kansas City Metro Area, Missouri
NANBF Natural Southern States Classic
NANBF Natural Southern States Classic
Bodybuilding | Classic | Women & Men's Physique | Figure | Wellness | Bikini
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The Natural Southern States Classic is one largest amateur natural physique competitions.
With 30+ years promoting drug free contests, we understand our role in protecting your hard work, time and investment with a fair playing field. Competition day is yours.
We are here to provide you with a great experience in celebration of those efforts.
LOCATION:
Liberty Performing Arts Theatre
1600 S Withers RD
Liberty, Missouri 64068
Natural Southern States Classic
10AM
April 25, 2026
GENERAL SHOW INFORMATION
The show format is running/continuous for each division segment. Each division will complete the prejudging round, individual presentation round and then finals, trophy presentation. Our running/continuous structure means that, unlike traditional events, we don't have a lengthy break after prejudging, followed by an evening final presentation.
Any questions, please contact the promoters at 816-237-9750.
Show times are tentative and may change depending on the number of registered athletes in each category. This will be updated closer to the show. Any changes will be emailed directly to competitors.
START TIME
10AM
Estimated start times for each division segment are listed below. Should start times for segments run longer than anticipated, subsequent segments may not begin until later than listed times.
ORDER OF EVENTS
Bodybuilding 10 AM
Womens Bodybuilding 11 AM
Fit Body 11 AM
Classic 11:15 AM
Figure 1 PM
Men's Physique 1:30 PM
Bikini 2:30 PM
* PLEASE NOTE: Start times for each division are estimates and subject to change. Each contestant will receive an email with "Detailed Show Info" and the expected division segment start times, one week before the show.
SANCTIONING BODY
North American Natural Bodybuilding Federation
NANBF Membership $100. All competitors must have a current NANBF Membership.
Purchase online: www.nanbf.net
CHECK-IN
Location:
Supplement Superstore, 8562 N Church Rd, Kansas City, MO 64157.
Date & Time:
4/25/25 6PM-7PM
ENTRY FEES & DEADLINES
First class $110.
Each additional class entered $80
After April 19th you can still enter, but with a ONE time late fee of $50.00.
Please note that event T-shirt sizes, quantities, and availability are limited for registrations after March 29th.
NOTE: All entry fees are Non Refundable and Non Transferable. NO EXCEPTIONS
DIVISIONS and CLASSES OFFERED
Transformation
Men's Bodybuilding: Open, Novice, Debut, Teen, Age 40+ Age 50+, Age 60+
Men's Classic: Open, Open, Novice, Debut, Teen, Age 40+ Age 50+
Men's Physique: Open, Novice, Debut, Teen, Age 40+ Age 50+
Women Bodybuilding: Open, Novice, Debut, Teen, Age 40+ Age 50+
Fit Body: Open, Novice, Debut, Teen, Age 40+ Age 50+
Figure: Open, Novice, Debut, Teen, Age 40+ Age 50+
Bikini: Open, Novice, Debut, Teen, Age 40+ Age 50+
You CANNOT enter Novice and Open in the same category:
Example: Novice Bikini and Open Bikini = not acceptable.
You CAN enter Novice and Open in separate categories
Example: Novice Bikini and Open Figure = acceptable
* Open - Open to anyone regardless of age or level of experience
* Novice - Haven’t placed 1st in any class (exception Teen). Haven't place 1st in Open with 5 or more.
* Debut - First time competitor
* Teen - Age 13-19. Under age 16 with parental consent.
* Masters 40 & 50 - Day of contest must be in the age range
WNBF Pro Qualifiers in each division are Open and Masters Classes
When there's more than one class in a division: Classes are formed by dividing competitors by height. This is determined after all registrations are received.
WNBF PRO-QUALIFING REQUIREMENTS
There must be at least Eight (8) competitors in the following categories for a WNBF Pro Card to be awarded. Athletes MUST beat a minimum of 7 other competitors in a category/class or multiple divisions within a category/class to turn pro. No exceptions
- Bikini
- Figure
- Men's Bodybuilding
- Classic
- Men's Physique
There must be at least Five (5) competitors in the following classes for a WNBF Pro Card to be awarded. Athletes MUST beat a minimum of 4 other competitors in a category/class or multiple divisions within a category/class to turn pro. No exceptions
- Women's Fit Body
- Women's Bodybuilding
- Masters (All categories)
*Pro Card winners MUST submit a urine specimen immediately following their class/overall.
AWARDSThe top 5 in each class will receive awards.
TICKETS
Adult All Day General Admission: $40
Childs (age 4-12) $20 only available for purchase at the door, on show day.
Ticket sales will be available at the Liberty Performing Arts Theatre. “Cash Only”
Advance ticket sales available
Online Ticket sales start April 4th.
POLYGRAPH
Promoter will email entrants a booking link to schedule polygraph appointments April 4th. Polygraphs will be at the host hotel. Polygraph fee: $50 cash paid to polygrapher. Polygraph testing for all competitors. Results from recent polygraph exams performed from other NANBF contests are honored, if within 45 days.
BANNED SUBSTANCES
BANNED SUBSTANCE LIST
URINALYSIS
Top two place winners (in addition to their polygraph tests). Urine samples will be collected immediately after the conclusion of their show division. It is the competitor’s responsibility to ensure a sample is provided before leaving the event. If competitors do not provide samples they are disqualified.
COMPETITOR PUMP UP/PREP AREA POLICY
Resistance bands & dumbbells will be available. Competitors are welcomed to bring their own pump up equipment. One assistant max per competitor allowed in the pump-up area. The assistant must purchase a show ticket and wristband for backstage access.
Trainer/Assistant backstage access wristband issued show day, with proof of show ticket purchased. No additional trainer ticket is required.
EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER Liquid Spectrum Event Photographer
TANNING | HAIR | MAKEUP Host hotel GLO SUNLESS
HOST HOTEL
Best Western Premier
421 N 291 Highway, Liberty, MO 64068
Book Your Room *Booking Link available after January 1, 2026
DO NOT USE their sheets and towels if you have stain on or other tanning products.
Damages to the hotel will be YOUR RESPONSIBILITY and charged to your credit card.
MUSIC & INDIVIDUAL PRESENTATION
Bodybuilding | Classic | Fit Body
Each competitor performs his/her 60-second routine to music of your choice. This portion gives the competitor a chance to win a “Best Presentation” award. Routine is not part of the scoring process. MP3 or MP4 File format. No other file format or links will be accepted. Email to natrlbuild@sbcglobal.net
INDIVIDUAL STAGE WALK
Each competitor performs his/her individual stage walk to house music provided by the promoters. Below is the stage walk diagram.
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COMPETITOR MEETING
There won't be a contestant meeting the day of the show so please read everything on this page carefully. For category guidelines refer to info@nanbf.net. An email with “Detailed Show Info” will be sent out one week before the show. Everything you need to know will be provided there as well.
CONTACT PROMOTER
John and Becky Arnold 816-237-9750
SPONSORHIP Contact
John and Becky Arnold 816-237-9750
Tanning | Hair | Makeup
GLO SUNLESS
Event Photographer
Liquid Spectrum
Sanctioning Body
The North American Natural Bodybuilding Federation NANBF
www.nanbf.net
Promoters
John and Becky Arnold 816-237-9750 or natrlbuild@sbcglobal.net
GLO SUNLESS
Event Photographer
Liquid Spectrum
Sanctioning Body
The North American Natural Bodybuilding Federation NANBF
www.nanbf.net
Promoters
John and Becky Arnold 816-237-9750 or natrlbuild@sbcglobal.net
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