St. Louis Metro Area, Missouri
St. Louis Gateway Naturals
St. Louis Gateway Naturals
18+ Years of great Natural Competitions at the Gateway to the West! With 28+ years promoting Natural contests, we understand our role in protecting your hard work, time and investment with a fair playing field. Competition day is yours and we are here to provide you with a great experience in celebration of your dedication to competing Natural.
PRO QUALIFIER for the International Pro Elite (IPE)
LOCATION:
Ladue Horton Watkins Performing Arts Center
1201 S. Warson RD.
St. Louis, Missouri 63124
Gateway Naturals
Saturday September 20
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
Fit Body 10:30 AM
Classic 11 AM
Transformation 12 PM
Figure 12 PM
Men's Physique 12:30 PM
Bikini 1:30 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:
TBD
Date & Time:
9/19/25 6:30PM-7:30PM
ENTRY FEES & DEADLINES
First class $110.
Each additional class entered $80
After
September 15th you can still enter, but with a ONE time late fee of $50.00.
Event T-Shirt sizes and quantities are limited after August 30th.
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+
The WNBF Pro Qualifiers in each division are Open and Masters Classes:
Minimum number of competitors required to award Pro Qualification (PQ) status is: Open 8 | Masters 5
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
Debut: First time competitor
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.
AWARDS
The top 5 in each class will receive awards.
TICKETS
Adult All Day General Admission: $35
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 starting 8/30/25 Advance Tickets
POLYGRAPH
Promoter will email entrants a booking link to schedule polygraph appointments August 30th . 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.
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
Bryan James Photography
Please follow Bryan on IG https://instagram.com/bryan.james?igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg==
Bryan will capture your best poses along with group shots. Even if you're in multiple categories.
Flat rate $80: PayPal Payment Link
Any questions: Bryanjamesh21@yahoo.com
TANNING | HAIR | MAKEUP Host hotel
GLO SUNLESS
HOST HOTEL
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Brentwood
8700 Eager Road, Brentwood, MO 63144 (314) 968-3704
Book/Reserve your Room Book by 8/29 to receive group rate.
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
Figure | Bikini | Mens Physique
Each competitor performs his/her individual stage walk to house music provided by the promoters. Below is the stage walk diagram.
Location:
TBD
Date & Time:
9/19/25 6:30PM-7:30PM
ENTRY FEES & DEADLINES
First class $110.
Each additional class entered $80
After
September 15th you can still enter, but with a ONE time late fee of $50.00.
Event T-Shirt sizes and quantities are limited after August 30th.
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+
The WNBF Pro Qualifiers in each division are Open and Masters Classes:
Minimum number of competitors required to award Pro Qualification (PQ) status is: Open 8 | Masters 5
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 Physique
- 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.
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 seperate calegories
- Example: Novice Bikini and Open Figure = acceptable
Debut: First time competitor
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.
AWARDS
The top 5 in each class will receive awards.
TICKETS
Adult All Day General Admission: $35
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 starting 8/30/25 Advance Tickets
POLYGRAPH
Promoter will email entrants a booking link to schedule polygraph appointments August 30th . 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.
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
Bryan James Photography
Please follow Bryan on IG https://instagram.com/bryan.james?igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg==
Bryan will capture your best poses along with group shots. Even if you're in multiple categories.
Flat rate $80: PayPal Payment Link
Any questions: Bryanjamesh21@yahoo.com
TANNING | HAIR | MAKEUP Host hotel
GLO SUNLESS
HOST HOTEL
Drury Inn & Suites St. Louis Brentwood
8700 Eager Road, Brentwood, MO 63144 (314) 968-3704
Book/Reserve your Room Book by 8/29 to receive group rate.
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
Figure | Bikini | Mens Physique
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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