Ladies

Ms. Bikini Shape Under and Over 35 

The Ms Bikini class is designed for female competitors who present a well-trained, athletic appearance without excessive muscularity, definition, or vascularity. Muscle size and conditioning should be visibly lower than what is rewarded in the Figure, or Physique classes. Competitors displaying muscularity more appropriate to those classes may be marked down. Along with the correct level of muscularity, Bikini athletes will be rewarded for an even balance of development throughout the body and an aesthetic overall shape.

Attire Requirements for Women’s Bikini Class:

Competitors must wear a two-piece bikini or posing suit. The top should fasten at the back (not with a crossover style). The bikini may be any colour or design, but the bottoms must provide sufficient coverage and must not expose the genitals or the gap between the buttocks. High-heeled shoes are required. Jewellery is permitted.

NAC UK - Standard Bikini Posing 

1 – Front Pose:

Athletes should face the judges with one hand on the hip and the other resting at their side, no higher than waist level. Long hair must be brushed aside to ensure the physique is fully visible.

2 – Quarter Turn to the Right:

Athletes will turn so that their left side faces the judges. The right hand should be placed on the hip, and the left hand should remain at the side, no higher than waist level. The left leg (closest to the judges) should be slightly bent with the heel raised, while the right leg remains straight with the heel flat on the stage. Athletes may turn their head to look at the judges. Hair must be brushed aside to avoid covering the physique.

3 – Rear Pose:

Athletes will face away from the judges with one hand on the hip and the other at their side, again no higher than waist level. Hair must be brushed aside to fully reveal the back and shoulder structure. No bending forwards is permitted.

4 – Quarter Turn to the Right:

Athletes will now have their right side facing the judges. The left hand should be placed on the hip, with the right hand at the side. The right leg (closest to the judges) should be slightly bent with the heel raised, and the left leg straight with the heel flat on the stage. Athletes may turn to look at the judges, and hair must be kept clear of the physique.

• After the comparisons, athletes will perform a T-walk to music selected by the DJ.

Ms. Wellness

• Exactly the same as bikini shape BUT competitors must show a higher level of development in the glutes and thighs.

Ms. Figure Under and Over 40

The classes are based on a height/weight formula:
Maximum weight =  height–100

• Four quarter turns: Front, back and side/s.
• Compulsory poses: Front double biceps, side chest, side tricep, rear double bicep, abs and thighs.
• Judges will be looking for physical proportions with symmetrical development.
• A level of muscularity and definition but remain feminine.
• A 60 second routine performed to music.
• Competitors must wear high heels during comparison poses but the routine can be performed with out.
• No G-strings and no bathing suits.

Ms. Figure Over 50

Open class - no weight / height criteria applies

• Four quarter turns: Front, back and side/s.
• Compulsory poses: Front double biceps, side chest, side tricep, rear double bicep, abs and thighs.
• Judges will be looking for physical proportions with symmetrical development.
• A level of muscularity and definition but remain feminine.
• A 60 second routine performed to music.
• Competitors must wear high heels during comparison poses but the routine can be performed with out.
• No G-strings and no bathing suits.

Ms. Physique (Lady's Bodybuilding)

• Four quarter turns: Front, back and side/s.
• Compulsory poses: Front double biceps, front lat spread, side chest, side tricep, back double bicep, rear lat spread, abs and thighs.
• Judges will be looking for proportions, symmetry, maximum muscularity and definition.
• A 60 second routine performed to music.
• No heels allowed for this class.
• No G-strings and no bathing suits.

Men

Men's Physique (board shorts)

The class is based on a height/weight formula:
height–100 = maximum weight

• Four quarter turns: Front (one hand to be on hip and one leg slightly angled, right side (one hand remains on hip), rear (one hand on hip, one leg slightly angled), left side (one hand remains on hip.
• Judges will be looking for good proportions (waist to shoulders, symmetry and definition of muscles.
• Overall look and presentation of the athlete is important in this class.
• There is no individual posing routine but a t-walk with music provided by NAC.
• Shorts must be knee length with no sponsor logo's.

Men's Classic

Classic 1: Over 1.75m

Classic 2: Under 1.75m

Classic Over 40's

The classifications for this class are based on 4 different height/weight formulas:
up to and including 1.70m: height–100+4kg = maximum weight
1.71m up to and including 1.79m: height–100+6kg = maximum weight
1.80m up to and including 1.89m: height–100+8kg = maximum weight
over 1.90m: height–100+10kg = maximum weight

• Four quarter turns: Front, rear, side/s.
• Comparison poses: Front double biceps, front lat spread, side chest, rear double bicep, abs and thighs and a pose of athlete choice.
• Judges are looking for proportions (shoulder to waist balance), symmetry, muscular definition.
• Overall appearance is important.
• A 60 second posing routine to music.
• Trunks must be uni-coloured but with side band of 10-12cm.

All other Classes Masters

Over 70's: 70 years and older
Over 60's: 60 to 69 years old
Over 50's: 50 to 59 years old
Over 40's: 40 to 49 years old

(based on year and month born)

Juniors: Under 24 years of age

 All age categories must be within that age band on the day of the show.

First Timers: Never entered a show before any federation.

Novice: Never won a show before any federation.

Open Classes
Class 4:     up to and including 1.65m
Class 3:     1.66m up to and including 1.72m
Class 2:     1.73m up to and including 1.79m
Class 1:     over 1.79m

• Four quarter turns: Front, rear, sides/s.
• Comparison poses: Front double bicep, front lat spread, side chest, side tricep, back double bicep, rear lat spread, abs and thighs, most muscular.
• Judges are looking for symmetry and proportions with maximum muscularity and definitions.
• A 60 second posing routine to music.