MEN'S PHYSIQUE
NPC MEN'S PHYSIQUE RULES
NPC 2024 Stingrey Classic
MEN'S PHYSIQUE Information
Teen, True Novice, Novice, Open Master, & Open Divisions
Crossovers are available
Sanctioned by the NPC [National Physique Comittee]
Date: Friday, April 19, 2024
Location: Sheraton Waikiki Hawaii Ballroom
NPC MEMBERSHIP
Each competitor must be a member of the NPC.
Please read 'Rules & Regulations' page for important competitor information
STINGREY CLASSIC MEN'S PHYSIQUE DIVISIONS:
Teen Physique:
ONE CLASS ONLY: 18 to 19 years old
True Novice Physique: (True novice means, this is the first time you’re competing in a novice class).
ONE CLASS ONLY
Novice Physique: (Novice means, you never placed 1st in any previous novice classes).
ONE CLASS ONLY
Open Master Physique 35+: National Qualifier
CLASS A: Up to & including 5’8”
CLASS B: Over 5’8”
Open Physique: National Qualifier
CLASS A: Up to & including 5’6”
CLASS B: Over 5’6” up to including 5’8”
CLASS C: Over 5’8” up to including 5’10”
CLASS D: Over 5’10”
Open Master Physique 45+: National Qualifier:
ONE CLASS ONLY
National level contests do not permit competitors to crossover into Bodybuilding. All other competitions are permitted to have crossovers at the discretion of the promoter with the district chairperson’s approval. CROSSOVERS ARE ALLOWED AT THE STINGREY CLASSIC.
CHECK-INS: HEIGHT
Mens Physique Division competitors will be height checked on April 18, 2024 @ the Sheraton Waikiki Waianae Ballroom from 5p to 7p (read the general info page for specific details). NPC Chairman Mark Valencia will be checking your board shorts for approval so make sure to bring it during height check-ins. Board shorts must be just above the knee in length and can be one inch below the belly button, no spandex, no logos are permitted on the board shorts however a manufacturer’s logo such as the Nike symbol or Billabongs is acceptable.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Muscularity and Body Condition
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Judges will be looking for fit contestants who display proper shape and symmetry combined with muscularity and overall condition. This is not a bodybuilding contest so extreme muscularity should be marked down.
Stage Presence and Personality
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Contestants will be asked to walk in board shorts (shorts must be just above the knee in length and can be one inch below the belly button, no spandex and no logos are permitted on the board shorts however a manufacturer’s logo such as Nike symbol or Billabongs are acceptable.)
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Competitors will enter the stage without a shirt and barefoot.
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No lewd acts allowed for example the moon pose. Judges are looking for the contestant with the best stage presence and poise, who, can successfully convey his personality to the audience.
JUDGING FORMAT
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Presentation:
Competitors will walk to the center of the stage alone and perform front and back turns with optional pose of hand on hip or hand in pocket, finishing facing the judges as directed then proceed to the side of the stage.
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Comparison Round:
The competitors will be brought back out in a group and directed to do turns.
Judges will have the opportunity to compare competitors against each other in turns.
*** You will be allowed ONLY 1 person backstage (competitors can purchase 1 coaches’ pass for $100 during your online registration). Coaches’ pass includes backstage entry for both prejudging and the night show and free entry to watch prejudging. The night-show is NOT INCLUDED, so if you have a coaches’ pass, you will still need to purchase a seat for the night-show if you want entry. In addition, who ever you choose to be backstage with you will need to purchase an NPC card from npcnewsonline.com for liability purposes.
*** READ GENERAL INFORMATION page for important competitor information.
*** Must fill out online application (no manual applications allowed). If you are having problems with the online registration contact Rey @ 808.781.1133.