BIKINI MODEL:
4 Classes
Open and Over Ages 35, 40 and 50
The Bikini Model is primarily a beauty contest. Female contestants are judged upon their overall beauty, body shape and tone. This category consists of two rounds; Bikini round, and Evening gown runway round.
Attention is focused on beauty of face, figure, physical fitness, and the confidence with which each contestant carries herself.
Female Bikini Model Attire Expectations
Round #1: Bikini Round two-piece
♦ 2 Piece Bikini Suit: Traditional crystal embellished competition bikini suits can be of any color pattern and style, as it is conservatively presentable. Thong style bottoms or any other inappropriate bikini wear is absolutely not allowed.
♦ Clear or any other shoes are acceptable and should have at least a 4-inch heel.
Round #2: Evening Gown Round
♦ Evening Gown: Each contestant wears a gown she has chosen for herself. Attention is focused on each contestant’s overall appearance,
self-confidence, sense of style and the beauty she brings to the gown of her choice.
♦ Long gown length that falls below ankles, Any style, fabric, beads and sequins is fine. It is suggested that the female competitor chooses a gown that best shows their personality but also a gown that is fashionable and couture.
♦ Competitor may choose matching heels of choice
♦ Jewelry can be worn for all rounds, but should not obscure the physique. Body jewelry(piercing) is allowed, as long as it’s not offensive.
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FIT BODY SPORT MODEL:
One Open Class
The Fit Body Sports Model must show athleticism and visible definition in their physique, and that they are marketable for sportswear, gym wear, or athletic wear.
This category consists of one round:
♦ Fashionable Gym Clothing
♦ Sneakers of choice
WELLNESS MODEL:
One Open Class
The desirable look for judging criteria for this female category embodies the look of a fuller lower body physique. The contestant should not be overly developed muscularly or overly lean. Instead, the focus is on shape and tone. The body should be free of muscle separation and an overly lean look that is unnatural. The tightness and tone of the skin should be smooth and healthy in appearance. Overall beauty and marketability are also judging conditions of this category.
There are two rounds for this category: Bikini round and Gown Round.
The bikini rounds for wellness are based on the fuller lower body, overall beauty, glamorous presentation, confidence, and marketability.
Round #1: Bikini Round two-piece
♦ 2 Piece Bikini Suit: Traditional crystal embellished competition bikini suits can be of any color pattern and style, as it is conservatively presentable.
Thong style bottoms or any other inappropriate bikini wear is absolutely not allowed.
♦ Clear or any other shoes are acceptable and should have at least a 4-inch heel.
Round #2: Evening Gown Round
♦ Evening Gown: Each contestant wears a gown she has chosen for herself. Attention is focused on each contestant’s overall appearance,
self-confidence, sense of style and the beauty she brings to the gown of her choice.
♦ Long gown length that falls below ankles, Any style, fabric, beads and sequins is fine. It is suggested that the female competitor chooses a gown that best shows their personality but also a gown that is fashionable and couture.
♦ Competitor may choose matching heels of choice
♦ Jewelry can be worn for all rounds, but should not obscure the physique. Body jewelry(piercing) is allowed, as long as it’s not offensive
FEMALE FITNESS MODEL
4 Classes
Open and Over Ages 35, 40 and 50
Contestants for the Fitness Model category will be judged on their sense of style, poise, overall beauty and stage presence as well as display a fit and toned physique. Fitness Models will be expected to walk on stage in a particular pattern, which will be explained at the athletes meeting the evening prior to the competition (t walk style walk). Competitors must be able to present themselves in a classy feminine and tasteful way that is marketable.
There are two rounds for this category: Bikini Round and Theme Wear Round.
Round #1: Bikini Round two-piece
♦ 2 Piece Bikini Suit: Traditional crystal embellished competition bikini suits can be of any color pattern and style, as it is conservatively presentable. Thong style bottoms or any other inappropriate bikini wear is absolutely not allowed.
♦ Clear or any other shoes are acceptable and should have at least a 4-inch heel.
Round #2: Theme Wear Round
♦ As a Fitness Model we require female competitors to bring a creative, and glamorous theme wear to the stage. Different ideas may be Victoria’s Secret Style Glamour, Vegas Show Girls, this round should not become
confused with a sportswear theme round. This is definitely a very creative and glamorous round for the female delegates to display their beauty and conditioning while adding a component of fashion and beauty.
♦ Jewelry can be worn for all rounds, but should not obscure the physique. Body jewelry(piercing) is allowed, as long as it’s not offensive
FEMALE FIGURE MODEL:
One Open Class
Figure models are expected to come in leaner than the bikini competitor with more muscularity and conditioning. They should not be over-conditioned displaying graininess as seen in Bodybuilding.
During group comparisons, figure models will be guided through quarter turns to display physiques from the front, left, back, and right
There are two rounds for this category: Bikini Round and Evening Gown Round.
Round #1: Bikini Round two-piece
♦ 2 Piece Bikini Suit: Figure suits with a crisscross back of any color pattern and style, as it is conservatively presentable. Thong style bottoms or any other inappropriate bikini wear is absolutely not allowed.
♦ Clear or any other shoes are acceptable and should have at least a 4-inch heel.
Round #2: Theme Wear Round
♦ As a Fitness Model we require female competitors to bring a creative, and glamorous theme wear to the stage. Different ideas may be Victoria’s Secret Style Glamour, Vegas Show Girls, this round should not become
confused with a sportswear theme round. This is definitely a very creative and glamorous round for the female delegates to display their beauty and conditioning while adding a component of fashion and beauty.
♦ Jewelry can be worn for all rounds, but should not obscure the physique.Body jewelry(piercing) is allowed, as long as it’s not offensive
MALE FITNESS MODEL:
One Open Class
♦ The judging will be on their masculine style, marketability and stage presence; male models will also be judged on their ability to display their character, style and self-confidence.
♦ Males will be expected to show off their physical attributes that project a fit and healthy lifestyle; A lean, well-proportioned toned and healthy looking body is the look that is wanted.
Swimsuit round:
♦ Square cut spandex style swim shorts are the suggested choice for Male Fitness Model contestants.
Evening Wear Round:
♦ All male contestants are required to wear formal attire, Jeans and a t-shirt are unacceptable, and will be marked down. All males are expected to present themselves in a runway style fashion for this category. Couture GQ style dress is suggested.
Round #1: Swimwear round
Round #2: Runway Round Evening Wear
♦ Masculine Style, marketability, stage presence, display character, style, confidence, fit, healthy lifestyle, lean, well proportioned.
MALE PHYSIQUE MODEL
One Open Class
♦ One Round Preliminaries are 4 Quarter Turns to the Right.
Round #1:
Physique Round Square Cut Shorts
♦ Square cut spandex style posing shorts are the suggested choice for Male Physique Model Contestants. This category is for the athlete who is too big to be considered as a fitness model but does display muscle definition and more size, Physique Model, men are judged on overall physique, overall Marketability, Stage Presence, conditioning and overall balance of physique, muscle definition.
Evening Wear Round:
♦ All male contestants are required to wear formal attire, Jeans and a t-shirt are unacceptable, and will be marked down. All males are expected to present themselves in a runway style fashion for this category. Couture GQ style dress is suggested.
♦ Males can also choose to crossover into Fitness Model
*Transformation Category*
♦ Body Language Spoken (BLS) Transformation Division is a
self-empowering class that is judged on a healthy physical transformation in your physique using before and after photos and a 50-word maximum written bio describing your fitness challenges during your journey including the following:
*Weight loss amount
*Most Inspiration Story (50 word bio)
*Obstacles overcome
*Advice to others
♦ A panel of judges, familiar with the effects of exercise and nutrition on
physique transformation, made up of BLS representatives will thoroughly review each and every participant’s photo and entry. They will also review how well each participant explains how he/she benefited from participating in their transformation and from making a commitment to a program of exercise and nutrition.
Awards for Transformation WINNER
**Trophy and one free entry in any OPEN category- must use within a calendar year
** 5 contestants will win a FREE shoot, interviews from our Top winners and more in the BLS Exclusive Fit Magazine
♦ SCORING FOR ALL BLS CATEGORIES*
*Judges will score competitors from 1 to 5
*A rating of 5 means the presentation was EXCELLENT *A rating of 4 means the presentation was VERY GOOD & performed without any significant errors
*A rating of 3 means the presentation was GOOD & performed with some technical errors
*A Rating of 2 means the presentation was SATISFACTORY but needs some work
*A Rating of 1 indicates the need for additional work.
*All scores are averaged out to determine the winner of the category ♦ Example: 5 BLS judges will be present
If 3 judges have a contestant in 1st and 2 judges have that same contestant in 2nd then they will win that division and so forth for 2nd, 3rd, 4th etc.
*AWARDS FOR CATEGORIES*
BLS RULES
BLS OFFICIAL BACKSTAGE RULES
*For the safety of ALL CONTESTANTS and due to limited space, there will be NO guests, trainers, friends, family members or assistants permitted backstage. The BLS events run professionally. Please have everything prepared before you arrive. All events are fully ticketed.
*Crossovers in events are permitted, and this is the choice of the contestant.
*No alcohol is permitted at any BLS event. Contestants caught with alcohol will be disqualified.
*All contestants and delegates are responsible for their personal belongings. Please be selective in regards to what you bring to a BLS event or workshop. The BLS or venues will not be held responsible for lost or stolen articles.
*All contestants are expected to respect their fellow competitors. We want to create a positive atmosphere backstage where everyone can feel comfortable and at ease.
*The BLS and its staff will not tolerate inexcusable behavior backstage. Please help out one another to make the whole event a positive and memorable event for all.
*All contestants must wear a cover up in all public areas during the event. Disqualification may occur if contestants are found in open areas not dressed appropriately.
BLS CODE OF CONDUCT
*Refrain from using threatening or foul language while at ALL BLS events. *No one can approach the judging table at any point before or during an event.
*Coaches and their clients may only approach the judging to request feedback after the event and if time allows.
*Coaches are responsible for reading and understanding BLS’s Guidelines before registering a client in a BLS Event.
*Coaches are not to poach or solicit the clients of other coaches while attending BLS events.
*The marketing of other organizations’ events is strictly prohibited. Coaches who are caught doing this will be escorted out of the venue without a refund.
*Coaches are to model professionalism and sportsmanship.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
*The BLS invites anyone meeting the eligibility requirements to participate in our events. We welcome all men and women of any level or ethnicity to compete with us.
*Contestants must be at least 18 years of age.***18 years of age must have parent consent***
*Contestants from any city or country can compete in any scheduled BLS event. *There is no performing talent competition and no experience is necessary.