JUDGING CRITERIA

1. Body Shape and Symmetry - Contestants in this division should have a body shape that is proportional to their height and weight. They are to be not to be judged on muscle size. They should also have good body symmetry, which means the shape of their body is the same on the top and bottom, and the right and left sides.

2. Body Condition - Contestants in this division should have clear muscle definition throughout, and be in a "moderately conditioned" state. They should be more conditioned than a bikini athlete but less conditioned than a female bodybuilder.
Contestants will be wearing heels and a 2-piece suit, no body oils are permitted.
Judging is relative placement.

ONE ROUND OF GROUP COMPARISONS

Front Position - Stand with feet together and arms at sides. Flaring of lats is permitted to attempt to show body condition.

Right Side - Option to stand with feet together with arms at sides, or pop the front leg and twist towards the front. If they choose the 2nd option, how they hold their arms is up to them. They need to stand whichever way they feel their body looks best.

Back Position - Stand with feet together and arms at sides. Flaring of lats is permitted to attempt to show body condition.

Left Side - Option to stand with feet together with arms at sides, or pop the front leg and twist towards the front. If they choose the 2nd option, how they hold their arms is up to them. They need to stand whichever way they feel their body looks best.

Model Pose - Contestants will pick a position in which best compliments their body. No set way of how to stand.

The head judge may move athletes around just like bodybuilding, but no mandatory poses, just ¼ turns.

Stage Walk:
In this round, contestant attire is restricted to 2-piece swimsuit and high heels. The suit can be outlined with rhinestones. Excessive use of rhinestones can result in lowering your Presentation score. With regard to the high heels, there are no restrictions on the sole or height of the heel.   This round will consist of an individual stage walk. (Competitors will walk in numerical order) After having your number called by the Head Judge, the contestant will perform the stage walk. After the stage walk, the contestant will exit the stage area. The entire stage walk should have an even flow. Turning into your poses should be as smooth as possible. With regard to scoring the Stage Walk, the judges will be looking for grace during the stage walk (walking in heels).