Figure Competitor General Rules
For the Judging and Finals, competitors must wear a two-piece suit, the colour and style of which is at the competitor's choice.
The bottom of the suit must be v-shaped. Thongs are not permitted.
All swimsuits must meet acceptable standards of taste and decency.
Footwear (high heels) must be worn.Competitors may wear jewelry.
The competitor number must be securely attached to either side of the bikini bottom at Judging and Finals.
The excessive application of oils, moisturizers, skin creams, tanning creams and like products is prohibited and may be used only in moderation. The application of tanning products must produce a natural tone so as to give the appearance of a natural tan. Products that produce an unnaturally coloured tone, with an orange, yellow, red, green or gold hue, are prohibited. Bronzing agents that produce a metallic look are also prohibited.
Competitors are prohibited from presenting themselves in any vulgar, obscene, profane, indecent, lewd, lascivious, repugnant, shocking or offensive manner, as determined by the event promoter and/or one or more of the event judges in their sole and absolute discretion. Competitors unequivacally agree to accept the decisions of event promoters and/or event judges in this regard, the competitor should not register to compete in any events..
If any of the above rules are not followed, the competitor will not be allowed to compete and no refunds will be issued.
Criteria for Judging Women's Figure Competitors
Muscularity - the amount of muscle will vary between the divisions.
Condition will vary depending on the division.
Symmetry and Balance.
Presentation (Posing).
Figure athletes should display:
An overall balance of muscular development which includes rounded delts, sweep to the quads, back depth and width - emphasis is on balance and symmetry.
Small amount of muscle separation.
A nice "V" taper.
Tight glutes with separation between the hamstring and glute area.
Balance between the upper and lower body.
Figure athletes NOT should display:
Striations or graininess.
Muscularity thickness associated with Women's Physique.
Backstage
The only people permitted in the backstage area are competitors, expediters, CPA officials, CPA Media & those who have purchased a Backstage Pass. Alcohol is not permitted in the backstage area.
Height Classes
A Figure competition may be divided in the following height classes.
2 Classes
| Class A | Up to and including 5’4” (163 cm ) |
| Class B | Over 5’4” (163 cm) |
3 Classes
| Class A | Up to and including 5’4” (163 cm) |
| Class B | Over 5’4” and up to and including 5’6” (168 cm) |
| Class C | Over 5’6” (168 cm) |
4 Classes
| Class A | Up to and including 5’2” (157 cm) |
| Class B | Over 5’2” and up to and including 5’4” (163 cm) |
| Class C | Over 5’4” and up to and including 5’6” (168 cm) |
| Class D | Over 5’6” (168 cm) |
6 Classes
| Class A | Up to and including 5’1” (155 cm) |
| Class B | Over 5’1” and up to and including 5’2-1/2” (159 cm) |
| Class C | Over 5’2-1/2” and up to and including 5’4” (163 cm) |
| Class D | Over 5’4” and up to and including 5’5-1/2” (166 cm) |
| Class E | Over 5’5-1/2” and up to and including 5’7” (170 cm) |
| Class F | Over 5’7” (170 cm) |
Contest Format (Judging)
Presentation
Each competitor is called onstage individually in numerical order in a two-piece bikini and high heels and, at centre stage, has a maximum of 30 seconds to perform the four quarter turns.
Depending on the number of competitors in a class, competitors may be directed to:
Exit the stage until the entire class has completed the quarter turns, at which time the entire class is called back onstage; or:
Line up along diagonal lines at each side of the stage.
The Head Judge then directs groups of competitors in numerical order through the quarter turns. The size of the groups is at the direction of the Head Judge.
The Head Judge then directs selected competitors through the callouts, where the selected competitors are compared against each other in the quarter turns. The number and placement of competitors in the callouts is at the discretion of the Head Judge.
Contest Format (Finals)
Comparison Round
Each competitor may be called onstage individually in numerical order in a two-piece bikini and hight heels and, at centre stage, has a maximum of 30 seconds to perform the four quarter turns.
Depending on the numer of competitors, the Head Judge and Promoter may decide that only the top finalists shall perform their quarter turns.
If a confirmation round is required, the competitors shall be called on stage and, under the direction of the Head Judge compared in groups while performing the quarter turns..
For the overall title only, the top finalists shall perform the quarter turns under the direction of the Head Judge.
Scoring
Judges will be scoring competitors using the following criteria:
Small degree of muscularity with separation, no visible striations
Overall muscle tone with shapely lines, overall firmness and not excessively lean.
Full general assessment
Healthy appearance.
Make-up
Skin tone.
Join the CPA
To compete or participate in a CPA event, athletes must be registered with the CPA.
Competitor Health
Any competitor who appears to be disoriented, light-headed or experiences undue cramping will not be permitted to compete.
Junior & Masters
Junior Athletes - must be at least 18 years old and no older than 23 as of the day of the show.
Masters Men and Women’s Classes begin at 35 years of age or over as of the day of the show. Promoters may add masters classes as follows 40/45/50/55/60 years of age.
Qualifications received as a junior or as a master are valid for the respective division only and may not be carried over to other divisions.
Placing Top 3 in a Regional competition in the Masters 35+ qualifies you to compete at a Pro Qualifier in the Masters 35+ class in your division. Placing Top 3 in a Regional competition in the Masters 40+ qualifies you to all Masters Classes above 40+ in your division provided you meet the age requirements.
True Novice & Novice
True Novice – All first-time competitors are eligible to compete in the True Novice category (never competed with the CPA in any category at a bodybuilding or physique competition). The True Novice category provides no qualifications, just awards and bragging rights.
Novice - All competitors who did not place 1st in any category with a minimum of 3 athletes or more may compete in the Novice category. The Novice category provides no qualifications, just awards and bragging rights.
Athlete Check-Ins/Weigh-Ins
Competition check-ins/weigh-ins take place the day prior to the contest at a location provided by the contest promoter. The promoter will publish the official check-in/weigh-in start time. All competitors, regardless of category, must be present for the official check-in/weigh-in.
During the official check-in/weigh-in competitors will be officially heighted and/or weighed, receive their competitor number and information verified. All competitors must show their CPA membership card. Junior and Masters competitors must provide government issued ID showing date of birth (i.e. passport, birth certificate, etc.)
Please note: Any competitor who does not make weight will be given a maximum of 30 minutes in which to do so. If, for whatever reason, the competitor does not return within thirty minutes, he or she will be eliminated from the competition. The onus is on the competitor to return within the deadline; the CPA is under no obligation to issue time warnings or to track down the competitor.
Backstage
The only people permitted in the backstage area are competitors, approved backstage pass purchasers, expediters, CPA officials & CPA Media.
