BIKINI | Mid Atlantic

It's time for something different.

BIKINI COMPETITOR INFORMATION

Bikini competitors are athletes with a physique that is shapely and not overly muscular and will be separated into two categories: short and tall.

SUIT:

Two-piece bikini tied around the neck
Not crossed in the back.
Color and material is optional
Must cover 1/3rd of the bottom AND the entire front
THONGS ARE PROHIBITED

SHOES:

Appropriate competition shoes required (clear, high-heeled sandals)
Platform not to exceed 25mm
Heel not to exceed 130mm
Sealed pumps prohibited

GENERAL APPEARANCE:

Jewelry permitted but must be tasteful
Hair style is optional
Natural looking & health tanned skin treatments
ProTan or similar color preferred

All athlete's clothing and appearance must meet the expectations of standard, taste, and decency set forth by the Mid-Atlantic Bodybuilding Association. If athletes do not comply, they may no be allowed to compete in the event.

ROUND ONE: GROUP COMPARISONS

Athletes will be called to the stage and will stand in a line. They will be asked to complete series of quarter turns for the judges to show off their physique from all sides.

FRONT POSE:

Hips are facing the judges
One leg out to the side with one hand on the hip
Other arm should be relaxed down near the hop and not blocking the physique
Extended foot may be slightly lifted on the toes

SIDE POSE:

Turn to the right 1/4 and adjust stance
Hips face the side of the stage while upper body is turned toward the judges
Rear shoulder should be visible to judges

BACK POSE:

Turn to the right another 1/4 with back facing the judges; head should always face the rear of the stage
Heels shoulder width apart and flat on stage; weight centered
Arms out with hands gently resting on hips or quads
Slight curvature in back (dramatically bending forward will reduce scoring)
Hair pushed front so to not block full view of the back

JUDGING CRITERIA

FITNESS & BALANCE:

Bikini athletes should have a rounder/softer shape with less muscle definition than that of a figure or bodybuilding athlete. The condition of the body should be firm, but not dramatically defined. The body should be symmetrical and balanced with the upper and lower body in proportion.

Judges will be looking for soft lines in the legs, tight glutes, and round shoulders. Abdominals should be visible, but overly lean or muscular appearance will reduce scores.

STAGE PRESENCE:

On stage, bikini athletes should demonstrate elegance and poise. They should appear confident and natural when standing or moving on stage, while maintaining balanced control. Athletes should walk in a style like that of a runway model and should transition between poses with a fluid, creative, and graceful flow.

ROUND TWO: INDIVIDUAL ROUTINE

Each athlete will perform an individual routine to display all sides of her physique. This routine can be set to music of the athlete's choice (although muse be appropriate) and she will have up to 90 seconds on stage. Athletes are judged on their individual presentations to the judges.

Routines may include costumes and/or props; however, these items may not interfere with the full presentation of the competitor's physique.

JUDGING CRITERIA

UNIQUENESS & CREATIVITY:

Athletes will be scored on the poses they've chosen for their routine.
Additional scores based on
- how well routine matches selected music
- how well performance incorporated their own personality
- how well the selected poses display her overall physique

STAGE PRESENCE & PERSONALITY:

Scores based on:
- how engaging the athlete is with the audience
- overall demeanor and stage presence
- smoothness with which the routine is performed
- presentation of confidence, proper posture, gracefulness, and elegance
Points may be lost if routine does not flow or the athlete cannot transition smoothly between poses, appears rushed/unrehearsed, or if the athlete does not present a welcoming presence while on stage.