WOMENS NOVICE BEACHBODY NON TESTED

GENERAL
a. A competitor can do both Open and Novice
b. NOVICE: an athlete that has never entered a Global Bodybuilding Organization sanctioned event. Once a competitor wins his/her novice class, they are not allowed to enter another novice class. If a competitor does not win, they may choose to compete again in a novice class. If a competitor is caught entering a novice class after winning, they will be disqualified. Pro cards are not awarded in the novice classes.
c. Competitors’ numbers should be visible at all times and worn on left side.
 
COMPETITION ATTIRE
a. Two-piece contest regulated suit (25% coverage of gluteus). Suits may be enhanced with rhinestones, sparkles, sequins, etc. Thongs will not be permitted.
b. Clear high-heeled shoes are required.
c. Jewelry may be worn within good taste and should not interfere with the presentation of the competitor’s physique.
HEIGHT CLASSES Open / Novice
A under 5’ 2” C 5’ 5.25” up to 5’ 7”
B 5’ 2.25” up to 5’ 5”
C 5’ 5.25” up to 5’ 7”
D over 5’ 7”’
 
AGE GROUPS:
Masters 35 - 39 / 40 - 49 / 50 - 59 / 60 - 69 / 70+
Teen 16-19
 
POSING
a. FRONT POSE: Face front, eyes forward, hips facing judges, and arms remain at sides or with one/two hands on hips. Feet should be slightly apart with toes facing judges.
b. REAR POSE. Head held high, arms remain at sides or with one/two hands on hips, lats open, and feet should be slightly apart. Competitors with long hair should brush their hair to one side to ensure their back is visible to the judges.
c. WALKING POSE: As directed by head judge, athletes will slowly walk to a line at the back of the stage, then face the front and slowly return to the front of the stage.