August 28, 2024
EVENT INFORMATION
2024 NPC NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
Bodybuilding
Fitness
Figure
Bikini
Physique
Classic Physique
Wellness
SCHEDULE
DATES:
Wednesday, August 28
Classic
Men Physique
Thursday, August 29
Men BB
Friday, August 30
Women Bodybuilding
Women Physique
Figure
Saturday, August 31
Bikini
Wellness
scroll down for event info
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Competitors MUST pre-qualify for this event, meaning this cannot be your first event and you must meet the NPC guidelines for competing or placing in prior events.
TO VIEW THE QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS, CLICK HERE
It is the athlete’s responsibility to read and follow all pre-qualifying requirements. If you have questions, contact gary@garyudit.com or npcfirst@npcregistration.com
NPC MEMBERSHIP
All contestants must be a member of the NPC National Physique Committee. To register for your NPC card, view the “NPC Card” tab on this page.
NPC CARDS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THE CONTEST AND MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE. PLEASE VIEW THE NPC CARD TAB ON THIS PAGE FOR MORE INFO
ENTRY FORM
You may enter the event online, and receive instant confirmation of your entry. To enter, click the button below.
To Enter Online, Click Button Above.
Registration Fees, Deadlines and Info
Entry fees are $300 per class. You may crossover and do multiple classes if you wish. To view available classes, go to the entry tab and view the entry form.
DEADLINES
ONLINE registration closes Sunday, August 25 at 6pm Eastern Time. After online registration closes, you MAY enter or add classes at athlete check-in! See the check-in tab for check-in times.
LATE FEE
A late fee of $300 will be added if you register AFTER August 7, 2024.
MUSIC
If your class uses posing music, view the music tab on this page for info on uploading music. The deadline for uploading music is 5 days before the event.
NPC CARD
You must have an NPC card before the event. You may purchase one at npcregistration.com
There are NO REFUNDS for Entries Purchased for Any Reason.
Contest Questions:
Text Gary Udit at 412-377-1438 or email gary@garyudit.com
Other Event , Payment or Technical Questions:
TICKET INFO FOR NPC NORTH AMERICAN
August 28-31, 2024
All Tickets Are Sold at the Door or at Athlete Check In. Cash only. THERE ARE NO ADVANCED TICKET SALES FOR THIS EVENT.
TICKET PRICES AND EVENT TIMES
Event is held at the Sheraton Station Square Hotel in Pittsburgh.
Prejudging – $40 per day
8am July 17-20
6pm July 17-20
See the SCHEDULE TAB on this page for the order in which the athlete classes will appear.
If you have questions, text Gary Udit at 412-377-1438
NOTE: IF YOU ARE COMPETING IN THE EVENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO PURCHASE A TICKET FOR YOURSELF! YOUR COMPETITOR NUMBER IS YOUR TICKET!
SHERATON STATION SQUARE
300 W Station Square Dr.
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
412 – 261 – 2000
If the primary host hotel and event venue Sheraton Station Square is sold out on the nights you need, you may contact secondary host hotel WYNDHAM GRAND PITTSBURGH DOWNTOWN.
SHERATON STATION SQUARE
primary host hotel and event venue
300 W Station Square Dr.
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
412 – 261 – 2000
MENTION “NPC BODYBUILDING” to get special rate or CLICK HERE to book your room online.
Must book your room by July 24, 2024
IF ROOM NIGHTS ARE SOLD OUT, SECONDARY HOST HOTEL is BELOW.
WYNDHAM GRAND PITTSBURGH DOWNTOWN
600 Commonwealth Pl,
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Phone: (412) 391-4600
ATHLETE CHECK IN
THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO CHECK-IN ALLOWED ON Friday or Saturday for this event!
DATES BELOW
Tuesday, August 27 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
MANDATORY WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN FOR THESE DIVISIONS:
MEN CLASSIC
MEN PHYSIQUE
This is also an OPTIONAL EARLY WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN for these Divisions:
MEN BB
WOMEN BB
WOMEN PHYSIQUE
FIGURE
BIKINI
WOMEN WELLNESS
Wednesday, August 28 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
MANDATORY WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN FOR THESE DIVISIONS:
MEN BB
This is also an OPTIONAL EARLY WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN for these Divisions:
WOMEN BB
WOMEN PHYSIQUE
FIGURE
BIKINI
WOMEN WELLNESS
Thursday, August 29 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
MANDATORY WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN FOR THESE DIVISIONS:
WOMEN BB
WOMEN PHYSIQUE
FIGURE
BIKINI
WOMEN WELLNESS
NO WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN IS PERMITTED ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY!
We will be providing CONTEST ALERTS during the event, so competitors can be alerted when their class is coming up. This will save you time waiting around.
To Sign Up for these alerts, get the free MUSCLEWARE APP
Jeff Binns of ELITE STAGE PHOTOGRAPHY is the Official Photographer of the Event!
Official Photo Packages include all individual, comparison and award photos in HI-Res.
CLICK HERE for More Info
CUSTOM VIDEOS OF YOUR APPEARANCE IN THIS EVENT
Contact @gilcoproductions on IG for info on high def custom videos of your performance!
SCHEDULE of EVENTS
2024 NPC North American Championships
ORDER OF DIVISIONS
NOTE: Please Check the Entry form for order of classes in all divisions. Times may vary depending on number of competitors.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28
Classic Physique
Men’s Physique
PREJUDGING 8:00 am
FINALS 6:00 pm
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29
Men’s Bodybuilding
PREJUDGING 8:00 am
FINALS 6:00 pm
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Women Bodybuilding
Women Physique
Fitness
Figure
PREJUDGING 8:00 am
FINALS 6:00 pm
Fitness Routines open Finals
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31
Bikini
Wellness
PREJUDGING 8:00 am
FINALS 6:00 pm
NOTE: Please Check the Entry form for order of classes in all divisions
TANNING
The tanning professionals at OLYMPIA TAN will spray-tan you using state-of-the-art airbrush spray.
They also provide expert services for your hair and make-up.
BEWARE:
There may other companies posing as tanning, hair and makeup providers for this event, but only OLYMPIA TAN is the official provider and the ONLY ONE permitted to do hair/makeup/tanning at the event venue, backstage, or host hotel. Beware of any other companies who claim to offer these same services!
Competitors have been mislead into thinking they are signing on with an official service provider when in fact it is a bogus second rate company.
Book only using the link below at OlympiaTan.com
PROFESSIONAL SPRAY TANNING BY OLYMPIA SPRAY TAN
HAIR AND MAKEUP
The hair and makeup stylists at OLYMPIA TAN will provide you the perfect look at your event!
BEWARE:
There may other companies posing as tanning, hair and makeup providers for this event, but only OLYMPIA TAN is the official provider and the ONLY ONE permitted to do hair/makeup/tanning at the event venue, backstage, or host hotel. Beware of any other companies who claim to offer these same services!
Competitors have been mislead into thinking they are signing on with an official service provider when in fact it is a bogus second rate company.
Book only using the link below at OlympiaTan.com
FOR PROFESSIONAL HAIR and MAKE UP:
QUALIFYING EVENT
This event is an IFBB PRO LEAGUE QUALIFIER. See pro cards tab for info
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ALL COMPETITORS MUST HAVE AN NPC CARD BEFORE REGISTERING!
NPC registration is available online at the NPC website using the button below.
NPC Cards ARE NOT AVAILABLE at the contest! You must have your NPC card in advance of the event and you may purchase from the entry form or at npcregistration.com
CLICK HERE to REGISTER for your NPC CARD ONLINE.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT NPC CARDS, CONTACT 412-276-5027 or email npcfirst@npcregistration.com
The NPC printable green membership card is distinctively different to denote online registration from the mail-in version that remains available. Athletes can present the printable online membership card at the contest check in or on any portable device such as an iPhone or tablet.
If you wish to order by mail-in, call the NPC national office at 412-276-5027.
IFBB PRO LEAGUE PRO QUALIFYING EVENT
This event is an IFBB PRO LEAGUE PRO QUALIFIER
For eligibility requirements, please view the ELIGIBILITY TAB on this page
The following placings will be awarded IFBB PRO LEAGUE Pro Cards:
Figure
35 and Over,
40 and Over,
45 and Over,
50 and Over,
55 and Over,
60 and Over,
Open
Class winners
Bikini
35 and Over,
40 and Over,
45 and Over,
50 and Over,
55 and Over,
60 and Over,
Open
Class winners
Wellness
35 and Over,
40 and Over,
Open
Class Winners
Men Physique
35 and Over,
40 and Over,
45 and Over,
50 and Over,
55 and Over,
60 and Over,
Open
Class Winners
Men Classic Physique
35 and Over,
40 and Over,
45 and Over,
50 and Over,
55 and Over,
60 and Over,
Open
Class Winners
Women Physique
35 and Over
40 and Over
45 and Over,
50 and Over,
55 and Over,
Open
Class winners
Women BB
35 and Over
40 and Over
50 and Over,
60 and Over,
70 and Over,
Open
Overall winners
Men BB
35 and Over
Top 4 placings in the overall
40 and Over
Top 4 placings in the overall
50 and Over
Top 3 placings in the overall
60 and Over
Top 2 placings in the overall
70 and Over
Class winners
Open
Top 4 placings in the overall
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ROUNDS OF COMPETITION
For official rules, review the links below, from the main NPC website.
If you have questions, contact Gary Udit by text at 412-377-1438 or email gary@garyudit.com
FIGURE
BIKINI
MEN PHYSIQUE
WOMEN PHYSIQUE
CLASSIC PHYSIQUE
BODYBUILDING
WELLNESS
COMPETITION DIVISIONS
MEN PHYSIQUE
MEN PHYSIQUE 60 & Over
2 height classes shown below
Class A Up to 5’8”
Class B Over 5’8”
MEN PHYSIQUE 55 & Over
2 height classes shown below
Class A Up to 5’8”
Class B Over 5’8”
MEN PHYSIQUE 50 & Over
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’6″
Class B: Up to 5’8″
Class C: Up to 5″10′
Class D: Over 5″10′
MEN PHYSIQUE 45 & Over
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’6″
Class B: Up to 5’8″
Class C: Up to 5″10′
Class D: Over 5″10′
MEN PHYSIQUE 40 and Over
6 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’7″
Class B: Up to 5’8″
Class C: Up to 5’9″
Class D: Up to 5’10
Class E: Up to 6’0″
Class F: Over 6’0″
MEN PHYSIQUE 35 and Over
6 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’7″
Class B: Up to 5’8″
Class C: Up to 5’9″
Class D: Up to 5’10
Class E: Up to 6’0″
Class F: Over 6’0″
MEN PHYSIQUE OPEN
8 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’6″
Class B: Up to 5’7 1/2″
Class C: Up to 5’8 1/2″
Class D: Up to 5’9 1/2″
Class E: Up to 5’10 1/2″
Class F: Up to 5’11 1/2″
Class G: Up to 6’1″
Class H: Over 6’1″
MEN BODYBUILDING
MEN BB 70 AND OVER
1 weight class
MEN BB 60 AND OVER
4 weight classes shown below
Lightweight: Up to 154-1/4 lbs
Middleweight: Up to 176-1/4 lbs
Light-Heavyweight: Up to 198-1/4 lbs
Heavyweight: Over 198-1/4 lbs
MEN BB 50 AND OVER
7 weight classes shown below
MEN BB 40 AND OVER
7 weight classes shown below
MEN BB 35 AND OVER
7 weight classes shown below
MEN BB OPEN
7 weight classes shown below
Bantamweight: Up to 143-1/4 lbs
Lightweight: Up to 154-1/4 lbs
Welterweight: Up to 165-1/4 lbs
Middleweight: Up to 176-1/4 lbs
Light-Heavyweight: Up to 198-1/4 lbs
Heavyweight: Up to 225 1/4
Super-Heavyweight: Over 225 1/4
WOMEN BODYBUILDING
WOMEN BB 70 AND OVER
1 weight class
WOMEN BB 60 AND OVER
1 weight class
WOMEN BB 50 AND OVER
1 weight class
WOMEN BB 40 AND OVER
2 weight classes shown below
WOMEN BB 35 AND OVER
2 weight classes shown below
Lightweight: Up to & including 125 lbs
Heavyweight: Over 125 lbs
WOMEN BB OPEN
4 weight classes shown below
Lightweight: Up to & including 115 lbs
Middleweight: Up to & including 125 lbs
Light-Heavyweight: Up to & including 140 lbs
Heavyweight: Over 140 lbs
FIGURE
FIGURE 60 AND OVER
2 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’4”
Class B: Over 5’4″
FIGURE 55 AND OVER
2 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’4”
Class B: Over 5’4″
FIGURE 50 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’2”
Class B: Up to 5’4”
Class C: Up to 5’6”
Class D: Over 5’6″
FIGURE 45 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’2”
Class B: Up to 5’4”
Class C: Up to 5’6”
Class D: Over 5’6″
FIGURE 40 AND OVER
6 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’1”
Class B: Up to 5’2 1/2”
Class C: Up to 5’4”
Class D: Up to 5’5 1/2″
Class E: Up to 5’7”
Class F: Over 5’7”
FIGURE 35 AND OVER
6 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’1”
Class B: Up to 5’2 1/2”
Class C: Up to 5’4”
Class D: Up to 5’5 1/2″
Class E: Up to 5’7”
Class F: Over 5’7”
FIGURE OPEN
8 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’1”
Class B: Up to 5’2”
Class C: Up to 5’3”
Class D: Up to 5’4″
Class E: Up to 5’5”
Class F: Up to 5’6”
Class G: Up to 5’7”
Class H: Over 5’7″
BIKINI
BIKINI 60 AND OVER
1 class
BIKINI 55 AND OVER
2 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’4”
Class B: Over 5’4″
BIKINI 50 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’2”
Class B: Up to 5’4”
Class C: Up to 5’6”
Class D: Over 5’6”
BIKINI 45 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’2”
Class B: Up to 5’4”
Class C: Up to 5’6”
Class D: Over 5’6”
BIKINI 40 AND OVER
6 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’1”
Class B: Up to 5’2 1/2”
Class C: Up to 5’4”
Class D: Up to 5’5 1/2″
Class E: Up to 5’7”
Class F: Over 5’7”
BIKINI 35 AND OVER
6 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’1”
Class B: Up to 5’2 1/2”
Class C: Up to 5’4”
Class D: Up to 5’5 1/2″
Class E: Up to 5’7”
Class F: Over 5’7”
BIKINI OPEN
8 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’1”
Class B: Up to 5’2”
Class C: Up to 5’3”
Class D: Up to 5’4″
Class E: Up to 5’5”
Class F: Up to 5’6”
Class G: Up to 5’7”
Class H: Over 5’7″
WOMEN PHYSIQUE
WOMEN PHYSIQUE 50 AND OVER
2 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’4”
Class B: Over 5’4″
WOMEN PHYSIQUE 45 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
WOMEN PHYSIQUE 40 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
WOMEN PHYSIQUE 35 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
WOMEN PHYSIQUE OPEN
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’2”
Class B: Up to 5’4”
Class C: Up to 5’6”
Class D: Over 5’6″
WOMEN FITNESS
WOMEN FITNESS OPEN
2 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’4”
Class B: Over 5’4”
WOMEN WELLNESS
WOMEN WELLNESS 40 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
WOMEN WELLNESS 35 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
WOMEN WELLNESS OPEN
4 height classes shown below
Class A: Up to 5’2”
Class B: Up to 5’4”
Class C: Up to 5’6”
Class D: Over 5’6″
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE
For Classic Physique, your competition bodyweight is regulated by your height. If you do not fall within BOTH the height and weight parameters shown below, you will have the option of competing in the BODYBUILDING or MEN’S PHYSIQUE divisions.
FOR HEIGHT AND WEIGHT PARAMETERS, SEE MAIN NPC RULES PAGE AT THIS LINK
DIVISIONS in classic physique:
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE 60 AND OVER
1 height class
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE 55 AND OVER
2 height classes
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE 50 AND OVER
2 height classes
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE 45 AND OVER
4 height classes
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE 40 AND OVER
4 height classes
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE 35 AND OVER
4 height classes shown below
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE OPEN
4 height classes shown below
FOR HEIGHT AND WEIGHT PARAMETERS, SEE MAIN NPC RULES PAGE AT THIS LINK
MANDATORY POSES IN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE:
The Judging is scored 100% and will consist of comparisons of the quarter turns and the following “5” mandatory poses:
Front Double Biceps
Side Chest
Back Double Biceps
Abdominal and Thighs
Favorite Classic Pose (Not Most Muscular)
JUDGING FINALS FOR CLASSIC PHYSIQUE:
The Finals will consist of:
Posing Routine (up to maximum of 70 seconds) (No Gymnastics Moves are Allowed)
Confirmation round (if necessary)
Posedown (overall title only)
COMPETITION WEAR FOR CLASSIC PHYSIQUE:
Competitors are required to wear posing shorts. You are “NOT” to wear board shorts or Bodybuilding posing trunks. We have provided an image of the NPC Competition Classic Physique shorts below. Competitors are required to wear the same type of cut and all shorts that are worn in competition must be black.
PROOF OF AGE
Competitors must be the correct age or older for their class on the day of the competition.
Proof of age is best accomplished by birth certificate, passport or military discharge.
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POSING
All Bodybuilding, Women Physique and Men Classic Physique competitors will perform their routines at the Finals, limited to 60 seconds.
30-second routines may or may not be required at prejudging. This will be determined by the judges at the event based on the number of competitors. You may inquire when you check in.
Competitor posing music for finals must be the ONLY music provided (not entire songs) and can only be a maximum of 60 seconds.
FOR MORE INFO ON HOW TO PROVIDE YOUR POSING MUSIC, SEE THE MUSIC TAB ON THIS PAGE
AWARDS
The top five competitors in each weight / height class or age group will be awarded trophies plus an overall award where there are multiple classes.
For a list of PRO CARDS to be given at the event, click the PRO CARDS tab elsewhere on this page.
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MUSIC RULES
All Bodybuilding, Classic Physique and Women Physique contestants MUST supply their own music.
You may UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC and please also BRING YOUR MUSIC to checkin as a backup (USB or thumb drive preferred).
Deadline: You must upload your music at least 5 days before the event. Online upload will close when online entries close. If you miss that deadline, just bring music to check-in. We cannot accept music sent by email
TO UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC
There will be a link for uploading your music in the email you receive from “muscleware” after you complete the entry form. If you cannot find your confirmation of entry in your email box, check your spambox of your email.
UPLOAD ONLY YOUR MUSIC SELECTION, NOT ENTIRE ALBUMS or SONGS. No longer than 60 seconds.
Vulgar music is NOT be permitted and will be grounds for disqualification.
For questions on music, see the QUESTIONS/CONTACT tab on this page
TRAINER PASSES
TRAINER PASS – $200 cash
good for all four days
Trainer MUST have:
A ticket to the event.
Valid NPC OR IFBB PRO LEAGUE Card.
Trainers Pass may be purchased at the Check-in/Weigh-in or at the door.
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
CONTEST PROMOTER
Please direct any questions to:
Gary Udit
412-377-1438