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2023 NPC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
December 7-9, 2023
Irving, Texas
The 2023 NPC National Championships will be held December 8 and 9, 2023 in IRVING, Texas, at the IRVING CONVENTION CENTER. This event will be larger and more competitive than ever before, with top NPC athletes and nearly 100 IFBB PRO® cards awarded!
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ENTRY
ENTRY INFORMATION
You may enter the event online, and receive instant confirmation of your entry. To enter, click the button below.
ENTRY FEE:
$375 per class
ENTRY DEADLINES:
ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE on Wednesday December 6 at 6pm EASTERN.
You will NOT be able to enter online after that time, but you MAY enter or add classes at athlete check-in. See the check-in tab for check-in times. NO Refunds for any reason. You may add or change classes at check-in.
LATE FEE
LATE FEE OF $375 ON ANY ENTRY SUBMITTED ONLINE AFTER 6pm EASTERN TIME ON Monday Dec. 4, 2023.
Technical Questions:
Contact 800-929-3539 or webmaster@garyudit.com
Contest Questions:
Text Gary at 412-377-1438 or email gary@garyudit.com
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TICKETS
YOU MAY PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE USING LINK BELOW UNTIL NOV 30 at 6pm EASTERN, OR AT THE DOOR and ATHLETE CHECK-IN.
VIP seats are limited.
TICKET PRICES are BELOW
Women’s Divisions are Friday, Men’s Divisions are Saturday
BOTH GENERAL AND VIP TICKETS PROVIDE ACCESS TO EXPO. VIP TICKET HOLDERS ARE GUARANTEED SPECTATOR SEATS and there are only 200 VIP tickets for each session shown below.
There is no all-day pass. If you want to see both prejudging and finals, please purchase tickets for each.
TICKET PURCHASES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
FRIDAY
Women’s Divisions
WOMEN’S PREJUDGING
General Admission
for Women’s Prejudging
$65
VIP
for Women’s Prejudging
$105
(200 seats max for VIP)
WOMEN’S FINALS
General Admission
for Women’s FINALS
$105
VIP
for Women’s FINALS
$155
(200 seats max for VIP)
SATURDAY
Men’s Divisions
MEN’S PREJUDGING
General Admission
for Men’s Prejudging
$65
VIP
for Men’s Prejudging
$105
(200 seats max for VIP)
MEN’S FINALS
General Admission
for Men’s FINALS
$105
VIP
for Men’s FINALS
$155
(200 seats max for VIP)
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CHECK IN
ATHLETE CHECK IN
AT THE
IRVING CONVENTION CENTER
MANDATORY WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN FOR ALL DIVISIONS:
Thursday, December 7
2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
IRVING CONVENTION CENTER
NO WEIGH-IN / CHECK-IN IS PERMITTED ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY, DEC 8 & 9!
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VENUE
NEW VENUE FOR THE 2023 NPC NATIONALS!
IRVING CONVENTION CENTER
SOCIAL
Photos
Battle Up Media Is the Official Photographer for the
2023 NPC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
CLICK HERE for all of the info
Posing Vids
To get a custom video of YOUR posing, please contact GILCO PRODUCTIONS! See info below
mitchgilbert64@gmail.com or DM on IG @gilcoproductions
SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE of EVENTS
Thursday, December 7
MANDATORY CHECKIN
See checkin tab on this page for info
Friday, December 8
WOMEN’S DIVISIONS
8:00 am
WOMEN PREJUDGING
WOMENS BODYBUILDING
WOMENS PHYSIQUE
WELLNESS
FIGURE
BIKINI
Friday, December 8
5:30 pm
WOMEN FINALS
WOMENS BODYBUILDING
WOMENS PHYSIQUE
WELLNESS
FIGURE
BIKINI
Saturday, December 9
MEN’S DIVISIONS
8:00am
MEN PREJUDGING
MENS BODYBUILDING
CLASSIC
MENS PHYSIQUE
Saturday, December 9
5:30 pm
MEN FINALS
MENS PHYSIQUE
CLASSIC
MENS BODYBUILDING
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HOTEL
HOST HOTEL
The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas
400 West Las Colinas Boulevard
Irving, Texas 75039
Last Day to Book: Tuesday, November 28, 2023
OR CALL
(972) 505-2900
MENTION GROUP code:
NPC Nationals
OTHER HOST HOTEL
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES IRVING CONV CTR – LAS COLINAS
333 W. John Carpenter Freeway
Irving, TX 75039 United States
OR CALL
(972) 910-0302
MENTION GROUP code:
NPC Nationals
HOTEL QUESTIONS? Text or email Gary at 412-377-1438 or gary@garyudit.com
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TAN
TANNING
The tanning professionals at PRO TAN will spray-tan you using state-of-the-art airbrush spray.
PROFESSIONAL SPRAY TANNING BY PRO TAN
Pro Tan® online registration will remain open until 72 hours prior to the contest. It is recommended to purchase your tanning package in advance to receive specific appointment times and to avoid on-site service fees. Be sure to complete all fields at registration. Tanning appointments will be emailed 1 week prior to the contest.
For additional information, please e-mail info@protanusa.com .
HAIR/MAKEUP
MUSIC
MUSIC RULES
All Bodybuilding, Classic Physique and Women Physique contestants MUST supply their own music.
You may UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC using the link in your entry confirmation that you receive in email after entering, and please also BRING YOUR MUSIC to check-in on USB drive as a backup.
TO UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC
You may UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC using a link in the CONFIRMATION EMAIL you will receive after registering for the event. Check the email you received after you entered the contest and the music upload link will be in there. If you cannot find your confirmation of entry in your email box, check your spambox of your email. If you have questions, write webmaster@garyudit.com.
UPLOAD ONLY YOUR MUSIC SELECTION, NOT ENTIRE SONGS or ALBUMS
ALSO, PLEASE BRING MUSIC TO EVENT ON USB DRIVE
Please also bring your music on a CD or thumb drive to check-in as a backup (your song only)…so we have it in case of any problem during the upload.
Vulgar music is NOT be permitted and will be grounds for disqualification.
Posing music must be the only music provided and MUST be no longer than 70 seconds
PRO CARDS
IFBB PRO LEAGUE PRO QUALIFYING EVENT
This event is an IFBB PRO LEAGUE PRO QUALIFIER
The following placings will be awarded IFBB PRO LEAGUE® Pro Cards:
Figure Open
Top 2 in each Height Class
Wellness Open
Top 2 in each Height Class
Bikini Open
Top 2 in each Height Class
Men Physique Open
Top 2 in each Height Class
Men Classic Physique Open
Top 2 in each Height Class
Women Physique Open
Top 2 in each Height Class
Women BB Open
Winner of each Weight Class
Men BB Open
Top 2 in each Weight Class
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ROUNDS
ROUNDS OF COMPETITION
Review info and links to official rules below. If you have questions, contact Gary Udit by text at 412-377-1438 or email gary@garyudit.com
FIGURE DIVISION
For official rules and sample photos for this division, click here for NPC website
3 Rounds of competition. Wearing a 2-piece suit with heels.
Group Round
Competitors will be brought out in groups of 6 – 8 competitors and directed to do quarter turns as a group.
Presentation Round
Each competitor performs a Front Stance and can also do 3 model stances.
Comparison Round
Competitors will be directed to do quarter turns in a group.
BIKINI DIVISION
For official rules and sample photos for this division, click here for NPC website
3 Rounds of competition. Wearing a 2-piece suit with heels.
Group Round
Competitors will be brought out in groups of 6 – 8 competitors and directed to do Front and Rear stances as a group
Comparison Round
Competitors will be directed to do Front and Rear stances as a group.
MEN PHYSIQUE DIVISION
For official rules and sample photos for this division, click here for NPC website
3 Rounds of competition. Wearing board shorts.
Group Round
Competitors will be brought out in groups of 6 – 8 competitors and directed to do front and back stances as a group.
Presentation Round
Each competitor performs a Front Stance, Rear Stance and Front Stance
Comparison Round
Competitors will be directed to do Front and Rear stances as a group.
WOMEN PHYSIQUE DIVISION
For official rules and sample photos for this division, click here for NPC website
3 Rounds of competition
Group Round
Competitors will be brought out in a group directed to do quarter turns and mandatory poses.
Comparison Round
Contestants will be brought out in a group and directed to 5 Mandatory Poses.
Mandatory Poses
Front Double Bicep, Side Chest, Rear Double Bicep, Side Tricep, Abdominal and Thighs
Finals
Top 5 competitors will perform a 70-second posing routine to their own music at the Finals.
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE DIVISION
For official rules and sample photos for this division, click here for NPC website
3 Rounds of competition. Wearing spandex shorts.
Group Round
Competitors will be brought out in a group directed to do quarter turns and mandatory poses.
Presentation Round
Each Competitor performs a 30 – 45 second presentation
Comparison Round
Contestants will be brought out in a group and directed to 5 Mandatory Poses.
Mandatory Poses
Front Double Bicep, Rear Double Bicep, Side Chest, Abdominal and Thighs, Favorite Classic Pose (No Most Muscular)
Finals
Top 5 competitors will perform a 70-second posing routine to their own music at the Finals.
BODYBUILDING DIVISIONS
For official rules for this division, click here for NPC website
3 Rounds of competition.
Group Round
Competitors will be brought out in a group directed to do quarter turns and mandatory poses.
Presentation Round
Each Competitor performs a 30 – 45 second presentation.
Comparison Round
Contestants will be brought out in a group and directed to Mandatory Poses.
MEN Mandatory Poses
Front Double Bicep, Front Lat Spread, Side Chest, Rear Double Bicep, Rear Lat Spread, Side Triceps, Abdominals / Thighs, Favorite Most Muscular.
WOMEN Mandatory Poses
Front Double Bicep, Front Lat Spread, Side Chest, Rear Double Bicep, Rear Lat Spread, Side Triceps, Abdominals / Thighs.
Finals
Top 5 competitors will perform a 70-second posing routine to their own music at the Finals. NO Gymnastic Moves Are Permitted.
WOMEN WELLNESS DIVISION
For the most up to date rules and info on this division, visit the NPC website at this link
3 Rounds of competition. Wearing 2 piece suit with heels.
Group Round
Competitors will be brought out in groups of 6 – 8 competitors and directed to do quarter turns as a group.
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DIVISIONS
COMPETITION DIVISIONS
MEN PHYSIQUE
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 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 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 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 OPEN
8 height classes shown below
Class A:
Up to 5’1”
Class B:
Over 5’1″ up thru 5’2”
Class C:
Over 5’2″ up thru 5’3”
Class D:
Over 5’3″ up thru 5’4″
Class E:
Over 5’4″ up thru 5’5″
Class F:
Over 5’5″ up thru 5’6”
Class G:
Over 5’6″ up thru 5’7”
Class H:
Over 5’7″
WOMEN PHYSIQUE
WOMEN PHYSIQUE
4 height classes shown below
Class A:
Up to 5’2”
Class B:
Over 5’2 ” up to and Up to 5’4”
Class C:
Over 5’4 ” up to and Up to 5’6”
Class D:
Over 5’6″
WOMEN WELLNESS
WELLNESS OPEN
4 classes shown below
Class A:
Up to 5’2”
Class B:
Over 5’2 ” up to and Up to 5’4”
Class C:
Over 5’4 ” up to and Up to 5’6”
Class D:
Over 5’6″
MEN CLASSIC PHYSIQUE
OPEN
4 classes
Click the links below to see which class is a fit for you.
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.
HEIGHT AND WEIGHT RANGES
in classic physique:
FOR HEIGHT AND WEIGHT PARAMETERS, SEE MAIN NPC RULES PAGE AT THIS LINK
They are also shown on this Muscleware link
These latest changes will benefit all Classic Physique athletes! No weight ranges have been reduced!
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.
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ELIGIBILITY
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Review all qualification requirements at the link below.
If you have questions, contact gary@garyudit.com or text 412-377-1438
NPC MEMBERSHIP
All U.S. contestants must be a member of the NPC National Physique Committee.
To register for your NPC card, NPC Card Tab elsewhere on this page, or contact the NPC at address below.
YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR NPC CARD BEFORE ENTERING THE EVENT.
NPC PO Box 3711 Pittsburgh, PA 15230
412-276-5027
or TO JOIN THE NPC ONLINE, go to npcregistration.com
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NPC CARD
NPC CARD
ALL COMPETITORS MUST HAVE AN NPC CARD AT ATHLETE CHECK-IN
NPC registration is now available online at the NPC website.
You MUST get it before entering the event.
Get info about NPC REGISTRATION at this link.
CLICK HERE to register for your NPC CARD now.
The online NPC printable green membership card is distinctively different to denote online registration from the mail in version that remains available. Athletes can present the new 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.
POSING
POSING
The Top 5 competitors in each Class of Bodybuilding, Women Physique and Men Classic Physique will perform their routines at the Finals.
FINALS routines will be limited to 70 seconds. Competitor posing music must be the only music on a CD and can only be a maximum of 70 seconds. ALL posing music will begin when the competitor’s name is announced.
AWARDS
AWARDS
The top five competitors in each weight/height class will be presented with awards plus an overall award where there are multiple classes.
Top “5” in each class qualify for national level events thru the entire next calendar year.
For a list of PRO CARDS to be given at the event, click the PRO CARDS tab elsewhere on this page.
TRAINERS
TRAINER PASSES
THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS APPLY:
Trainer Passes can be purchased at the Thursday Check-ins and at the door of the Competition
Trainer Pass Fee: $300 CASH ONLY. Trainers must also have a ticket.
The Trainer Pass is good for both days of the Competition. The Trainer pass provides access to the pump Up area ONLY – Not the Backstage Area.
The Trainer MUST have valid NPC card with proper ID for Insurance Purposes.
NO BACKSTAGE / PUMP-UP ROOM FILMING WITH PROFESSIONAL CAMERAS OR VIDEO PERMITTED, AS ACCESS IS FOR NPC NEWS ONLINE ONLY
NO CAMERAS OR VIDEO EQUIPMENT WITH A DETACHABLE LENS
NO SMART PHONE VIDEO FILMING
THIS INCLUDES TRAINERS
Violators of these rules and their competitor(s) will be disqualified from the event.
QUESTIONS
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
Please contact
info@npcnationalchampionship.com
or text gary udit at
412-377-1438
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