CHECK-IN Bikini Division competitors will be checked in and measured the same as Fitness and Figure competitors. MAY 28th, 2010 Microtel Inn & Suites 6:30-8:30pm Height Classes * ONE CLASS Competitor Rules • No Crossovers from FIGURE to BIKINI or BIKINI to FIGURE . • Competitors will compete in a two-piece suit. The bottom of the suit must be v-shaped and cover 50% of the gluteus. No thongs are permitted. Competitors are encouraged to compete in an off the rack suit. All swimsuits must be in good taste. • Competitors must wear high heels. • Competitors may wear jewelry. Competition Judging: Presentation • Competitors will walk onstage alone and perform their Model Walk (personal preference) • The Model Walk consists of the following: • Walk to the center of the stage, stop and do a front stance then a full turn and do a rear stance then turn to the front again in front of the judges and then proceed to the side of the stage. Comparison Round • Competitors will be judged wearing a two-piece swimsuit and heels. • The competitors will be brought out in a group and directed to do a full front and rear stance. • Judges will have the opportunity to compare competitors against each other in half turns. (No side judging permitted, front and back only.) • Judges will be scoring competitors on the following items: • Balance and Shape • Overall physical appearance including complexion, skin tone, poise and overall presentation.
NEW RULE FOR 2010 BIKINI: THE TWO-PIECE SWIMSUIT
The bikini competitor will be judged wearing a two-piece suit preferably
"off the rack" type suit. Suit must be worn at the weigh-in for
determination of proper fit. The bottom suit should be in good taste covering
about 50% of the gluteal area. No thong type suits will be allowed. If the
athlete has any questions they should bring a second suit with a more modest
bottom. The final decision will rest with the head judge."