Men and Woman's Bodybuilding - Pre-Judging

Poses:

Competitors will be judged on posing as well as physical appearance, in both, individual and comparison rounds. Both rounds will consist of quarter turns and mandatory poses. Depending on the division a competitor enters into, there are several different posing categories. Below is a breakdown of each division with details regarding proper competition attire, presentation and mandatory posing.

Competition Attire:

• Men – bodybuilding posing suit, plain in color, standard “V” shape covering at least 2/3 of your buttocks

• Women – two piece bodybuilding suit, plain in color for prejudging. Bottoms must be “V” shaped and cover at least 2/3 of your buttocks. Woman's suits for finals may include a printed design or added sparkle, rhinestones, sequins, etc.

• All suits will be checked at weigh-in. Weight Classes: Men's Bodybuilding Novice-

Light- less 165

Middle – 165.25 up to 184

Heavy – over 184

Men's Bodybuilding Open -

Bantam – less than 150

Light Weight – 150.25 up to 165 Middle Weight – 165.25 up to 180 Light-Heavy Weight – 180.25 up to 199 Heavy- 199.25 up to 224

Super Heavy – over 224

***Note Woman's Bodybuilding Open and Novice classes will be decided at each individual event Mandatory Poses:

• Front Lat Spread

• Front Double Bicep

• Side Chest

• Rear Lat Spread

• Rear Double Bicep

• Side Tricep

• Abdominal and Thigh • Most Muscular

Individual Round:

During pre-judging each competitor will be called out to center stage where they will stand feet flat, heels touching, and arms to their side and head facing front. The head judge will ask the competitor to perform their quarter turns first. The quarter turns consist of facing front, quarter turn facing right, facing backstage and quarter turn facing left. The head judge will then ask the competitor to complete a series of mandatory poses. Athletes will be judged on muscularity, conditioning and symmetry, a display of overall shape and muscle balance, vascularity, separation and striation. All poses must be performed properly and in a timely manner to avoid any penalties.

Comparison Round:

Once all competitors have completed their individual rounds, the head judge will call random competitor numbers of their choice to line up on center stage where quarter turn comparisons as well as mandatory posing comparisons will be performed. Upon completion of comparison round the head judge could call on competitors to return to stage in order to ensure proper judging and placement.

Evening Presentation Format:

Competitors will be called to stage one by one, where they will stop at center stage, strike a pose and proceed to line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expediter until each competitor has presented him/herself. The expediter will then instruct all competitors to leave the stage. Depending on the number of competitors in a class and the decision of the officials, either all competitors or the top 5 in the class will perform a 60 second routine to their chosen music. Please note rule for routines, only one routine will be performed if doing Crossover divisions.

Posing Music:

Posing music must be on a CD and must be the only music on that CD. Posing music may not contain any vulgar lyrics. Music will vulgar or racial lyrics and tone will be prohibited.

Note: The Moon Pose is prohibited at any GBO Sanctioned Event.

Props are allowed in the final evening routine however you must have them approved at the weigh in meetings by the Head Judge or the State Director.

Novice is a beginner level of competing for a competitor. This is not based on age.

This category is open to any who wish to compete for a pro card in this division.

This category is for competitors ages 40+.

Men and Woman's Bodybuilding - Pre-Judging

Poses:

Competitors will be judged on posing as well as physical appearance, in both, individual and comparison rounds. Both rounds will consist of quarter turns and mandatory poses. Depending on the division a competitor enters into, there are several different posing categories. Below is a breakdown of each division with details regarding proper competition attire, presentation and mandatory posing.

Competition Attire:

• Men – bodybuilding posing suit, plain in color, standard “V” shape covering at least 2/3 of your buttocks

• Women – two piece bodybuilding suit, plain in color for prejudging. Bottoms must be “V” shaped and cover at least 2/3 of your buttocks. Woman's suits for finals may include a printed design or added sparkle, rhinestones, sequins, etc.

• All suits will be checked at weigh-in. Weight Classes: Men's Bodybuilding Novice-

Light- less 165

Middle – 165.25 up to 184

Heavy – over 184

Men's Bodybuilding Open -

Bantam – less than 150

Light Weight – 150.25 up to 165 Middle Weight – 165.25 up to 180 Light-Heavy Weight – 180.25 up to 199 Heavy- 199.25 up to 224

Super Heavy – over 224

***Note Woman's Bodybuilding Open and Novice classes will be decided at each individual event Mandatory Poses:

• Front Lat Spread

• Front Double Bicep

• Side Chest

• Rear Lat Spread

• Rear Double Bicep

• Side Tricep

• Abdominal and Thigh • Most Muscular

Individual Round:

During pre-judging each competitor will be called out to center stage where they will stand feet flat, heels touching, and arms to their side and head facing front. The head judge will ask the competitor to perform their quarter turns first. The quarter turns consist of facing front, quarter turn facing right, facing backstage and quarter turn facing left. The head judge will then ask the competitor to complete a series of mandatory poses. Athletes will be judged on muscularity, conditioning and symmetry, a display of overall shape and muscle balance, vascularity, separation and striation. All poses must be performed properly and in a timely manner to avoid any penalties.

Comparison Round:

Once all competitors have completed their individual rounds, the head judge will call random competitor numbers of their choice to line up on center stage where quarter turn comparisons as well as mandatory posing comparisons will be performed. Upon completion of comparison round the head judge could call on competitors to return to stage in order to ensure proper judging and placement.

Evening Presentation Format:

Competitors will be called to stage one by one, where they will stop at center stage, strike a pose and proceed to line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expediter until each competitor has presented him/herself. The expediter will then instruct all competitors to leave the stage. Depending on the number of competitors in a class and the decision of the officials, either all competitors or the top 5 in the class will perform a 60 second routine to their chosen music. Please note rule for routines, only one routine will be performed if doing Crossover divisions.

Posing Music:

Posing music must be on a CD and must be the only music on that CD. Posing music may not contain any vulgar lyrics. Music will vulgar or racial lyrics and tone will be prohibited.

Note: The Moon Pose is prohibited at any GBO Sanctioned Event.

Props are allowed in the final evening routine however you must have them approved at the weigh in meetings by the Head Judge or the State Director.

The Novice division are for beginner competitors. If you chose, you can compete in this category as well as the Open in order to compete for a pro card.

This category is open to any who wish to compete for a pro card in this division. Pro cards are awarded to the Overall Champion*

Winner must pass drug test to become a Pro

This division is for men ages 40 and up.

Pre-Judging Poses:

Competitors will be judged on posing as well as physical appearance, in both, individual and comparison rounds. Both rounds will consist of quarter turns and mandatory poses. Depending on the division a competitor enters into, there are several different posing categories. Below is a breakdown of each division with details regarding proper competition attire, presentation and mandatory posing.

Competition Attire:

• Men – European trunks black for morning pre-judging and your choice of color for
• finals. (Example: Arnold style trunks)
• Women – two piece bodybuilding suit, plain in color for prejudging. Bottoms must be
• “V” shaped and cover at least 2/3 of your buttocks. Woman’s suits for finals may
• include a printed design or added sparkle, rhinestones, sequins, etc.
• All suits will be checked at weigh-in.
• Weight Verses Height Ratio Classes:
• Men's Classic Bodybuilding- Under
• 5'5” Weight limit = up to 150lbs
• 5'51/4” up to 5'6” = Weight up to 160lbs 5'61/4” up to 5'7” = Weight up to 174lbs 5'71/4' up to 5'9” = Weight up to 190lbs 5'91/4' up to 5’11” = Weight up to 214lbs 5’11 1/4” and over = up to 236lbs
• Woman's Classic Bodybuilding-
• Under 5'3” Weight limit = up to 137lbs 5'3” to 5'7” Weight limit = up to 147lbs over 5'7”
• Weight limit = up to 160lbs maximum
• Mandatory Poses:
• Front Lat Spread
• Front Double Bicep
• Side Chest
• Rear Lat Spread
• Rear Double Bicep
• Side Tricep
• Abdominal and Thigh
• 3 Classic Poses of your choice ***Note – This is for the Men's ONLY Classic BB
• Classic Men's BB Poses: Arnold Twisting Back Bicep Pose Sergio Olivia Victory Pose

Steve Reeves Archer Pose Arnold Kneeling Twist Bicep Larry Scott Side Double Bicep Vacuum Pose

Frank Zane 1/2 Victory Pose Frank Zane Tricep quad pose Robinson Lat Bicep Pose Sandow Universe Pose

Individual Round:

During pre-judging each competitor will be called out to center stage where they will stand feet flat, heals touching, arms to their side and head facing front. The head judge will ask the competitor to perform their quarter turns first. The quarter turns consist of facing front, quarter turn facing right, facing backstage and quarter turn facing left. The head judge will then ask the competitor to complete a series of mandatory poses. All judges will be looking for a proportional ratio balance for the mandatory height verses weight classes.

This includes muscularity, conditioning, symmetry and an overall appearance of a structured body. For women, judges will also judge on poise as well as shape.

Other areas they will be judging on are:

• Mandatory Poses (For Men, this includes at least three of the Classic BB Poses) • Individual posing round and comparison rounds

Comparison Round:

Once all competitors have completed their individual rounds, the head judge will call random competitor numbers of their choice to line up on center stage where quarter turn comparisons as well as mandatory posing comparisons will be performed. Upon completion of comparison round the head judge could call on competitors to return to stage in order to ensure proper judging and placement.

Evening Presentation Format:

Competitors will be called to stage one by one, where they will stop at center stage, strike a pose and proceed to line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expeditor until each competitor has presented him/herself. The expeditor will then instruct all competitors to leave stage. Depending on the number of competitors in a class and the decision of the officials, either all competitors or the top 5 in the class will perform a 60 second routine to their chosen music. Please not rule for routines, only one routine will be performed if doing Crossover divisions.

Posing Music:

Posing music must be on a CD and must be the only music on that CD. Posing music may not contain any vulgar lyrics. Music will vulgar or racial lyrics and tone will be prohibited. Note: If you are entered in multiple divisions, you will only pose once.

Note: The Moon Pose is prohibited at any GBO Sanctioned Event.

Props are allowed in the final evening routine however you must have them approved at the weigh in meetings by the Head Judge or the State Director. 

The Novice is for beginners. If you wish to compete for a Pro card, you may add the Masters or Open divsion to this entry

The open category is open to all ages and heights. The first place winners of their class will proceed to Overalls in the Finals to battle for the Pro card win.

Winner must pass drug test to win Pro Card

Pre-Judging Poses:

Competitors will be judged on posing as well as physical appearance, in both, individual and comparison rounds. Both rounds will consist of quarter turns and mandatory poses. Depending on the division a competitor enters into, there are several different posing categories. Below is a breakdown of each division with details regarding proper competition attire, presentation and mandatory posing.

Competition Attire:

• Men – European trunks black for morning pre-judging and your choice of color for
• finals. (Example: Arnold style trunks)
• Women – two piece bodybuilding suit, plain in color for prejudging. Bottoms must be
• “V” shaped and cover at least 2/3 of your buttocks. Woman’s suits for finals may
• include a printed design or added sparkle, rhinestones, sequins, etc.
• All suits will be checked at weigh-in.
• Weight Verses Height Ratio Classes:
• Men's Classic Bodybuilding- Under
• 5'5” Weight limit = up to 150lbs
• 5'51/4” up to 5'6” = Weight up to 160lbs 5'61/4” up to 5'7” = Weight up to 174lbs 5'71/4' up to 5'9” = Weight up to 190lbs 5'91/4' up to 5’11” = Weight up to 214lbs 5’11 1/4” and over = up to 236lbs
• Woman's Classic Bodybuilding-
• Under 5'3” Weight limit = up to 137lbs 5'3” to 5'7” Weight limit = up to 147lbs over 5'7”
• Weight limit = up to 160lbs maximum
• Mandatory Poses:
• Front Lat Spread
• Front Double Bicep
• Side Chest
• Rear Lat Spread
• Rear Double Bicep
• Side Tricep
• Abdominal and Thigh
• 3 Classic Poses of your choice ***Note – This is for the Men's ONLY Classic BB
• Classic Men's BB Poses: Arnold Twisting Back Bicep Pose Sergio Olivia Victory Pose

Steve Reeves Archer Pose Arnold Kneeling Twist Bicep Larry Scott Side Double Bicep Vacuum Pose

Frank Zane 1/2 Victory Pose Frank Zane Tricep quad pose Robinson Lat Bicep Pose Sandow Universe Pose

Individual Round:

During pre-judging each competitor will be called out to center stage where they will stand feet flat, heals touching, arms to their side and head facing front. The head judge will ask the competitor to perform their quarter turns first. The quarter turns consist of facing front, quarter turn facing right, facing backstage and quarter turn facing left. The head judge will then ask the competitor to complete a series of mandatory poses. All judges will be looking for a proportional ratio balance for the mandatory height verses weight classes.

This includes muscularity, conditioning, symmetry and an overall appearance of a structured body. For women, judges will also judge on poise as well as shape.

Other areas they will be judging on are:

• Mandatory Poses (For Men, this includes at least three of the Classic BB Poses) • Individual posing round and comparison rounds

Comparison Round:

Once all competitors have completed their individual rounds, the head judge will call random competitor numbers of their choice to line up on center stage where quarter turn comparisons as well as mandatory posing comparisons will be performed. Upon completion of comparison round the head judge could call on competitors to return to stage in order to ensure proper judging and placement.

Evening Presentation Format:

Competitors will be called to stage one by one, where they will stop at center stage, strike a pose and proceed to line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expeditor until each competitor has presented him/herself. The expeditor will then instruct all competitors to leave stage. Depending on the number of competitors in a class and the decision of the officials, either all competitors or the top 5 in the class will perform a 60 second routine to their chosen music. Please not rule for routines, only one routine will be performed if doing Crossover divisions.

Posing Music:

Posing music must be on a CD and must be the only music on that CD. Posing music may not contain any vulgar lyrics. Music will vulgar or racial lyrics and tone will be prohibited. Note: If you are entered in multiple divisions, you will only pose once.

Note: The Moon Pose is prohibited at any GBO Sanctioned Event.

Props are allowed in the final evening routine however you must have them approved at the weigh in meetings by the Head Judge or the State Director. 

The Novice division is for beginners. If you wish to compete for a pro card, you may add either the Masters (must be at least 40 years old) or Open to this entry

This category is open to any competitor that wishes to compete for a pro card. First place winners of their class will compete again in the Overalls during the Finals for the chance to win their Pro Card.

Winner must pass the drug test to win Pro Card status

You are awarded a Pro card ONLY if you pass the drug test.

Figure (open, novice, masters) - Competition

Attire:

· Two-piece figure suit. Thongs will not be permitted

· Competition suits may be enhanced with rhinestones, sparkle, sequins etc

· High heeled shoes are required

·Jewelry may be worn within good taste provided that it does not interfere with the presentation of the competitor’s physique.

Height Classes: Under 5’2” 5’21/4” up to 5’5” 5’51/4” up to 5’7” Over 5’7”

Posing – Quarter Turns:

• Face Front

-Facing forward, head up and smiling

-Shoulders even, chest out, do not hunch over -Abdominal muscles should remain tight

-Arms to your sides being sure not to touch the sides -Lats flared

-Feet together, toes facing the judges

-Do not lock knees

• Quarter Turn Facing Right

-Head and hips should be facing side stage

-Position feet together or with one slightly in front of the other

-With arms at sides and hands hanging freely, twist torso slightly allowing upper body to face the judges

• Rear Pose

-Feet together

-Arms at your sides just as in front pose

-Shoulders should be lifted with lats flared wide

-Glutes should be flexed

-Competitors with long hair should brush their hair to one side to ensure their back is visible to the judges

• Quarter Turn Facing Left

-Head and hips should be facing side stage

-Position feet together or with one slightly in front of the other

-With arms at sides and hands hanging freely, twist torso slightly allowing upper body to face the judges

Individual Round:

Competitors will execute a model walk to center stage. Beginning facing the front, the competitor will perform quarter turns, face the judges as directed and proceed to line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expediter, while other competitors complete their presentations. Competitors will stand in a side-relaxed pose while lined up at stage right.

Competitors will be judged on symmetry, muscle development and tone, and overall stage presence and posing. Judges will be looking for a small degree of muscularity with no extreme striations visible. Hair, make-up, suit, jewelry and tan should all complement the competitors figure overall.

Comparison Round:

Once all competitors in a class have completed their individual round, the head judge will call random competitor numbers of their choice to line up center stage where quarter turn comparisons will be performed. Judges will compare competitors against others in the same class to help determine placement.

Presentation Format:

Each competitor will again be called to center stage where they are given 30 seconds to perform quarter turns one last time. Competitors will then line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expediter and walk a “box walk” formation giving all athletes their time on the stage. Once all have been presented the expediter will instruct the competitors to exit the stage. The top 5 competitors will be called back on stage for trophy presentations.

***Note Novice – An athlete that has never entered into a Global Bodybuilding Organization Event. Once a competitor wins his/her novice class, they are not allowed to do another novice class. If the competitor does not win, they may choose to compete again in Novice. If a competitor is caught reentering to Novice after winning his/her class they will be disqualified.

The Novice divisions are for first time competitors. If you wish to compete for a pro card, you may add either the Master's division ( must be at least 40 years old) or Open to this entry

This category is open to any competitor that wishes to compete for a pro card. It is separated into height categories. The 1st place winners of the categories will compete in the Finals and the winner of that part of the competition wins the pro card.

*Pro Cards are only awarded if you pass the drug test.

Pro cards are awarded to the Overall winner ONLY if they pass the drug test.

Men’s Beach Body (open, novice, masters, teen) - Competition Attire:

· Required to wear board shorts that are 6” to 11” inseams

· No visible logos will be permitted

· Board shorts must be worn to meeting the night before the show

Height Classes:

Open

Short – Under 5'6

Medium- 5'6” 1/4 up to 5'9” Med/Tall- 5'9” 1/4 up to 6' Tall – Over 6' (Open Only)

Novice

Short – Under 5’6”

Medium – 5’61/4” up to 5’9” Tall – Over 5’9”

Posing:

• Face Front

- Eyes facing forward

- Hips must be facing the judges

- Arms can remain at sides or you can place hand on one or both hips - Feet slightly

apart

• Rear Pose

-Head held high

-Arms can either be at the sides or with one hand on the hip or both hips -Feet slightly apart

Individual Round:

Competitors will execute a model walk to center stage where they will stop in a front pose. They will then transition with a full turn to the back pose, then turn to the front again. The competitor then proceeds to line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expediter, while other competitors complete their presentations.

Judges will be looking for body shape, symmetry, muscle shape/definition, conditioning, overall appearance and stage presence. Points will be deducted for too much muscle.

Comparison Round:

Once all competitors in a class have completed their individual round, the head judge will call random competitor numbers of their choice to line up center stage where front and back pose comparisons will be performed. Judges will compare competitors against others in the same class to help determine placement.

Evening Presentation Format:

Each competitor will again be called to center stage where they are given 15 seconds to perform front and back turns one last time. Competitors will then line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expediter and walk a “box walk” formation giving all athletes their time on the stage. Once all have been presented the expediter will instruct the competitors to exit the stage. The top 5 competitors will be called back on stage for trophy presentations.

***Note Novice – An athlete that has never entered into a Global Bodybuilding Organization Event. Once a competitor wins his/her novice class, they are not allowed to do another novice class. If the competitor does not win, they may choose to compete again in Novice. Pro Cards are not awarded to this division. If a competitor is caught reentering to Novice after winning his/her class they will be disqualified.

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The Novice division is for first time competitors. It is not based on age. If you wish to compete for a pro card you may add either the Master's (must be at least 40 years old) or Open divisions along with this division.

This category is open to any who wish to compete for a pro card in this division. The first place winners of their class will move on to the Overalls division of the Finals. The winner of the Overalls wins their pro card*.

*Pro cards awarded to the winner ONLY if they pass their drug test

This division is for competitors 40 years old and up. The Overall winner will be awarded their pro card ONLY if they pass their drug test

Woman’s Beach Body (open, novice, masters, teen) - Competition Attire:

• Two-piece contest regulated suit (2/3 coverage). Thongs will not be permitted
• Competition suits may be enhanced with rhinestones, sparkle, sequins etc
• High heeled shoes are required
• Jewelry may be worn within good taste provided that it does not interfere with the
• presentation of the competitor’s physique.
• Height Classes: Under 5’2” 5’21/4” up to 5’5” 5’51/4 up to 5’7” Over 5’7”
• Posing:
• Face Front
• Eyes facing forward
• Hips must be facing the judges
• Arms can remain at sides or you can place one hand on your hip, both hips or
• alternating hips
• Toes facing judges, feet slightly apart
• Rear Pose
• Head held high
• Arms can either be at the sides or with one hand on the hip
• Lats open
• Feet slightly apart
• Competitors with long hair should brush their hair to one side to ensure their back
• is visible to the judges
• Individual Round:
• Competitors will execute a model walk to center stage where they will stop in a front pose. They will then transition with a full turn to the back pose, then turn to the front again. The competitor then proceeds to line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expeditor, while other competitors complete their presentations. Judges will be looking for stage presence, a shapely toned/balanced body and good conditioning. Competitors will also be judged on overall appearance including a healthy look to the skin, makeup and poise.
• Comparison Round:
• Once all competitors in a class have completed their individual round, the head judge will call random competitor numbers of their choice to line up center stage where front and back pose comparisons will be performed. Judges will compare competitors against others in the same class to help determine placement.

Evening Presentation Format:

Each competitor will again be called to center stage where they are given 15 seconds to perform front and back turns one last time. Competitors will then line up on stage right/left based on the direction of the expediter and walk a “box walk” formation giving all athletes their time on the stage. Once all have been presented the expediter will instruct the competitors to exit the stage. The top 5 competitors will be called back on stage for trophy presentations.

***Note Novice – An athlete that has never entered into a Global Bodybuilding Organization Event. Once a competitor wins his/her novice class, they are not allowed to do another novice class. If the competitor does not win, they may choose to compete again in Novice. Pro Cards are not awarded to this division. If a competitor is caught reentering to Novice after winning his/her class they will be disqualified.

The novice division is for first time competitors. This is not based on age. if you wish to compete for a pro card you can add either Master's (must be at least 40 years old) or Open to this entry.

This division is open to any competitor that wish to compete for a chance to win their pro card. The first place winnners of their class, will compete in the Overall division at Finals. The winner of the Overalls will win their pro card ONLY if they can pass the drug test.

This is not a pro qualifying division, however it is still a scoring division. Man and woman pair performing a classic or standard bodybuilding 60 second posing routine to their own music. The music must NOT CONTAIN ANY PROFANITY OR VULGAR LANGUAGE as this will result in an automatic disqualification. You can turn in your music on a cd at check-in.

*we ask that you keep in mind that this is a family event for your performance

This is not a pro qualifying division, however it is still a scoring division. Man and woman pair performing a classic or standard bodybuilding 60 second posing routine to their own music. The music must NOT CONTAIN ANY PROFANITY OR VULGAR LANGUAGE as this will result in an automatic disqualification. You can turn in your music on a cd at check-in.

*we ask that you keep in mind that this is a family event for your performance

This is not a pro qualifying division.

GBO SWAG Contestant Guidelines

Contestant must be at least 16 years of age. Registration for those under 18 must be signed by parent/legal guardian

Contestants can compete in any event from any city or country scheduled by GBO events around the world

GBO Athlete card will be required

Signed application and release forms must be signed

Female Height: Up to 5’4” Short and 5’4” 1/4 and above Tall Male Height: Up to 5’8” Short and 5’8” 1/4 and above Tall

Categories

Casual Wear Personality/Formal Wear

C a s u a l W e a r ( F e m a l e s ): T h i s c a t e g o r y i s d e s i g n e d f o r j u d g e s t o s e e y o u r f i g u r e i n casual clothing. Fitted shirt that shows midriff, blue jeans and your shoe of choice. Please keep in mind that your outfit should reinforce the positive attributes of your figure. Style, fit and color are things to keep in mind. Shoe choice is also very important. Your shoe should compliment your outfit, not distract.

Clear Stilettos are NOT allowed. Heels should be at least 2 inches and no more than 6 inches. Remember you will be judged on your poise so choose shoes that you can walk in properly and with ease.

Personality/Formal Wear (Females): NO COSTUMES! Personality/Formal Wear is a category that allows the individuals style and “swag” to be exemplified. Outfits should be in good taste and the style/color should compliment the physique and silhouette.

Points will be deducted for lack of proper undergarments in formal wear.

Panty hose are NOT required but proper undergarments are. Keep in mind that undergarments, such as shape wear, help clothing fit better and help with stage presence.

When choosing an Personality/Formal Wear keep in mind what colors and style compliments your shape and skin tone. This will affect judging. Clothing that is not hemmed properly, showing excessive cleavage are not acceptable.

* Hair and makeup should be in good taste and not distracting. Know what colors look best with your skin tone and outfits. Points will be deducted for distracting makeup. Hairpieces are allowed but keep in good taste; points will be deducted for distracting hairpieces. False eyelashes are acceptable.

Casual Wear (Male): NO Shirt, blue jeans and shoes of choice. This category is designed to show off your physique. Please keep in mind that this category is to reinforce the positive attributes of your physique. Style, fit and color are things to keep in mind. Your shoe choice should compliment; not distract

Personality/Formal Wear (Male): Example: Jacket, button collard shirt and slacks. This category should reflect style and confidence. This is a runway fashion therefore good examples would be GQ style. Pick a suit that is well tailored and a style that compliments your physique and personal style. NO BLUE JEANS

Judging Criteria

The purpose of the GBO Swag is to present your personal Swag

*Facial Beauty/Symmetry: Hair, Make-up (females only); Skin Tone (no overly dark spray tans)

*Overall Marketability: Stage Presence; Confidence; Outfit choice

* Physique/Figure

Model Walk

Classic T-Walk; with quarter turns at front center stage only and quarter turns as a group.

Music

Music will be in house music; there is no need for you to bring your own music

Winners

Please keep in mind that you are a GBO Athlete and our organization prides itself on strong moral fiber, positive attitude and commitment to excellence. You are representing GBO so please keep that in mind in all your endeavors both professionally and personally. 

This is not a pro qualifying division.

GBO SWAG Contestant Guidelines

Contestant must be at least 16 years of age. Registration for those under 18 must be signed by parent/legal guardian

Contestants can compete in any event from any city or country scheduled by GBO events around the world

GBO Athlete card will be required

Signed application and release forms must be signed

Female Height: Up to 5’4” Short and 5’4” 1/4 and above Tall Male Height: Up to 5’8” Short and 5’8” 1/4 and above Tall

Categories

Casual Wear Personality/Formal Wear

C a s u a l W e a r ( F e m a l e s ): T h i s c a t e g o r y i s d e s i g n e d f o r j u d g e s t o s e e y o u r f i g u r e i n casual clothing. Fitted shirt that shows midriff, blue jeans and your shoe of choice. Please keep in mind that your outfit should reinforce the positive attributes of your figure. Style, fit and color are things to keep in mind. Shoe choice is also very important. Your shoe should compliment your outfit, not distract.

Clear Stilettos are NOT allowed. Heels should be at least 2 inches and no more than 6 inches. Remember you will be judged on your poise so choose shoes that you can walk in properly and with ease.

Personality/Formal Wear (Females):NO COSTUMES! Personality/Formal Wear is a category that allows the individuals style and “swag” to be exemplified. Outfits should be in good taste and the style/color should compliment the physique and silhouette.

Points will be deducted for lack of proper undergarments in formal wear.

Panty hose are NOT required but proper undergarments are. Keep in mind that undergarments, such as shape wear, help clothing fit better and help with stage presence.

When choosing an Personality/Formal Wear keep in mind what colors and style compliments your shape and skin tone. This will affect judging. Clothing that is not hemmed properly, showing excessive cleavage are not acceptable.

* Hair and makeup should be in good taste and not distracting. Know what colors look best with your skin tone and outfits. Points will be deducted for distracting makeup. Hairpieces are allowed but keep in good taste; points will be deducted for distracting hairpieces. False eyelashes are acceptable.

Casual Wear (Male): NO Shirt, blue jeans and shoes of choice. This category is designed to show off your physique. Please keep in mind that this category is to reinforce the positive attributes of your physique. Style, fit and color are things to keep in mind. Your shoe choice should compliment; not distract

Personality/Formal Wear (Male): Example: Jacket, button collard shirt and slacks. This category should reflect style and confidence. This is a runway fashion therefore good examples would be GQ style. Pick a suit that is well tailored and a style that compliments your physique and personal style. NO BLUE JEANS

Judging Criteria

The purpose of the GBO Swag is to present your personal Swag

*Facial Beauty/Symmetry:Hair, Make-up (females only); Skin Tone (no overly dark spray tans)

*Overall Marketability:?Stage Presence; Confidence; Outfit choice

* Physique/Figure

Model Walk

Classic T-Walk; with quarter turns at front center stage only and quarter turns as a group.

Music

Music will be in house music; there is no need for you to bring your own music

Winners

Please keep in mind that you are a GBO Athlete and our organization prides itself on strong moral fiber, positive attitude and commitment to excellence. You are representing GBO so please keep that in mind in all your endeavors both professionally and personally. 

GBO Naturals proudly offers for our athletes make-up and hair services by Simply Flawlless by Brandi. Brandi Holmes brings her experience in glamour and fashion to stars and celebrities to the Legacy Classic! Don't step on sstge with her!

To book your appointment with Brandi please contact her at 832-512-1507 or to see her work visit simplyflawlessbybrandi.com

Hair and Makeup $185

Makeup only $135

Hair only $65

ATHLETES MUST PAY HER DIRECTLY NOT THROUGH THIS WEBSITE