MEN'S CLASSIC PHYSIQUE
NPC MEN'S CLASSIC
PHYSIQUE RULES
NPC 2025 Stingrey Classic
MEN'S PHYSIQUE Information
Teen, True Novice, Novice, Open Master, & Open Divisions
Crossovers are available
Sanctioned by the NPC [National Physique Comittee]
Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
Location: Sheraton Waikiki Hawaii Ballroom
NPC MEMBERSHIP
Each competitor must be a member of the NPC.
Please read 'Rules & Regulations' page for important competitor information
MEN'S CLASSIC PHYSIQUE:
The National Physique Committee announces the creation of a new division called Men’s Classic Physique. Competition will take place in the following categories:
STINGREY CLASSIC MEN'S CLASSIC PHYSIQUE DIVISIONS:
NOVICE Classic Physique Division:
ONE CLASS ONLY
OPEN MASTER Classic Physique Division 35+ (National Qualifier):
CLASS A: Up to & including 5’9” + Up to & including 190 lbs.
CLASS B: Over 5’9” + over 190 lbs.
OPEN Classic Physique Division (National Qualifier):
CLASS A: Up to & including 5’7” + Up to & including 175 lbs.
CLASS B: Over 5’7”, up to & including 5’10” + Up to & including 182 lbs. to Up to & including 197 lbs.
CLASS C: Over 5’ 10” + Up to & including 205 lbs. to Up to & including 275 lbs.
NPC Classic Physique Athletes will be allowed to crossover and compete in additional divisions. This way you can choose where you currently fit the best.
CHECK-INS: HEIGHT & WEIGHT
Men Classic Physique Division competitors will be height and weight checked on April 17, 2025 @ the Sheraton Waikiki Waianae Ballroom from 5p to 7p (read the general info page for specific details). NPC Chairman Mark Valencia will be checking your posing trunks for approval so make sure to bring it during weigh-ins.
MANDATORY POSES
The Judging is scored 100% and will consist of comparisons of the quarter turns and the following “5” mandatory poses:
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Front Double Biceps
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Side Chest
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Back Double Biceps
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Abdominals and Thighs
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Favorite Classic Pose (No Most Muscular)
Go to ncpnewonline.com to view poses. Click on Rules and scroll down to Classic Physique Division.
COMPETITION WEAR
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. NPC CLASSIC PHYSIQUE COMPETITION WEAR!
Go to npcnewsonline.com to order physique posing trunks.
posing music
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PREJUDGING: There will be NO 60-second individual posing for prejudging (only comparisons)
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NIGHTSHOW: 60 second posing to competitor’s preferred music
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Posing music will be used at the Finals
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Posing music must not be longer than 60 SECONDS
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Posing music must be uploaded to your athletic page on Muscleware by April 4, 2025. A $50 late fee will be charged if music is turned in late.
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Posing music must not contain vulgar lyrics. Competitors using music containing vulgar lyrics will be disqualified.
NEED HELP WITH YOUR POSING MUSIC? OUR VERY OWN DJ OSNA (OSNIZZLE). HE CAN MIX YOUR 60 SECOND POSING MUSIC FOR $50. CALL HIM DIRECTLY AT 808.797.7070
judging finals
The Finals will consist of:
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Posing Routine (up to maximum of 60 seconds)
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Confirmation round (if necessary)
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Posedown (overall title only)
NATIONAL LEVEL CONTESTS
NPC Junior USA Championships
NPC Junior National Championships
NPC Masters Nationals Championships
NPC USA Championships
NPC Team Universe Championships
IFBB North American Championships
NPC National Championship
*** You will be allowed ONLY 1 person backstage (competitors can purchase 1 coaches’ pass for $100 during your online registration). Coaches’ pass includes backstage entry for both prejudging and the night show and free entry to watch prejudging. The night-show is NOT INCLUDED, so if you have a coaches’ pass, you will still need to purchase a seat for the night-show if you want entry. In addition, who ever you choose to be backstage with you will need to purchase an NPC card from npcnewsonline.com for liability purposes.
*** READ GENERAL INFORMATION page for important competitor information.
*** Must fill out online application (no manual applications allowed). If you are having problems with the online registration contact Rey @ 808.781.1133