NABBA Rules and Definitions

Pro Division Reintroduced:

• Effective June 2024, NABBA has introduced three new Pro Card categories: Miss Bikini Pro, Mr Sport Physique Pro, and Mr Classic Bodybuilding.

Updated Categories and Criteria:

• Teenagers: Must be 18 or under on 1st January in the contest year.
• Junior Bodybuilding: Must be 22 or under on 1st January in the contest year.
• Junior Men's Physique: Must be 22 or under on 1st January in the contest year.
• Mr Classes: Now divided into three height classes:
  Mr Class 3 Up to and including (1.72 m) 
  Mr Class 2 Over (1.72M) up to and including (1.79M) 
  Mr Class 1 Over (1.79) 
• Men’s Physique: Renamed to Men’s Physique Open and Men’s Physique Over 45 (criteria unchanged).
• Classic Men's Physique: No weight cap now as competitors will be judges on classic look.

Competition Entry and Categories:

• Competitors may enter up to two categories but must declare them before the contest day.
• A maximum of two competitors per category is required to qualify for expense prizes, with final amounts decided by each organiser.

General Rules:

• All competitors must hold a valid NABBA membership.
• Judging consists of lineup poses, individual routines (60 seconds max), and comparisons.
• Unsportsmanlike behavior can lead to disqualification.

Additional Notes:

• Winners of NABBA Area Shows qualify for the Britain Finals.
• Expenses are awarded for class winners and overall champions.
• Top six competitors at the Britain Finals qualify for the NABBA Universe.

Future Developments:

• Social media platforms and the NABBA website are being updated. New team members will support these initiatives.