• Competitors compete in a two-piece suit. NO Thongs or Thong-like are permitted. Competitors can compete in an off the rack suit. All suits must be in good taste. Athletes concerned with the cut of their suit not being up to standard will submit pictures by contacting info@nanbf.net to ensure it is not an improper suit. If suit fronts or bottoms are too low or small and the judges deem them to not be up to standard, the competitors will be scored down.
• Competitors must wear high heels.
• Competitors may wear jewelry.
• Each competitor must have a active IPE membership.
• Bikini divisions are height based and split according to competitor numbers.
• Crossovers are not allowed in other Pro Devisions in the same show.
• The use of performance-enhancing substances is never permitted. All competitors must successfully pass a polygraph screen prior to competition.

Judging Criteria
Judging is based on competitors displaying a foundation of muscle which gives shape, fullness and good symmetry. 
Stage presence - poise, posture and confidence. 
Overall appearance - hair, make-up, skin tone, suit fit and tan. 
Bikini competitors should not display deep muscle separation, striations or graininess. 

Group Comparisons
Each Pro, individually, will be required to hit 3 poses (and no more) of their choice, center stage, prior to group comparisons.  
These poses should be specific to the category and designed to highlight the competitor's physique and presentation/posing ability for the judges.  
The head judge will then direct the competitor to line up in the back of the stage to be ready for group comparisons.  
Each class is then brought to front center stage and is guided through quarter turns as a group by the head judge, to display their physique from front, side and back.

Front Competitors face the judges.  Sit on a hip to one side with opposite leg extended.  One hand on a hip.

Side  Competitors face the side. Hips and feet face side of the stage.  Turn your head to look at audience/judges Hand placed on hip.

Back  Feet no more then shoulder width apart. Arms straight down to the side of your quads, hands can be placed on the front of your quads or placed to the side.  Back is open but not overly flared.  Hair should be pulled to the side, if needed, to avoid obstructing back view.  Feet more than shoulder width apart or leaning forward excessively is NOT permitted.

Overall Comparisons
If the division has more than one class, the winners of each class will compete for an overall title. Overall comparisons are conducted in the same manner as judging.

Individual Presentation 
Competitors walk out to music. Judges will evaluate poise, stage presence and how well poses are presented.The individual presentation is not factored into scoring but does count toward consideration for Best Presentation award when offered.

Sportsmanship
Remember, you are not alone on stage. Good sportsmanship is important. It makes competitions more enjoyable for everyone. While winning might feel like the most important thing during competitions, good sportsmanship teaches competitors how to be gracious and respectful towards others. If you're disappointed with a placement, show good sportsmanship. Consider asking the judges for feedback after the show. Everyone worked hard. Don't allow poor sportsmanship to ruin the event for others. Sportsmanship also applies to an audience, including viewers and coaches. Competitors or coaches who exhibit what IPE/NANBF deems as poor sportsmanship at the event or on social media are subject to disqualification and may be banned from future IPE/NANBF events.

Coach Code of Conduct

• Coaches are to refrain from using threatening or foul language while at IPE/NANBF events.
• Coaches are not permitted to sit in the row of seats located directly behind the judging table.
• Coaches cannot approach the judging table at any point before or during prejudging.
• Coaches are responsible for reading and understanding IPE/NANBF Guidelines & Criteria before registering a client in an IPE/NANBF show.
• Coaches are not to poach or solicit the clients of other coaches while attending IPE/NANBF events. 
• Marketing of other organizations' events is strictly prohibited. 
• Coaches who are caught doing any of the above will be escorted out of the venue without a refund. Coaches are to model professionalism and sportsmanship.