rest of the yr NGA AM shows

[MsGuns]

05-24-2008
NGA Natural Mountain States Regional and High School Bodybuilding Championships

Bountiful, UT
TIERS 1 and 3
Blair Dean, Chairman
PO Box 195
Willard, UT 84340
(435) 723-7277
drugfreebodybldg@hotmail.com
www.NGAUtah.net

05-24-2008
NGA Magic City Bodybuilding & Figure Championships

Pelhan, AL
TIERS 1, 2 and 4
Jason Thornton, Promoter
210 Cahaba Valley Rd
Pelhan, AL 35124
(205) 585-3645
jason@teamjayt.com

06-07-2008
NGA Carolina Night of the Champions

Greensboro, NC
TIERS 1, 2 and 3
Marty Lotito, Chairman
Dr. John Dabbs, Promoter
829 Oak Ridge Dr
Eden, NC 27288
(336) 932-9745
edenchiropractic@hotmail.com
www.oxbodypromotions.com

06-14-2008
NGA Longview Classic

Longview, TX
TIERS 1 and 3
Jimmy Coby, Promoter
2500 N Eastman Rd Apt 1121
Longview, TX 75605
(903) 757-4828
or (903) 736-0518
jimmycobyclassic@gmail.com

06-21-2008
NGA Natural Mr./Ms. California Bodybuilding, Figure and Fitness Championships

Folsom, CA
TIERS 1 and 3
Johnny Carrero, Promoter
2600 Chestnut Hill Dr
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 201-2922
fitnessinmind@avantac.com
www.fitnessinmind.com

06-28-2008
NGA Music City Night of the Champions

Nashville, TN
TIERS 1, 2 and 3
Marty Lotito, Chairman
Body by Total Fitness, LLC
1005 Park Run Lane
Franklin, TN 37067
(336) 908-2817
martylotito@hotmail.com
www.ngatn.com
www.oxbodypromotions.com

06-29-2008
NGA 28th Annual NGA Annapolis Bodybuilding & Fitness Figure Championships

Annapolis, MD
TIERS 1 and 2
David Spindel, Chairman
13043 Tadmore Court
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(800) 338-5893 or
(703) 690-7815
spindel@essentialfitness.com
www.essentialfitness.com



07-26-2008
NGA 16th Annual Natural Potomac Cup

Woodbridge, VA
TIERS 1 and 3
David Spindel, Chairman
13043 Tadmore Court
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(800) 338-5893 or
(703) 690-7815
spindel@essentialfitness.com
www.essentialfitness.com

08-16-2008
NGA Great Lakes Natural Championships

Detroit, MI
TIERS 1 and 3
Kennedy Britton, Promoter
Optimum Fitness & Physique
1301 W Lafayette Blvd #114
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 965-4965 or
(248) 867-0871
kdbrit@hotmail.com
www.myspace.com/14fitness

Sept. 2008
Date to be Announced
NGA East Coast Natural Bodybuilding and Fitness Championships

State College, PA
TIERS 1 and 3
Earl Snyder, Chairman
600 Ray St
Philipsburg, PA 16866
(814) 342-7603
earlpearlsnyder@msn.com
www.earlsnyder.com

09-06-2008
NGA 10th Annual NOPI Nationals World Bodybuilding and Figure Championships

Atlanta, GA
TIERS 1 and 3
Carlos Jordan, Chairman
1830 Piedmont Rd Suite F
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 872-3887
or (678) 517-6664
info@wbfcatl.com
www.wbfcatl.com

09-27-2008
NGA Northern States Regional Bodybuilding Championships

Layton, UT
TIERS 1 and 3
James & Bianca Purtell, Promoters
3790 W 2550 S
W Haven, UT 84401
(801) 731-9333
Ptutah95@aol.com

10-18-2008
NGA 13th Annual Olympus Pro/Am Bodybuilding and Figure Championships

Buffalo, NY
TIERS 1 and 3
Jerry Marsala, Reg. Chairman
CAN/AM - Olympus
PO Box 1305
Grand Island, NY 14072
(716) 553-4905
jerry@naturalmuscle.com
www.naturalmuscle.com

10-25-2008
NGA 14th Annual Granite State Open Bodybuilding Championships and Figure Competition

Dover, NH
TIERS 2 and 3
Laura J. Tourtellot, Chairwoman
12C Sleepy Hollow
Newmarket, NH 03857
(603) 659-2288
Gsobodybuild@comcast.net
www.granitestateopen.com

11-01-2008
NGA Natural USA (Super Pro Qualifier & Masters Pro Qualifier)

Stafford, TX
TIERS 2 and 3
Dion “Showtime” Benjamin, Chairman
Althea Bailey, Promoter
366 St. Claire Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(214) 563-9583
showtimefitness@aol.com
www.NGASouthernStates.com

11-08-2008
THE NGA INTERNATIONALS
NGA American International Championships

Parkland, FL
TIER 4
Andrew Bostinto, President
PO Box 970579
Coconut Creek, FL 33097-0579
(954) 344-8410
nga@nationalgym.com
www.nationalgym.com

11-08-2008
NGA Florida Natural Championships

Parkland, FL
TIERS 1 and 2
Andrew Bostinto, President
PO Box 970579
Coconut Creek, FL 33097-0579
(954) 344-8410
nga@nationalgym.com
www.nationalgym.com

11-22-2008
NGA 33rd Annual Mount Rogers Championships

City TBA, VA
TIERS 2 and 3
David Spindel, Chairman
13043 Tadmore Court
Woodbridge, VA 22193
(800) 338-5893
or (703) 690-7815
spindel@essentialfitness.com
www.essentialfitness.com

[1kdbrit]

Thanks for the post Drexel.

[SBT]

Thanks :)

I'm thinking about giving that Great Lakes one a shot!!! I have two clients interested as well, as they aren't too keen on the NPC plus its only their first year to compete!

[MsGuns]

Thanks for the post Drexel.

Your welcome...I want others to know that the NPC is NOT the other org...

Thanks :)

I'm thinking about giving that Great Lakes one a shot!!! I have two clients interested as well, as they aren't too keen on the NPC plus its only their first year to compete!

You and your clients should give them a try...

[DaveFollansbee]

Granite State Open Bodybuilding Championships and Figure Competition

Dover, NH
TIERS 2 and 3
Laura J. Tourtellot, Chairwoman



wonderful lady. she sends us all of her clients for their suit, tanning, & shoes needs, and sometimes some of her clients do our shows :)

[1kdbrit]

Thanks :)

I'm thinking about giving that Great Lakes one a shot!!! I have two clients interested as well, as they aren't too keen on the NPC plus its only their first year to compete!

We will welcome you , and your clients with open arms. I take pride in being a competitors promoter.

[MsGuns]

Your welcome...I want others to know that the NPC is NOT the other org...



You and your clients should give them a try...
WOW I thought I proofread this b4 I sent this...
I meant to say "I want others to know that the NPC is NOT the ONLY org...

[SBT]

Here are some guidelines for the BB side of it all....

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN NGA JUDGE
The duties and responsibilities of being a judge of a bodybuilding competition can not be taken lightly. Competitors work extremely hard to prepare for contests, harder than athletes in most other sports, and deserve to be judged as thoroughly and equitably as possible. While a judge brings all of his worldly experiences and emotions to the table with him, these must be kept in check to insure that his/her placements are the result of objective analysis as opposed to subjective opinions. The judging criteria must be rigidly followed while all attempts should be made to avoid the common tendencies which can compromise accurate judging. In addition, judges must be accountable for their decisions and accessible to the athletes. Judges must also maintain a level of accuracy deemed appropriate by the NGA as well as conduct characterized by professionalism and dedication. The goal of the NGA is to crown the finest bodybuilding athlete, without respect to size or reputation. Careful attention must be made to muscle quality, muscle separation and striations, symmetry (correct proportion), vascularity, absence of visible bodyfat, posing ability, and overall presentation and stage presence. While "ripped" competitors are desirable, "emaciated (anorexic-looking) competitors are not. Lean shape should be accompanied by quality muscularity. Furthermore, bodybuilders should also be judged on their ability to follow directions and act professionally (e.g.: hitting poses when commanded to do so, etc.).

Prejudging (day show)
Relaxed poses from front, left side, rear, and right side. Competitors should be semi-flexed, not aggressively posing. The feet should remain flat on the floor and the body and head facing stage left and stage right for the side shots. One minute of individual free posing (optional). Should be omitted in shows with a large quantity of competitors. Athletes will be called in groups of three to six to stage front for Mandatory Pose comparisons. The following mandatory poses shall be used by judging panels associated with the NGA. These poses should be presented such that the judge may make a clear determination of comparisons, with contestants not turning from side-to-side (unless instructed). Contestants must hit the pose and relax on the command of the Head Judge, or he/she will be penalized with lower placement for not following instructions.

The poses are:

*

Front Double Biceps
Contestant should stand on two feet and have upper arms out to the sides parallel to the floor, with elbows bent at approximately 90-degrees with forearms parallel to torso. Legs, lats, chest, abdominals, and arms should be flexed.
*

Side Chest Pose
Contestant should stand on foot farthest from the stage with front leg bent to show the calf and leg biceps. The front arm should be bent at approximately 90-degrees with the rear hand gripping at the wrist. The chest should be lifted and the abdominals pulled in tightly. The competitor may pick a side of choice to display to the judges unless told otherwise.
*

Side Triceps Pose
Contestant should stand in leg position similar to side chest pose, with the frontal arm hanging alongside the body, grasped at the waist by the rear hand from around the lower back. The triceps should be tightened, shoulders, chest and abdominals flexed, and the legs and calves tight. The side of choice may be displayed unless instructed otherwise.
*

Rear Double Biceps
This pose is exactly as the frontal version except that the contestant must bring the leg of choice toward the judges and "spike" the foot to show calf and leg biceps development. Contestants should not lean excessively toward the rear of the stage, nor lean backwards too far toward the judges.
*

Rear Lat Spread
Contestant should face stage rear with calf of choice "spiked" toward the judges, and grasp the waist with closed hands and spread elbows to flare latissimus. Hamstrings and glutes should be flexed, with emphasis on showing judges the width of the back (V-shape) as well as detail in the lats, teres major, rhomboids and trapezius, erectors and rear deltoids.
*

Overhead Abdominal Pose
The contestant must stand facing the judges with one leg extended slightly forward, and with hands clasped behind the neck. The abdominals must be fully flexed, with air expelled, with the legs and chest also tight. One-arm variations of the abdominal pose are PROHIBITED unless instructed by the Head Judge.
*

Most Muscular Pose
This pose will be required only for the men. The contestant must stand with one leg slightly extended toward the judges, and assume a favorite of the following most muscular poses. Either the "crab", hands-on-hips or partial crab (with one hand behind back) variations may be used. Side most muscular poses are not permitted unless instructed by the Head Judge.
*

Optional Poses
The judging panel may request additional poses depending on necessity. These may include Side Hamstring Curl, Stand-On-Calves Pose, Serratus Side Pose, etc.

Finals (Evening Show)

1.

Presentation of the line-ups (should be omitted for classes of five or less);
2.

Posing routine to music (ninety second limit) - may be judged in amateur competitions;
3.

Announcement of the top five per class;
4.

Posedown (class);
5.

Presentation of class awards;
6.

Symmetry and muscularity comparisons for class winners (judged);
7.

Posedown (overall); and
8.

Presentation of overall awards.

[3D Fit]

09-06-2008
NGA 10th Annual NOPI Nationals World Bodybuilding and Figure Championships

Atlanta, GA
TIERS 1 and 3
Carlos Jordan, Chairman
1830 Piedmont Rd Suite F
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 872-3887
or (678) 517-6664
info@wbfcatl.com
www.wbfcatl.com


This one is going to be a DOG FIGHT! It's going to be jammed packed with talented competitors! This is a Pro and Amateur event!! Guess posers, R&B Singer Monica is Emcee this event. Great venue, great staff....definitely check out last year's pics and video.:popcorn: