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COMPETITOR INFORMATION
Key Dates & Times
Friday, July 18
Check-In & Weigh-In: 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Primerano Fitness
7611 Buffalo Avenue,
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
All competitors must check in during this time. NPC cards can be purchased at check-in for $150.
Saturday, July 19
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Mandatory Competitor Meeting: 9:15 AM at Buffalo Riverworks
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Prejudging Begins: 10:00 AM
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Finals Begin: 4:00 PM
AVAILABLE DIVISIONS
We proudly offer the following NPC-sanctioned divisions, including Novice, Masters, and Open classes:
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Men’s Bodybuilding
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Classic Physique
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Men’s Physique
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Women’s Physique
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Figure
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Bikini
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Wellness
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Fit Model
Each class awards Top 5 placements, with an Overall Winner selected where applicable.
Men's Bodybuilding • Bantamweight: Up to and including 143¼ lbs • Lightweight: Up to and including 154¼ lbs • Welterweight: Up to and including 165¼ lbs • Middleweight: Up to and including 176¼ lbs • Light-Heavyweight: Up to and including 198¼ lbs • Heavyweight: Up to and including 225¼ lbs • Super-Heavyweight: Over 225¼ lbs • Novice: 1 class • Masters 40–49: 1 class • Masters 50–59: 1 class • Masters 60+: 1 class
Classic Physique Open Class Height & Weight Limits: • Up to 5’4” – 170 lbs • Over 5’4” up to 5’5” – 175 lbs • Over 5’5” up to 5’6” – 180 lbs • Over 5’6” up to 5’7” – 185 lbs • Over 5’7” up to 5’8” – 190 lbs • Over 5’8” up to 5’9” – 195 lbs • Over 5’9” up to 5’10” – 200 lbs • Over 5’10” up to 5’11” – 205 lbs • Over 5’11” up to 6’0” – 210 lbs • Over 6’0” up to 6’1” – 215 lbs • Over 6’1” up to 6’2” – 220 lbs • Over 6’2” up to 6’3” – 225 lbs • Over 6’3” up to 6’4” – 230 lbs • Over 6’4” up to 6’5” – 235 lbs • Over 6’5” up to 6’6” – 240 lbs • Over 6’6” up to 6’7” – 245 lbs • Over 6’7” up to 6’8” – 250 lbs Additional Classes: • Novice: 1 class • Masters 35–39: 1 class • Masters 40–49: 1 class • Masters 50+: 1 class
Men's Physique • Class A: Up to and including 5’7” • Class B: Over 5’7” up to and including 5’8” • Class C: Over 5’8” up to and including 5’9” • Class D: Over 5’9” • Novice: 1 class • Masters 35–39: 1 class • Masters 40–49: 1 class • Masters 50+: 1 class • Collegiate: 1 class (must be 25 & under and enrolled in 2025)
Bikini • Class A: Up to and including 5’2” • Class B: Over 5’2” up to and including 5’4” • Class C: Over 5’4” up to and including 5’6” • Class D: Over 5’6” • Novice: 3 classes • Masters 35–39: 1 class • Masters 40–49: 1 class • Masters 50+: 1 class • Collegiate: 1 class (must be 25 & under and enrolled in 2025)
Figure • Class A: Up to and including 5’2” • Class B: Over 5’2” up to and including 5’4” • Class C: Over 5’4” up to and including 5’6” • Class D: Over 5’6” • Novice: 1 class • Masters 35–39: 1 class • Masters 40–49: 1 class • Masters 50+: 1 class
Wellness • Class A: Up to and including 5’2” • Class B: Over 5’2” up to and including 5’4” • Class C: Over 5’4” • Novice: 2 classes • Masters 35+: 1 class
Explore the full lineup of divisions and classes available at this year's Western New York Championships.
Whether you’re stepping on stage for the first time, returning as an experienced competitor, or representing in a masters or collegiate class, there’s a spot for you in this premier NPC-sanctioned event. Review the class breakdowns on the left to find your fit — and be sure to check the official NPC rules for the latest eligibility and posing guidelines.
Women's Physique • Class A: Up to 5’4” • Class B: Over 5’4” • Masters 35+: 1 class
Fit Model • Up to 5’4”: 1 class • Over 5’4”: 1 class • Novice: 1 class • Masters 35+: 1 class
REMINDERS
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Bring your NPC card and a valid ID to check-in
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Come stage-ready for height/weight verification
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Be on time for the mandatory Saturday morning athlete meeting
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Registration is in-person only — no late entries accepted
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Most importantly: enjoy the show!
This event is a National Qualifier.
Top 2 athletes in each open class will qualify for any national-level NPC event for one year.
All Wellness competitors automatically qualify.