Female Category Mandatory Poses

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How judging works: the Free Posing I-Walk and mandatory poses

Every female category starts with the Free Posing I-Walk: you walk a straight line across the stage, free posing to show off your physique, presentation and personality.

Then comes the comparison round. You perform the mandatory poses for your category, shown below, side by side with the other athletes in your line-up, so the judges can compare you directly.

Front pose: Bikini, Mums That Lift and Transformation

Bikini, Mums That Lift and Transformation front pose at Pure Elite

Front pose: Bikini Wellness, Bikini Fitness and Wellness

Bikini Wellness, Bikini Fitness and Wellness front pose at Pure Elite

Front pose: Fitness Model

Fitness Model front pose at Pure Elite

Side pose: all female categories

  • Bikini
  • Bikini Wellness
  • Bikini Fitness
  • Fitness Model
  • Mums That Lift
  • Transformation
  • Wellness

Side pose for Bikini, Bikini Wellness, Bikini Fitness, Fitness Model, Mums That Lift, Transformation and Wellness at Pure Elite

Back pose: Bikini, Bikini Wellness, Mums That Lift, Transformation and Wellness

Back pose for Bikini, Bikini Wellness, Mums That Lift, Transformation and Wellness at Pure Elite

Back pose: Bikini Fitness and Fitness Model

Back pose for Bikini Fitness and Fitness Model at Pure Elite

International Model

International Model is free posing. See the female category criteria for details.

International Model free posing at Pure Elite

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Ready to step on stage?

Now you know the poses, the next step is choosing your show. Bikini, Bikini Wellness, Bikini Fitness, Wellness, Fitness Model, Mums That Lift, Transformation and International Model are all open in our Amateur division, whether it's your first show or your fiftieth, and every athlete gets the same premium experience, from their first stage to the World Championships.

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Want to nail your poses before the day? Book a posing lesson with our team, or a posing assessment with Stewart, our Head Judge: you are judged exactly as you would be on stage, then given tips and advice on what to improve. Posing lessons | Posing assessment

Not sure which category is right for you? Compare categories or book a call with the team.

First show? Read our guide: What to expect at your first physique show