OCB Shamrock Classic *Pro Qualifier

Date

Saturday, March 20th 2027

Location

1 Blue Hawk Drive - Exeter, New Hampshire 03833

Time & Format

Doors Open: 9:00am

Show Start: 10:00am

Men's Show First Followed by approximately 45 minute Intermission Before Women's Show Starts. Each category will have the following breakdown in this order (except for Transformation): Debut, Teen, Novice, Master's, Open.

Breakdown of Divisions/Categories

Men's Show Prejudging

Bodybuilding

Classic Physique

Men's Physique

Transformation

Routines/Awards

Bodybuilding

Classic Physique

Men's Physique

Transformation

INTERMISSION (approximately 45 minutes)

Women's Show Prejuding

Women's Physique

Figure

Wellness

Bikini

Transformation

Routines/Awards

Women's Physique

Figure

Wellness

Bikini

Transformation

Tickets

Tickets will be available to purchase online from now until Sunday, March 14th 2027.

*Group Rates are available for parties 10 or more by contacting the promoter at shamrockcupclassic@gmail.com*

After March 14th 2027, tickets will be able to be purchased at the door.

**Ticket Prices will INCREASE day of show**

Ticket Break Down Goes as Follows for Early Ticket Purchasers:

Men's Show Only: $25/person

Women's Show Only: $25/person

Full Event Admission: $35/person

Children 12 & Under: $0

Entry Fees & Deadlines

Competitor entry fee is $90 before February 22nd 2027 and increases to $130. To avoid $40 late fee, register by February 21st 2027. Early entry fee for each additional class, known as a Crossover Entry, will be $50. Example: Debut (Early Entry Fee: $90) + Novice & Open (2 Additional Crossovers: $100) = $190 for total early registration. Late Crossover Entry increases to $70 on February 22nd 2027. Example: Debut (Late Entry Fee: $130) + Novice & Open (2 Additional Crossovers: $140) = $270 for total Late Entry registration.  Entry fee deadline is March 7th 2027. A crossover entry is entering more than one division within a category. For example, someone may enter the Novice division, if eligible, and also elect to crossover into the Open division and compete in it as well. Competitors may not participate in more than one category (Bikini, Figure, Wellness, Men’s Physique, Bodybuilding, Women’s and Classic Physique) at any given show. For example: Physique and Bodybuilding are not permitted. REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. 

Division Offerings

Categories & Division Offerings:

Bikini: Teen, Debut, Novice, Master's 35+ & 45+, Open

Figure: Teen, Debut, Novice, Master's 35+ & 45+, Open

Women’s Wellness: Teen, Debut, Novice, Master's 35+ & 45+, Open

Women’s Physique: Teen, Debut, Novice, Master's 35+ & 45+, Open

Men’s Physique: Teen, Debut, Novice, Master's 40+, Open

Men’s Classic Physique: Teen, Debut, Novice, Master's 40+, Open

Men’s Bodybuilding: Teen, Debut, Novice, Master's 40+ & 50+, Open

Transformation: Male & Female

**The OCB welcomes Teen competitors ages 16-19. The required minimum age for participation in an OCB contest is 16. Proof of age must be provided at the time of contest check-in. A parent or legal guardian must accompany the minor to check-in and be present backstage. A signed waiver is required of all minors as well as their parent(s)/guardian(s). The waiver will be presented during check-in and must be signed in person.** (Source: https://ocbonline.com/amateur/)

Debut & Novice Eligibility: Debut eligibility refers to first time ever competing in any sanctioned bodybuilding event in any organization. Novice eligibility refers to competitors who cannot have placed first in any class (besides Teen), within any division, within any category, with any organization (with the exception of cases where first place was won in a class that only had one competitor in it). Classes Breakdown: When more than one class in a division, classes are formed by dividing competitors evenly by height.

Transformation

Eligibility & Category Offerings

The divisions offered for Transformation are for Men and Women, 18 years or older. All athletes must use and InBody Measuring Device which is not associated with the OCB so fees may apply when using a device. Cost of use is solely the participants responsibility and not the OCB Shamrock Classic or the OCB itself. To find an InBody measuring device in your state, please use this link to help you by typing in your zip code: https://inbodyusa.com/support/nearest-testing-location/. Make sure to call ahead to schedule your appointment for measurements.

Entry Fees & Deadlines 

Transformation registration opens NOW and until 1/01/2027. Data collections start on 10//26/2027 and lasts until 3/12/2027. Transformers can collect their measurements information as early as 10/26/2026. All data and official measurements need to be submitted by Friday, March 12th 2027 to be eligible. Competitors who drop from this contest will not be refunded. Cost to participate is $125 per Transformer who will also need to purchase an OCB Amateur Membership to participate in the OCB Shamrock Classic which is an OCB Sanctioned event. Registrations are non-refundable.

Contest Breakdown & Awards  

Contest will have a bodybuilding feel to it. There will be a Male and Female Division. There will be two overall winners in each division: Most Body Fat Lost with the least amount of lean body mass lost for both Male and Female for a total of TWO Top Winners. There will be two parts of the transformation part. One will be Prejudging where groups, depending on numbers, will be divided by height. From there, they will do four quarter turns for their mandatory poses. The Mandatory Four Poses for Males: Front Double Biceps, Side Chest, Back Double Biceps, and Side Chest from other side. Those poses can be found here: https://ocbonline.com/mens-classic-physique/. The Mandatory Four Poses for Females: (Same as what is done in Wellness), front, side, back and side. Examples of this can be found here: https://ocbonline.com/womens-wellness/

The next portion of the division with be the Routine sections where they can perform I-walks where there is 90 seconds to free pose if they like to house music where the EMCEE will talk about the summary of their journey or the TRANSFORMER can discuss their journey during that three minute time. Transformers can wear something less revealing than what is seen at most bodybuilding shows. Males can wear athletic wear, shorts or men’s classic physique and a tank top. Women can wear athletic wear, shorts, swimsuit and heels if they want. Transformers are not allowed to just wear underwear alone on stage. The choice is up to you in what you are comfortable wearing. 

Top winners in each division will receive a Shamrock medal and a trophy with the from NIELS ANDERSON. ALSO, TOP WINNERS FROM BOTH DIVISIONS WILL GET FREE ENTRY AS A COMPETITOR TO COMPETE IN THE PHYSIQUE PORTION OF THE OCB SHAMROCK CUP CLASSIC THE FOLLOWING YEAR.  All participants will receive a goodie bag full of Shamrock Swag as well. 

Awards

The top five winners in each division will receive medals/trophies with the Overall Category winner receiving a NIELS ANDERSON TROPHY. Overall winners will also be awarded with other goodies and Shamrock swag as well.

Eligibility

All competitors are required to be current members of the OCB to participate in this event. If needing to obtain the annual membership, please register by a week before the event. Memberships can be purchased on OCBonline.com. This is a natural (drug-free) competition. All competitors must meet eligibility criteria listed in the OCB drug testing guidelines in order to participate. Prior to registering, competitors should review the procedures and list of banned substances posted on OCBonline.com.

Banned Substances Screening Methods

ALL COMPETITORS ARE REQUIRED TO BE DRUG SCREENED PRIOR TO COMPETING. IN ADDITION, ALL PRO QUALIFYING WINNERS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A URINE SPECIMEN IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT FOR URINALYSIS. DRUG SCREENINGS COST IS $70 THAT GOES DIRECTLY TO THE EXAMINER.

Competitor Prep Area

Athletes are allowed to bring bands and mirrors with them back stage to pumped up. Weights are not allowed as to respect the floor of the new venue. Tarp will be laid across the gym floor where athletes are allowed to set up. The gymnasium where the backstage area is adjacent to the hallway leading to the stage for great flow. DREAM TAN IS BANNED from being used for this event. If athletes are seen using Dream Tan, they will be asked to leave and will forfeit from competing without a refund. Athletes are encouraged to use the events spray tan services, but other means are welcomed, i.e.: Pro Tan. No other spray tan equipment is allowed to be used in the facility besides the Official Spray Tanners of the show: Golden Standard Spray Tan.

ALCOHOL IS ALSO STRICTLY PROHBITED FROM BEING ON SCHOOL GROUNDS AND WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. Athletes will be asked to leave and will forfeit from competing without a refund.

Backstage Policy

As mentioned above, only one assistant max per competitor is allowed backstage unless it is a coach of a team. The assistant MUST buy a Trainer/Coach Pass, which is good for general admission and back stage access. The cost of the Trainer/Coach Pass is $60. THESE PASSES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. They can be purchased through Venmo or PayPal only. Please use the Venmo handle @Andrew-DiDonato-113 or the PayPal handle using the Friends and Family method to: shamrockcupclassic@gmail.com. List of all trainers with what athletes will be recorded and bracelet given to said coach. NO BRACLET, NO BACKSTAGE ACCESS.

Host Hotel

Courtyard Portsmouth is the host hotel for the event. it is location 1000 Market Street in Portsmouth, NH 03801. Please book your room by Wednesday, February 17th 2027. The discounted rate for the night prior to the show, Friday, March 19th 2027, is $135. The host hotel is also where the Spray Tans/Drug Screen Testing will be held. To book your room, please click on the hyperlink below:

Book your group rate for OCB Shamrock Cup Classic 2027

Check-Ins/Drug Test Screenings

Check-Ins/Drug Screenings will be done the day prior to the event on Friday, March 19th 2027. Check In's are done first come/first serve and do not have to be scheduled around your Drug Test Screening or Spray Tanning appointment. You will receive your competitor number, goody bag, and t-shirt at Check-In. This will be done at the host hotel, Courtyard Marriot Portsmouth at 1000 Market Street in Portsmouth, NH 03801. A link and cost will be sent out by email to registered athletes prior to the show for Drug Test Screening sign ups. It is encouraged to sign up for the Drug Screening before your Spray Tan if applicable.

Spray Tanning Services

Spray tans services will be done by Golden Standard Spray Tans. You can visit http://www.goldenstandardspraytans.com or contact Ryann Healy at GoldenStandardSpraytans@gmail.com or by phone at (617) 982-3946 for rates, details and to schedule an appointment. 

Hair and Make-Up Services

*Hair and Make-Up Services will be done by Shaunna Legatos and her team. You can reach Shaunna at 1-603-508-8151. Spots are limited so schedule soon!

Stage Photography

Pedro Blanco Photography is the official Photographer of the OCB Shamrock Classic!! Here are some words from Pedro:

"I am happy to be part of this show and look forward to meeting all of you. Together, we will provide you with a lot of images from different perspectives. All of this will be included for one flat rate of $100 when you pre-register. Please contact me directly at:

pedroblancophotography@gmail.com. Late registration (after event) is $125."

**Please be advised that no other professional photography is permitted in the venue. However, friends and family can take video/photos with their mobile devices.**

Music

House music will be provided for Bikini, Figure, and Men's Physique Categories. Men's Bodybuilding, Women's Physique, Classic Physique & Transformation may use their own music or house music. For individual routines, music can be sent to our DJ, Chad Ardizzoni from Get Down Tonight Entertainment, Inc. His email will provided as we get closer to the show for registered competitors.

Props are allowed and all routines are limited to one minute length.

Contact

Any questions about the event can be directed to the show promoter at shamrockcupclassic@gmail.com

Find us on Instagram at: ocbshamrockclassic

Good luck to everyone and see you in March! #imcoming4theclover