OCB Best of the 'Burgh *OCB Pro Qualifier

Saturday, October 7, 2023 / Pittsburgh, PA

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Location

Discovery Christian Church
174 Scharberry Lane
Mars, PA 16046

Showtime & Order of Events

Men's Show Start Time: 10:00 AM
Women's Show Start Time: 1:00 PM

Approximated times for each segment are listed below. *Should posted show times for various segments not run as long as anticipated, subsequent segments will not be started prior to the final starting time for purposes of attendee planning. Should posted show times run longer than anticipated, subsequent segments may not begin until a little later than the final advertised times.

ORDER OF EVENTS

Athletes: Please arrive at least 1 hour before your scheduled event & check in with our show staff.
8:30 AM: DOORS OPEN
10:00 AM MEN’S SHOW BEGINS:
Segment 1: Men’s Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Physique 10:00 AM
Men’s Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Physique Group Comparisons
Men’s Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Physique Individual Routines
Men’s Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Physique Awards & Overall Competitions

Segment 2: Women’s Physique & Figure 1:00 PM
Women’s Physique & Figure Group Comparisons
Women’s Physique & Figure Individual Routines
Women’s Physique & Figure Awards & Overall Competitions

Segment 3: Women’s Wellness & Bikini 2:30 PM
Women’s Wellness & Bikini Group Comparisons
Women’s Wellness & Bikini Individual Routines
Women’s Wellness & Bikini Awards & Overall Competitions

Division Offerings

Men's Bodybuilding: Debut, Teen (ages 13 to 19), Novice (Under 5' 9" and 5' 9" and over), Age 40+, Age 50+, Age 60+, Open (Bantam: 156 Lbs. and under, Lightweight: Over 156 - 169 Lbs., Middleweight: Over 169 - 190 Lbs., Heavyweight: Over 190 Lbs.), Physically Challenged, Armed Forces & First Responders, Open

Men's Physique: Debut, Teen, Novice, Age 40+, Age 50+, Age 60+, Open, Physically Challenged, Armed Forces & First Responders

Men's Classic Physique: Debut, Teen, Novice, Age 40+, Age 50+, Age 60+, Open, Physically Challenged, Armed Forces & First Responders

Women's Physique: Debut, Teen, Novice, Age 35+, Age 50+, Age 60+, Open, Physically Challenged, Armed Forces & First Responders

Mixed Pairs Bodybuilding: Open

Figure: Debut, Teen, Novice (Under 5' 4" and 5' 4" and over), Age 35+, Age 50+, Age 60+,Open (Under 5' 4" and 5' 4" and over), Physically Challenged, Armed Forces & First Responders

Women’s Wellness: Debut, Teen, Novice, Age 50+, Age 35+, Open, Physically Challenged, Armed Forces & First Responders

Bikini: Debut, Teen, Novice, Age 60+, Age 50+, Age 35+, Open, Physically Challenged, Armed Forces & First Responders

Body Transformation Challenge: Men's & Women's

*Physically Challenged: Armed Forces & First Responder, Open, Available in every category.

*Promoter reserves the right to add or drop classes based on the number of competitors entered. PLEASE send your entry form in by Early Entry Deadline of 9/3/22

Division Details

Debut Division: Never competed. This is your first competition ever. Teen Division: Open only to those who are ages 13 to 19. Novice Division: Open only to those who have not placed first in any class besides Teen within any division in the same category (Ex. Figure) with any organization (unless only competitor in the class). Eligibility will be verified during polygraph testing. Masters Divisions: Open only to those falling into the stipulated age range rn(ex. Women 35+ is age thirty five and over & Men 40+ is age forty and over). Open Division: Open to anyone regardless of age and level of experience. Armed Forces & First Responders Division: Open to anyone who has served in the United States Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard and/or Police, Fire, EMT etc.

Crossover Entries

A "crossover" is entering more than one division. For example, someone may enter the Novice division, if eligible, and also elect to crossover into the Open division and or the Masters division and compete in them as well (as long as they qualify for all three). Competitors may compete in as many divisions as you qualify for. Crossovers are permitted in "like" categories only. In other words a Men's Physique competitor cannot cross over into Men's Bodybuilding, a Bikini competitor cannot crossover into Figure etc.

Competitor Meeting

There will not be a contestant briefing on show day. Please refer to ocbonline.com for complete details of category guidelines. All additional contest information needed will be provided in an email to when you register for the show. You will receive additional emails during the week before the show.

Music / Individual Routines & Stage Walks

Competitors are to supply their own music for finals performance by emailing an Mp3 format copy of music to DJ Dan by Sunday; 9/24/23 at d.raymusic7@gmail.com You can also email Dan with any questions. NO PROFANITY. Props allowed. Routine length must not exceed 60 seconds. Please include your full name, cell phone number and what category you are competing in when emailing DJ Dan your music. NOTE: Tim will not send you a confirmation email unless he has a question. All competitors please use discretion and show respect to the audience and judges with your performance.

Contest Day Check-In

Saturday, October 7th. It is MANDATORY that you arrive to venue at least 1 Hour before you are scheduled to compete and check in with show staff. NOTE: We cannot delay the competition if you are late arriving.

Fees

Entry Fee: $80 If entry is received by Saturday, September 3, 2023
Entry fee for each additional class (Crossover fee): $60
After September 3rd an additional late entry fee of $50 applies to everyone.
Saturday, September 17th is the last day entries will be accepted.

*Please note that all entry fees are non-transferrable and non-refundable.

Awards

Awards for top 5 placements in each amateur class.

Medals will be awarded to the overall division winners in Men's Bodybuilding Open, Men's Physique Open, Classic Physique Open, Women's Physique Open, Figure, Bikini Open and Wellness.

OCB Pro Card status will be awarded to overall division winners of Men's Bodybuilding Open, Men's Physique Open, Classic Physique Open, Women's Physique Open, Figure Open, Bikini Open and Wellness Open. OCB MASTERS PRO Card status will be presented to 1st Place winners of: Men's 40+ Bodybuilding, Men's Physique & Classic Physique 40+, Women's Physique 35+, Figure 35+, Wellness 35+ and Bikini 35+.

Best Poser Award for best Male and Female presentation in each segment of the competition.

Team Trophy Award: Presented to the Team/Trainer or Coach/Gym/Fitness Center who has the most competitors in the competition. *Proof required, please be specific and list your Gym, Trainer/Coach or Team name on the entry form where specified.

Check-Ins and Polygraphs

Registration will be held at the contest hotel on Friday, October 6 from where polygraph testing will also take place. Height’s will be checked and Men’s Open Bodybuilders will weigh in. *Teen and Masters Contestants must present Driver’s License or valid ID as proof of age. Contestant numbers, goody bags and tee shirts will be given out at this time.

Polygraph testing is required for all competitors. Please see the OCB Banned Substances Link: ocbonline.com Polygraph testing will take place on Friday, 9/30/22 at the contest host hotel. Please make your polygraph appointment as soon as possible at this scheduling link: Click here

Polygraph fee is $50 payable in cash or money order to the polygraph examiner at the time of testing. Photo identification is required. It is the competitor's responsibility to ensure they are polygraph tested for the event. If any competitors are not polygraph tested for this event they are ineligible for competition. Polygraph test results are valid for other amateur OCB shows that are held within 3 weeks. View the upcoming OCB schedule of shows.

Results from recent polygraph exams performed by other OCB affiliate natural organizations will accepted within a strict three-week period. *HOWEVER PLEASE NOTE that you must present proof of your previously passed polygraph (if you competed in another show) to the promoter via email by 9/27/21 at ocbpittsburgh@hotmail.com. It is the competitor's responsibility to show proof of a previously passed polygraph test by 9/24/22.CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE POLYGRAPH

Backstage Policy

ONE (1) assistant/trainer per competitor allowed- NO EXCEPTIONS! Every assistant/trainer MUST buy a Trainers Ticket which is good for General Admission and back stage access. *Please Note: Trainers tickets are nontransferable and nonrefundable - NO EXCEPTIONS!

Tickets

Tickets will be sold at the door for general seating and are nontransferable & nonrefundable. Cash is encouraged to keep the admission line moving, no checks will be accepted. Please tell your family and friends. Online Advance Ticket sales (also general seating) will close on Wednesday, 9/28/22.

Adult General Admission (For any & all segments): $40.00
Child Admission: (under age 12) $15.00
Trainers Ticket: Good for back stage access entrance and audience admission. One per competitor: $75.00

Contest Hotel

HILTON GARDER INN PITTSBURGH / CRANBERRY
200 Garden View Lane
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
724-779-9999
Reservations can be made by calling 724-779-9999 and ask for the "OCB Group Rate" of $135.00 for a Single King Room OR $145.00 for a Double Queen Room.
You can also book using this link: Book a room here
Reservations must be received by Wednesday, August 31, 2023 to receive the OCB Discounted Rate. After this date reservations will be accepted on a space rate available basis only.

*All rooms are equipped with a small refrigerator, microwave and Keurig Coffee Maker.

Rosters & Classes

A roster with assigned competitor numbers and class breakdowns will be available to competitors on Friday, October 1st at the contestant check-in at the host hotel. Please check your email during peak week for any contest updates.

Professional Contest Photography

Professional competition photography will be provided by Doug Swaim of “Never Forgotten Photography”. www.nfphotography.com
Please contact Doug for his competition package rates and register for his professional photography services prior to the competition at this link: Click HERE for photo form!

*NO personal photography permitted in the first 5 rows of the auditorium. *NO other professional photography permitted at the competition.

Professional Contest Tanning

Professional Hair & Make-up ArtistContest preferred Professional Competition Tanning is strongly suggested and will be provided by our Preferred Competition Tanning Expert, Tina Miller of TMFTAN.com. Ms. Tina and her team will be at the contest hotel on Friday, 9/30/22 providing the spray tan services and will be at the hotel venue on Saturday providing touch-ups throughout the entire show. To book your tan please go to: www.TMFTAN.com/book-now *Use the OCB PA Schedule. To contact Ms. Tina for details please text her at: 843-504-1165

*NOTE* Tanning products have a tendency to stain and damage clothing, sheets, and other surfaces. To purchase protective attire that will prevent staining, visit Wear & Away

Professional Contest Hair & Make-up Artist

Contest Preferred Professional Hair & Makeup is strongly suggested and will be provided by our Preferred Competition Hair & Makeup Expert Jenn Vu of JVU's Hair Studio. Please call Jenn Vu at 412-572-3006 to schedule an appointment and discuss pricing and details. Jenn and her team will be available to you all day Saturday at the venue. *Please Note that if you bring your own Stylist and/or Makeup Artist, they will be charged an Adult General Admission Ticket and they will not be able to go back stage with you due to covid restrictions.

Additional Drug Testing

Urine (sample collection) testing is required for All OCB Pro Card recipients immediately following their perspective award ceremony. Please have your current driver's license with you for testing ID. Pro Card recipients that do not produce a urine sample with our medical staff before leaving the contest venue will forfeit their OCB Pro Card and contest placement. No Exceptions! (Urine testing is the promoter's expense.) All competitors are subject to additional forms of testing, if requested, at the discretion and expense of the promoter. Please see the OCB Banned Substances Link: ocbonline.com

Event Sponsorship Opportunities (for businesses interested in sponsoring the event)

CLICK HERE for Sponsor Information.

If you need assistance with coaching for your contest preparations please contact:

Please Contact Stasi Longo - 35+ years experience
Owner - Sonshine Fitness LLC
Certified Professional Trainer & Physique Coach
Competition Promoter & Head Judge

Please Note

None of these competition services can deter you from the mandatory Saturday contest check in, the mandatory contestant meeting before prejudging OR prejudging competition! Please plan accordingly.

Body Transformation Division

To review the details for entering the Body Transformation Contest: CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

Contact the Promoter

Contact: Stasi Longo @ 412-551-6836 or ocbpittsburgh@hotmail.com