Contest Entry - Midwest Natural Showdown (Sioux Falls, SD)
Contest Entry - Midwest Natural Showdown (Sioux Falls, SD)
LOCATION
Orpheum Theater
315 N Phillips Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
TIME & FORMAT
October 11th, 2025
Running format there is not a separate night show.
ENTRY FEES & DEADLINES
REGISTER EARLY TO SAVE $$$
October - June: $75 per division
July - Sept 15th: $100 per division
Sept 16th to Oct 4th: $125 per division
Entry fees are non-refundable unless show is cancelled or extenuating circumstances persist.
The deadline for entries is 10/4/2025
All competitors are required to have an OCB Membership, please register by clicking here.
CATEGORIES & DIVISIONS
IMPORTANT THERE WILL NOT BE A FORMAL T-WALK, IN IT’S PLACE IS AN OPTIONAL 60 SECOND ROUTINE SET TO HOUSE MUSIC
Women's Physique : Teen***, Debut, Novice, Age 35+, Age 50+, Open**
Women's Wellness: Teen***, Debut, Novice, Age 35+**, Age 50+, Open**
Bikini : Teen***, Debut, Novice, Age 35+**, Age 50+, Open**
Figure : Teen***, Debut, Novice, Age 35+**, Age 50+, Open**
Men's Physique : Teen***, Debut, Novice, Age 40+**, Age 50+, Open**
Men's Classic Physique : Teen***, Debut, Novice, Age 40+**, Age 50+, Open**
Men's Bodybuilding : Teen***, Debut, Novice, Age 40+**, Age 50+, Open**
Adaptive (Male): Division for male athletes who are/have experienced extenuating life circumstances either physically or mentally. Questions please send to Bryan@nxnevents.com
Adaptive (Female): Division for female athletes who are/have experienced extenuating life circumstances either physically or mentally. Questions please send to Bryan@nxnevents.com
**Indicates conditional pro qualifier - class minimums must be met for more information on this please visit ocbonline.com
***Must be between the age of 16-19 on show day to qualify.
Judging criteria for each category can be found by clicking the category name above. Please review this information carefully as it is critical to your success.
CROSSOVERS
Competitors may only compete in 1 category per event i.e. Bodybuilding, Figure, Physique, etc.
MULTIPLE DIVISIONS ARE ALLOWED AND ENCOURAGED
Divisions allow for varying levels of competition. For instance, Debut allows for only brand new to the sport competitors so everyone is on a similar playing field. The open which has the most upside for larger trophies, competition, and potential for a pro card has no restrictions to who can compete in this division. For additional information please read through the Amateur OCB Regulations here: https://ocbonline.com/GeneralGuidelines-Amateur.php
CLASSES
Larger classes may be split at the promoter’s discretion. In such a scenario height will be the deciding factor for all categories.
DEBUT DIVISION ELIGIBILITY: First competition ever. Competitors cannot have ever competed in any category with any organization.
NOVICE DIVISION ELIGIBILITY: 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).
AWARDS
Top 5 in all open classes will receive custom medals.
Open class winners receive sculpture Trophies
Open overall winners receive large sculpture Trophies
Masters Pro Qualifying Classes – 2nd – 5th receive custom medals; winner gets a sculpture trophy
All other classes 2nd – 5th receive medals and the winner receives a sculpture trophy
Team award for best performing team (make sure to note your team affiliation where applicable during sign up)
Outstanding posing awards are awarded by the judges at their choosing
ELIGIBILITY
Competitors participating in amateur divisions are required to hold current amateur OCB memberships to participate in this event. If needing to obtain an OCB membership please register at least a week before the event. Memberships can be purchased here.
DRUG TESTING
All competitors are required to be polygraph tested prior to competing. In addition, and all pro card winners are required to provide a urine specimen immediately after the conclusion of the award for urinalysis. Competitors that do not submit a sample will result in disqualification.
CHECK-INS/POLYGRAPHS
Polygraphs will take place the Friday prior to the show. More information will be made available in the coming months.
MUSIC & T-WALKS
Everyone will have the option of performing a 60-second routine to music provided by you (mp3 format only) or to house music picked by our A/V team. There will not be structure posing routines i.e. T-walks.
BACKSTAGE POLICY
A backstage pass will be allotted to each competitor however any person with a backstage pass is also required to have a general admission ticket.
COMPETITOR PREP AREA
Mirrors, weights, and bands will be provided but it is recommended if you have your own equipment to bring some with.
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Packages will be made available within 8 weeks of the event and also available after the event.
SPRAY TANNING
Wicked Tan will be the only on-site professional tanner allowed. getwickedtan.com
HAIR & MAKEUP
Wicked Tan will be the only on-site professional tanner allowed. getwickedtan.com
CONTACT
Any questions or concerns please direct to showdown@nxnevents.com
HOW TO REGISTER
Select the quantity of DIVISIONS you wish to enter. (i.e. Debut, Novice, Teen, Masters, Age 50+, Open) [SEE ABOVE FOR DESCRIPTIONS OF DIVISIONS OR VISIT OCBONLINE.COM]
Hit add to cart
Complete the form with the specifics for your registration purchases
*YOU MAY ONLY COMPETE IN 1 CATEGORY PER EVENT i.e. Bodybuilding competitors cannot also compete in Classic Physique. However you are welcome to compete in multiple divisions.