new opa shows & rules:

[steve_d]

All contest other than the provincials will be considered Regional events.
In 2010 there will no longer be 3 Levels of competitions in Ontario , we
will run only 2 levels, Regionals and Provincials.
Those who are presently qualified from a Level 1 contest will need to
compete at one of
these Regional events to qualify for the Provincials. These Regional events
will also be open to all new comers and also those who have competed in the
past.
The following are the contest that are scheduled so far for 2010 and will
qualify you to the Provincials in June. All pertinent information on the
events will be posted shortly on our website.
All the contest will have Bodybuilding, Figure, Fitness and Bikini. We will
add Junior Fitness and Classic Physique Bodybuilding to designated events.


April 24, 2010 Festival City Championships Stratford www.jamor.com
(Provincial Qualifier)

May 22,2010 Obrien/Luchka Mississauga championships (Provincial Qualifier)

June 6, 2010 Northern Cup Challenge Sault Ste Marie (Provincial Qualifier)

June 13,2010 Sudbury Championships (Provincial Qualifier)

June 20, 2010 Ontario Championships London, ON www.jamor.com (National
qualifier)

September 11, 2010 Ontario Naturals McIntyre Theatre, Mohawk College
www.jamor.com Natural Canada qualifier

November 6th, 2010 Ottawa Championships (Provincial Qualifier)

November 27, 2010 London Ontario Championships www.jamor.com (Provincial
Qualifier)

We are at this time negotiating to add more Regional events to the 2010
calendar and we will keep you posted.

Tier system

More great news! As of 2010 Top 5 from all Regional contest will qualify
athletes to the Provincials. Over all Regional winners will receive a
lifetime buy to the Provincials.
As of 2010 Top 5 from the Provincials will qualify to the Nationals. Over
all
winners will receive a lifetime qualification to the Nationals.


Figure

All Figure competitors will require a two piece suit only for the Regional
events. Figure competitors will however require a one piece and two piece
suit
at all Provincial and National events.

Subsidies

All National, World Qualifier, Arnold Classic amateur, and The North
American competitors will receive a $100.00 dollar subsidies per contest and
one track suit for the season

[steve_d]

Just thought I would mention that I think this is the best decision for ontario bodybuilding...The 3 level tier system is just too much in my mind. Looking forward to competing next year. Not sure which shows yet, but will do at least 1.

Provincials are on my 30th birthday, could be fun...

[Bbuilder31]

So just to clarify - the Provincials are in June 20th, in London Ontario? This would be the next step for me as that correct? Since I just finished my level 2show, based on the old system, that is what I am shooting for right?

Thanks - I just want to make sure I set my self for success - I am at a happy weight now, and want to stay here, and just push HEAVY till I diet down again.

[Andre]

So for someone like myself who has never competed, where would I start if level 1 no longer exists?

[BDH]

So for someone like myself who has never competed, where would I start if level 1 no longer exists?I believe you would do a regional show, which would qualify you for the provincials...

[69challenger]

^^^yes

[Andre]

^^^yes

So anything listed as a Provincial qualifier? Thanks!

[Delt King]

So just to clarify - the Provincials are in June 20th, in London Ontario? This would be the next step for me as that correct? Since I just finished my level 2show, based on the old system, that is what I am shooting for right?

Thanks - I just want to make sure I set my self for success - I am at a happy weight now, and want to stay here, and just push HEAVY till I diet down again.

Looks like if you were qualified for provincials from a level 2 this year you're good to go. However the poor guys who got top three this year in a level 1 show still have to start over and need to do a regional level show to advance to provincials.
However i do think this is a very good change for bodybuilding in Ontario. Top 5 in regional and top 5 in provincials moving on will increase the number of participants in the national level over time.
Hopefully we can get more guys to participate in bodybuilding, but as we know it's not a sport that pays $ so we do it for the love of it and the personal challenge it presents.

[steve_d]

So anything listed as a Provincial qualifier? Thanks!

all regional shows would be a qualifier.

Since I've yet to do a level 1 show, I am aiming for 1 of the regional shows then provincials. Perhaps missisauga then provincials...According to the message, there could potentially be other qualifiers...My guess is this is the final list of shows for next year.

[steve_d]

However the poor guys who got top three this year in a level 1 show still have to start over and need to do a regional level show to advance to provincials.

I was thinking the same thing. I almost did the ottawa level 1 show in November for the sole purpose of bringing me to level 2.

[Andre]

What are men's weight classes?

[Delt King]

This is the way they organize the provincials and nationals....

Bantam Weight (under 143 lbs)

Light Weight (143 to 154 lbs)

Welter Weight (155 to 165 lbs)

Light Middle Weight (over 165 to 176 lbs)

Middle Weight (over176 to 187 lbs)

Light Heavy (Over 187 to 198 lbs)

Heavy Weight (over 198 to 220 lbs )

Super Heavy Weight ( over 220 lbs )

Regionals i would guess they might organize it like the old Level 1 shows...

Lightweight ( up to 154 )

Middleweight ( over 154 to 176 )

Light Heavy ( over 176 to 198 )

Heavyweight ( over 198 )

[St]

Sounds great,sucks that i did a level 1 show this year and placed top 3,so i will have to start over no problem.But i don't think i will competing next year,or anytime soon.

[Bbuilder31]

I think I am going to shoot for 2 shows again for 2010 - I am going to try and do the Provincials and the Ontario Natural Provincials - That should keep my busy! I am come in hopefully a pound or 2 heavier than I did in November :)

[steve_d]

I was thinking of doing the natural show too...but it just might be too many shows and too spaced out. I wish the natural show was in june like it used to be the last time i did it! would be perfect timing to kill 3 birds with 1 stone.

the national natural show is the worst timing of them all though...you can't qualify for it unless you compete the year before since its so early.

[Bbuilder31]

I guess I unintentionally set myself up good then....Either way, I plan on doing at least 1 show in 2010 - I have come a long way....can't stop now. Now while the wheels are still turning

[natenator]

I guess I unintentionally set myself up good then....Either way, I plan on doing at least 1 show in 2010 - I have come a long way....can't stop now. Now while the wheels are still turning
Too much competing leaves little rooom to build size and make improvements. What you compete against in Ottawa is *not* a good quality representation of the the competitors in the Toronto/London area.

[steve_d]

Only because I haven't competed in ottawa yet...lol

[fitnurss]

Thumbs down on the 1 piece at the provincials. I was hoping they would just take it out once and for all! :(

[steve_d]

yeah...i thought so too. I don't think it will be much longer though. My wife is in the same boat. although at least she has a 1 piece she bought for a decent price that hasn't been used - so as long as she makes provincials, it'll get some use!

[natenator]

Thumbs down on the 1 piece at the provincials. I was hoping they would just take it out once and for all! :(
I agree. Nothing is waaaay better! lol

[fitnurss]

do you guys have any idea how much those suits cost!? Be happy you're not a girl!!

[natenator]

do you guys have any idea how much those suits cost!? Be happy you're not a girl!!
LMAO. I am quite happy I am not a girl. If I could orgasm 10 times in a day I've never be able to leave the house!

[fitnurss]

yeah...i thought so too. I don't think it will be much longer though. My wife is in the same boat. although at least she has a 1 piece she bought for a decent price that hasn't been used - so as long as she makes provincials, it'll get some use!

This whole time I thought you were a girl...quite naive of me to think that everyone looks like their avatar! lol
What are your wife's stats if you don't mind me asking? Has she ever competed before?


LMAO. I am quite happy I am not a girl. If I could orgasm 10 times in a day I've never be able to leave the house!

umm...ya, me either?!

[steve_d]

she's competed in OPA before - in 2004, first time competing in anything. She placed 3rd. She did a couple fitness model type shows in '05. Then she competed again in 2007 just for fun a few weeks out from a few fitness model shows where she placed 1st out of 20, as well as 3rd in a "muscle model" category. At that time she was just on the border of too muscled for fitness model, but not quite enough for figure. Since then it seems smaller physiques have been favored (at some shows at least). So we'll see what happens!

To be honest she doesn't care much about her place at all. We just had a baby, and its more to just "do it" because its something she misses. Right now though, she's about 138 pounds...Probably get to 125 on stage is the plan. 5'6

[cnelson09]

is there any natural shows for 2010???

[steve_d]

See the original post...1 natural show in September again.

September 11, 2010 Ontario Naturals McIntyre Theatre, Mohawk College
www.jamor.com Natural Canada qualifier

[fitnurss]

she's competed in OPA before - in 2004, first time competing in anything. She placed 3rd. She did a couple fitness model type shows in '05. Then she competed again in 2007 just for fun a few weeks out from a few fitness model shows where she placed 1st out of 20, as well as 3rd in a "muscle model" category. At that time she was just on the border of too muscled for fitness model, but not quite enough for figure. Since then it seems smaller physiques have been favored (at some shows at least). So we'll see what happens!

To be honest she doesn't care much about her place at all. We just had a baby, and its more to just "do it" because its something she misses. Right now though, she's about 138 pounds...Probably get to 125 on stage is the plan. 5'6

She sounds like a cool chick. Good attitude to have. Good luck, might see you guys there!

[gregdoucette]

The natural nationals are great if ur in NS because its 1 week before the provincials and 1 week before the atlantics. Great timing for people who are dieting for provincials anyway.
Thoses sjutis are rediculojus. My gf paid over 1000$ for the set and wants to get an even more expensive next time. Some glad they are getting rid of the 1 piece all it does is cover up more sexyness. I would hate it if I had to wear 2 suits like a shorts round or something, so much more to worry about with colour and tanning going from one suit to the other.

[wrought]

Two tiers is the way to go. See everybody in Stratford. :D

[Bbuilder31]

I have decided - I am doing September - Gives me a good solid 7 Months to make as many gains as I can :) Hoping to kick some ass at the provincial naturals....Just hope I still got what it takes.

[Steph]

I am so glad the OPA has changed to the 2 tier system. It almost makes me want to compete again. I think it will attract more competitors too. Good luck to everyone competing in the new year & happy holidays!

[Bbuilder31]

Happy Holidays!

Can't wait for September!

[Blitz-Test]

Would these shows have a Junior Division... Also what is junior? 21 and under or under 21... Ive been told its 21 and under so until you turn 22 you can compete as a junior

November 6th, 2010 Ottawa Championships (Provincial Qualifier)

November 27, 2010 London Ontario Championships www.jamor.com (Provincial
Qualifier)

[steve_d]

both would have junior.

Must be under 21 years of age as of the day of the show. So if you turn 21 the day after you're good to go.

[Blitz-Test]

Okay so the last two shows

Nov 6, and 27th, they are both prov qualifiers but the last show of the year so does this mean you qualify for prov. next year in 2011?

[Sean Summers]

Yes, they would qualify you for 2011.
SS

[steve_d]

Okay so the last two shows

Nov 6, and 27th, they are both prov qualifiers but the last show of the year so does this mean you qualify for prov. next year in 2011?

keep in mind if you qualify as a junior, I am not sure if that allows you to compete as a senior the next year. So if it applies to you, you should probably compete in both junior and senior. Although, I could be wrong - but that is the way I think it works.

[Sean Summers]

No, you are wrong. Qualifying as a Junior only keeps you current as a Junior. Same goes for Masters.
SS

[steve_d]

No, you are wrong. Qualifying as a Junior only keeps you current as a Junior. Same goes for Masters.
SS

that's what I said. Thats why I said to compete in both junior and senior so that he would be qualified for senior if he was no longer junior

[Blitz-Test]

Oh no, I cant compete as a JR. I was wondering that for one of my training partners we want to do the same show so I was checking if he could compete in the same one...

[M-Rods]

I agree. Nothing is waaaay better! lol


LMAO, def wouldnt be a family event