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The championship is open to all individuals 18 years and older.
Men and women will compete separately. All competitors will
need to provide a birth certificate or other legal document
with photo identification showing proof of age. The champion
and runner up for both the men and women will represent their
region at the International Yoga Asana Championship to be held
in Los Angeles. The third place finisher will serve as an alternate
in case the champion or runner up is unable to compete in the
national championship.
No stimulating drug or alcoholic beverage can be used before
or during the competition by any competitor. Any such use will
be treated as violation of the rules. No watches, clocks or
timers are allowed on or near the competitor. IYAC has full
right to suspend a competitor. Ill. ENTRY FEE: Entry fee for
the regionals is usually $25, payable by cash, check or money
order. Please make check payable to (ask your regional director).
Complete entry form and submit
with the following:
1. Entry fee of $25
2. Copy of photo ID or other proof of age, and
3. Signed Waiver & Release of Liability form.
Submit to:
Bikram Yoga NYC
Attn: Championship
143 W. 72nd St
New York, NY 10023
15% of total points are allotted to the overall attractiveness
of the body. Choose an outfit that best enhances the body’s
shape and proportions.
Females: One or two-piece swimsuit, leotard or exercise outfit
which exposes the arms and legs (no bikinis please).
Males: Speedo style swim suit or cycle shorts.
Note: Please minimize accessories and do not wear headband, bandana
or watch. Unobtrusive jewelry is permissible.
IYAC appoints judges from a list of qualified judges prepared
by the World Yoga Foundation. All selected judges will be brought
in from outside the State of the regionals. Relatives of a
judge cannot participate in a competition the judge is officiating.
Coaches should not officiate a t a
competition in which one of their subjects is competing.
When the competitor’s name is called he or she will walk to the
middle of the stage, bring hands to namaskar greeting (prayer
position in center of chest), bow to the judges and audience
and then release hands to the sides. Directions will be given
to guide the competitor through the military
four-angle turn. When directed, the competitor will make a quarter
turn to the right and stand with arms at sides so the judges
can view the body from the side. Competitor will be directed
to turn three more times so the judges can view the body from
all four sides. Instructions will then be
given by the words, “Start please,” for competitor to begin.
The three (3) minute timing will begin as the words are spoken
and competitor will have three (3) minutes within which to complete
the execution of the five (5) compulsory postures as detailed
below and the two (2) additional postures
of the competitor’s choosing (referred to as optional postures).
Each posture is to be announced by the competitor before beginning
to execute the posture. Further instructions are included below.
All competitors should consult with a coach, judge or someone
who is familiar with these procedures
prior to entering the competition so as to assure a smooth and
well presented performance.
A total of seven (7) asanas, five (5) compulsory and two (2)
additional asanas of the competitor’s choosing from the classic
84 asanas as derived from Patanjali, are all to be completed
in the following order within three (3) minutes.
1. Standing-Head-to-Knee Pose (Dandayamana Janushirasana), executed
in four (4) distinct phases
2. Standing Bow Pulling Pose (Dandayamana Dhanurasana)
3. Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)
4. Rabbit Pose (Sasangasana)
5. Stretching Pose (Paschimottanasana)
6. Optional Choice Posture
7. Optional Choice Posture
Please refer to the detailed description with photos of the five
compulsory postures and note that all compulsory postures should
be performed so that judges view from the side. Additional guidelines
for the postures and performance are noted below.
100 points maximum can be awarded to each competitor. Those 100
points are broken down as follows:
1. Body Proportion: 15 points maximum can
be awarded for the body’s proportions, overall attractiveness,
muscle definition, clarity of skin and eyes, etc. as determined
by each judge in terms of their own standards for the ideal
male and female bodies.
2. Grace and Composure: 15 points maximum
can be awarded for the overall grace and composure of the
competitor. For example, judges may consider the following
aspects in this
category: the energy being projected by the competitor; personality;
vitality; the competitor’s gait when walking on the stage and
movement between and during the postures; the overall grace
with which the competitor conducts himself or herself; level
of confidence; charisma; timing; calmness of breath; choice of
attire; etc.
3. Execution of Postures: 10 points maximum
can be awarded for the execution of each of the seven (7) postures.
Balance, strength, flexibility, timing and normal breathing
are aspects inherent in the proper execution of asanas. Points
(in whole or half point increments at the judges’ discretion)
can be deducted for the following: wobbling or lack of stability
in balance postures; inability to fully execute posture to
its maximum expression; hesitation or reversal of motion once
posture has been started; lack of proper alignment; poor timing
and flow of posture; lack of complete stillness or demonstration
of complete control once fully executed; etc.
Timing: All seven postures are to be fully
executed within three (3) minutes. If any of the postures has
not been fully executed within the allotted time, zero (0)
points will be given for that posture. If a competitor has
demonstrated complete stillness and control of a posture when
fully
executed but has not come all the way out of the posture and
the allotted time has run out, full points can still be awarded
for the posture assuming there are no mistakes on the way out
of the posture.
Announcing the Postures:The
name of the posture must be announced before each posture is
executed. Either English or Sanskrit can be used, however, English
is preferred. Competitor should be consistent with whichever
language is chosen.
Positioning and Alignment: Competitor
should always perform in the center of the stage and show the
“inside” of the body to the judges.For example, in Standing Head
to Knee pose the competitor should turn sideways and be standing
on the leg that is closest to the judges while in Standing Bow
Pulling pose the competitor should be standing on the leg that
is away from the judges. Competitor should avoid showing the
back
side of the body and the bottoms of the feet to the judges. Posture
Execution: If there are stages required in the execution of a
posture, competitor should demonstrate control at each stage
by holding at the maximum execution of that stage for a few seconds.
The flow and timing of the overall posture should be consistent
throughout. Competitor should come out of all compulsory postures
by reversing the way they went in maintaining a consistent timing
through all stages. Minimal movement should be demonstrated in
the execution of the postures. For example, fidgeting, wobbling,
settling and adjusting are all reasons for point deductions.
Second Chance for Posture Execution:
Competitors will have two (2) chances to execute a posture. If
a contestant falls out or otherwise does not complete a posture
in the first attempt, it is up to his or her discretion (considering
time left for performance and his or her ability) as to whether
to attempt the posture a second time. Five (5) points maximum
can be awarded for the posture in the second attempt. Purpose
of the Compulsory Postures: The five (5) compulsory postures
were specifically chosen to give the judges a very clear understanding
of what the competitor is capable of physically as well as mentally.
A competitor’s strength, flexibility, balance and state of mind(ability
to focus and concentrate) are all demonstrated in the first two
postures. The last three compulsory postures demonstrate the
extent of the competitor’s ability to bend backwards, round forwards
and stretch.
Optional Posture Guidelines: The
optional postures are the competitors’ opportunity to show what
they are capable of and what they have accomplished in their
time practicing yoga. Judges will consider the level of difficulty
when determining the maximum points allotted for the
optional postures chosen by the competitor. For example, the
more difficult the posture is for that competitor to execute
well, the more points that can be given. There will never be
more than ten (10) points given for a posture; easier postures
will have a lower maximum score than ten (10)
points.
Please note the following disclosures:
1. IYAC will not be liable for any injury to a competitor sustained
during or as a result of the competition. A Waiver and Release
of Liability form must be signed by all competitors.
2. Competitors are to maintain good conduct and proper discipline
during the competition. Disruptive behavior on the part of a
competitor is grounds for dismissal from the competition.
3. IYAC reserves the right to add, alter, and amend the rules
and
program at its sole discretion without prior notice.
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