2025 NPC African Open Pro Qualifier
Join the pinnacle of bodybuilding excellence at the 2025 NPC African Open Pro Qualifier, held on 6-7 December 2025in Johannesburg, South Africa. This prestigious event offers athletes the opportunity to earn their coveted Pro Cardand advance their careers in the IFBB Professional League, showcasing their hard work, discipline, and unparalleled dedication.
With 11 Pro Cards up for grabs, the event features a diverse range of categories, including exciting new divisions like Women’s Fit Model and Wheelchair Bodybuilding. All 2025 OPEN Regional Qualifiers automatically qualify athletes for this Pro Qualifier, opening the doors to competitors worldwide.
All 2025 OPEN Regional Qualifiers automatically qualify athletes for the NPC African Open Pro Qualifier, giving competitors worldwide the chance to compete for greatness.
This event is also a Pro/Am competition, featuring an Olympia Qualifier for Pro Men’s Wheelchair with a total of $3,500 in cash prizes.
Whether you’re an athlete pursuing your professional dreams or a fan eager to witness world-class performances, the NPC African Open Pro Qualifier is an unmissable event.
Register now and take the stage where legends are made. The countdown to greatness begins here!
EVENT POSTER
Event Venue
SILVERSTAR CASINO
R28, Muldersdrift, Mogale City, South Africa
TICKETING
GENERAL ADMISSION:
PER SESSION:
Online: R325 | Onsite: R350
WEEKEND:
Online: R1,250 | Onsite: R1,300
VIP
PER SESSION:
Online: R550 | Onsite: R600
WEEKEND:
Online: R2,100 | Onsite: R2,200
Online Ticket Sales Close
30 November 2025
Children Under 5: Free
Children Under 10: R150 at the Door (per session)
PROHIBITED ITEMS
ITEMS NOT PERMITTED ONSITE
- No Video Equipment including Camera bags, Tripods and other Equipment is Permitted in the Main Auditorium or the Backstage Area
- No Camera Equipment including Camera bags, Tripods and other Equipment is Permitted in the Main Auditorium or the Backstage Area. Only Cellphones.
- No Requests for External Media, Bloggers, Bloggers will be entertained.
- No Alcohol Permitted Whatsoever!
- No Unauthorised Tanning, Hair and Make-up Service Providers.
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Onsite Registrations will be available for this Contest on 5 December 2025. Online Registration will be Available through Muscleware
ONLINE RATES
(Available until 30 November 2025)
Open Class Entry: R4,750.00 ($250)
Non-Open* Class Entry: R1,412.50 ($75)
ONSITE RATES
(Available 5 December 2025)
Open Class Entry: R5,450.00 ($300)
Non-Open* Class Entry: R1,900.00 ($100)
Rand Values are approximate and dependant on exchange rate at time of registration.
PAYFAST PAYMENT PLANS
(Unlock a Limited Time Deal)
Secure your non-open class crossover entries at the Early Phase Rates to save big on your Competition package with the PayFast Subscription Plans and pay it off over 2 Months! or as a Once-Off Payment!
Non-Open* Class Crossover Entry Fee: R950 ($50)
- 2 month PayFast Option Expires 31 October 2025
- Once-off Payment Option Expires 30 November 2025
All Rates above exclude 10% Muscleware Service Fees
DIVISIONS & CLASSES
EXPAND TO VIEW AVAILABLE CLASSES
*Non-Open Class Means True Novice, Novice, Teenage, Junior and Masters Classes.
Wheelchair Bodybuilding
– Open Class
Adaptive Bodybuilding
– Open Class
Men’s Bodybuilding
– True Novice
– Novice
– Teenage (16-19 Years)
– Junior (18-23 Years)
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Lightweight (up to and including 70kg)
– Open Middleweight (up to and including 80kg)
– Open Light Heavyweight (up to and including 90kg)
– Open Heavyweight (up to and including 102kg)
– Open Super Heavyweight (Over 102kg)
Men’s Classic Physique
– True Novice
– Novice
– Teenage (16-19 Years)
– Junior (18-23 Years)
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Class A (up to and including 170.2cm)
– Open Class B (up to and including 177.8cm)
– Open Class C (up to and including 182.9cm)
– Open Class D (over 182.9cm)
Men’s Physique
– True Novice
– Novice
– Teenage (16-19 Years)
– Junior (18-23 Years)
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Class A (up to and including 170cm)
– Open Class B (up to and including 173cm)
– Open Class C (up to and including 175cm)
– Open Class D (up to and including 180cm)
– Open Class E (up to and including 183cm)
– Open Class D (over 183cm)
Women’s Bodybuilding
– Open Class
Women’s Physique
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Class A (up to and including 168cm)
– Open Class B (over 168cm)
Women’s Fitness
– Open Class
Women’s Figure
– True Novice
– Novice
– Teenage (16-19 Years)
– Junior (18-23 Years)
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Class A (up to and including 157cm)
– Open Class B (up to and including 163cm)
– Open Class C (up to and including 168cm)
– Open Class D (over 168cm)
Women’s Wellness
– True Novice
– Novice
– Teenage (16-19 Years)
– Junior (18-23 Years)
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Class A (up to and including 157cm)
– Open Class B (up to and including 163cm)
– Open Class C (up to and including 168cm)
– Open Class D (over 168cm)
Women’s Bikini
– True Novice
– Novice
– Teenage (16-19 Years)
– Junior (18-23 Years)
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Class A (up to and including 155cm)
– Open Class B (up to and including 159cm)
– Open Class C (up to and including 163cm)
– Open Class D (up to and including 168cm)
– Open Class E (up to and including 170cm)
– Open Class F (over 170cm)
Women’s Fit Model
– True Novice
– Novice
– Teenage (16-19 Years)
– Junior (18-23 Years)
– Masters 35+ (35 Years and Older)
– Masters 40+ (40 Years and Older)
– Open Class A (up to and including 155cm)
– Open Class B (up to and including 159cm)
– Open Class C (up to and including 163cm)
– Open Class D (up to and including 168cm)
– Open Class E (up to and including 170cm)
– Open Class F (over 170cm)
NPC MEMBERSHIP
Champagne Productions’ Contests are only open to NPC Worldwide Members. Active Membership is Mandatory!
RULE 1 – Athletes must have an NPC Worldwide membership to compete in an NPC Worldwide Regional or Pro Qualifier contest. Membership is only valid for one calendar year (January 1 – December 31). Membership and Identification is verified before each contest.
CHECK-IN DAY
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
Select your first division which you compete in for the correct Check-in and Pro Tan South Africa Base Tan Times
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
MANDATORY ONSITE CHECK-IN & BASE COAT TANNING
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!! Check-in in your first division that you stand in if you have Crossovers.
- 11H00: Men’s Bodybuilding Check-in & Athlete Meeting (Including Adaptive & Wheelchair Bodybuilding Division)
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
12h00 – 14h00 : Pro Tan Base Coat Tanning
All Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 14H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Base Coat Tanning
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
MANDATORY ONSITE CHECK-IN & BASE COAT TANNING
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!! Check-in in your first division that you stand in if you have Crossovers.
- 12H00: Men’s Classic Physique Check-in & Athlete Meeting
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
14h00 – 16h00 : Pro Tan Base Coat Tanning
All Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 16H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Base Coat Tanning.
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
MANDATORY ONSITE CHECK-IN & BASE COAT TANNING
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!! Check-in in your first division that you stand in if you have Crossovers.
- 13h00: Men’s Physique Check-in & Athlete Meeting
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
16h00 – 18h00 : Pro Tan Base Coat Tanning
All Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 18H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Base Coat Tanning.
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
MANDATORY ONSITE CHECK-IN
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!! Check-in in your first division that you stand in if you have Crossovers.
- 14H00: Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, Women’s Fitness & Women’s Figure Check-in & Athlete Meeting
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
14h00 – 15h00: Pro Tan Base Coat Tanning
All Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 15H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Base Coat Tanning.
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
MANDATORY ONSITE CHECK-IN
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!! Check-in in your first division that you stand in if you have Crossovers.
- 15H00: Women’s Wellness Check-in & Athlete Meeting
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
15h00 – 16h00: Pro Tan Base Coat Tanning
All Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 16H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Base Coat Tanning
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
MANDATORY ONSITE CHECK-IN
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!! Check-in in your first division that you stand in if you have Crossovers.
- 16h00: Women’s Bikini Check-in & Athlete Meeting
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
16h00 – 18h00: Pro Tan Base Coat Tanning
All Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 18H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Base Coat Tanning.
FRIDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2025
MANDATORY ONSITE CHECK-IN
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!! Check-in in your first division that you stand in if you have Crossovers.
- 17h00: Women’s Fit Model Check-in & Athlete Meeting
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
18h00 – 20h00: Pro Tan Base Coat Tanning
All Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 20H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Base Coat Tanning.
CONTEST DAY
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
(LIVE JUDGING)
18H00 – SESSION 2
- Men’s Bodybuilding (including Adaptive and Wheelchair Bodybuilding)
- Men’s Classic Physique
- Men’s Physique
SUNDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2025
(LIVE JUDGING)
18H00 – SESSION 2
- Women’s Bodybuilding
- Women’s Physique
- Woman’s Fitness
- Women’s Figure
- Women’s Wellness
- Women’s Bikini
- Women’s Fit Model
COMPETITION TANNING
Select your first division which you compete in for the correct Pro Tan South Africa Show Day Tan Times
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 12H00-13H30: Men’s Bodybuilding Top Coat Tan Application
All Men’s Bodybuilding Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 13H30 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 13H30-15H30: Men’s Classic Physique Top Coat Tan Application
All Men’s Classic Physique Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 15H30 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning
SATURDAY, 6 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 15H30-17H30: Men’s Physique Top Coat Tan Application
All Men’s Physique Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 17H30 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning
SUNDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
If you are using the Onsite Services of The Wonder Bar Salon, Please select the Priority Option for your First Division.
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 12H00-13H00: Onsite Priority Top Coat Tan Application
All Women Athletes who are using the Onsite Services of The Wonder Bar Salon must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 13H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning
SUNDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 13H00-14H00: Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, Women’s Fitness & Women’s Figure Top Coat Tan Application
All Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, Women’s Fitness & Women’s Figure Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 14H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning.
SUNDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 14H00-15H00: Women’s Wellness Top Coat Tan Application
All Women’s Wellness Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 15H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning.
SUNDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 15H00-16H30: Women’s Bikini Top Coat Tan Application
All Women’s Bikini Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 16H30 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning.
SUNDAY, 7 DECEMBER 2025
SHOW DAY TAN SCHEDULE
These times will be strictly adhered. Don’t be Late!!!
- 16H30-18H00: Women’s Fit Model Top Coat Tan Application
All Women’s Fit Model Athletes must be checked in for Tanning by no later than 18H00 or forfeit tan appointment for Top Coat Tanning.
OFFICIAL TANNING
Pro Tan® South Africa is proud to be the Official and Exclusive Competition Tanning Provider of the 2025 NPC Worldwide African Open Regional Qualifier.
Use PROTAN20 at Checkout to get 20% off Onsite Tanning Services when booking your Tanning Package with Pro Tan South Africa.
Base Coat Tanning takes place directly after checkin. This is on a first come first serve basis per division in order of checkin. The show day tanning schedule will be in order of your first class on stage. An approximate time will be allocated per division and visible on your Confirmation QR Tickets Received on Email.
Pro Tan® South Africa is the only tanning company permitted on site. Tanning will be conveniently located at the venue.
OFFICIAL HAIR & MAKEUP
Welcome to The Wonder Bar Salon – Official Hair & Makeup Service Provider for NPC Worldwide South Africa & Champagne Productions
Our internationally trained artists have a wealth of experience in stage-ready looks, using top-quality products to ensure long-lasting results under the bright lights of competition. We understand the specific needs of bodybuilding competitors, offering tailored solutions that enhance muscle definition and ensure that every detail is picture-perfect.
Let The Wonder Bar Salon be part of your journey to the stage. We’ll ensure you look and feel your best, giving you the confidence to perform at your peak.
Book your appointment today and experience the professional touch that sets us apart!
The Wonder Bar Salon is the only hair & make-up company permitted on site. Hair & Make-up Services will be conveniently located at the venue.
OFFICIAL MEDIA
🎥✨ Capture the Moment with Champagne Media Africa✨🎥
Whether you’re looking for stunning Stage Photography, post show Video on Demand, or the latest addition of dynamic Stage Reels, we have the perfect media package to showcase your performance.
🌟 Packages Available:
- Stage Photography Package 📷
- Video on Demand Package 🎬
- Stage Reels Package 📹
- Full Media Package (All-inclusive!)💥
Don’t miss out on preserving your best moments with professional quality. Book your media package today and shine on and off the stage!
Book your Package before Online Entries Close and Save with Pre-orders.
All Pre-Orders will receive their content via email within 1 week proceeding the Official Release on NPC News Online’s website www.npcnewsonline.com
POSING MUSIC
MUSIC RULES
All Adaptive Bodybuilding, Wheelchair Bodybuilding, Men’s Bodybuilding, Men’s Classic Physique, Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Fitness and Women Physique Contestants ARE REQUIRED to supply their own posing routine music.
You must UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC in MP3 format via your Muscleware Athlete Profile. If no Music is Uploaded by 30 November 2025, Midnight Deadline, you will receive DJ’s Choice.
TO UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC
You may UPLOAD YOUR MUSIC in MP3 format using the link to your Athlete Profile which can be found in the CONFIRMATION EMAIL you will receive from Muscleware after registering for the event.
Check the email you received after you entered the contest and the music upload link will be in there. If you cannot find your confirmation of entry in your email box, check your spambox of your email. If you have questions, write media@champagneproductions.co.za
VERY IMPORTANT REMINDERS!
- Upload only your MP3 music selection, not entire albums
- No Whatsapp Submissions will be accepted!
- Vulgar music is NOT permitted and will be grounds for disqualification. Posing music must be the only music provided and MUST be no longer than 60 seconds.
STAGE WEAR
Meet our Supporting Sponsor for the 2025 NPC Worldwide NPC African Pro/AM, Dolls&Dukes Stage Wear Boutique!
Stockists of Classic Physique Briefs, Bodybuilding Stage Trunks, Physique Shorts, Stage Competition Bikini’s & Suits, Backstage Wear and Pleaser USA® Heels and Shoes
Registered Athletes Receive 25% off Custom Stage wear Orders received at least 6 weeks from Required Date and 10% off all Online Orders.
Discount Coupon Code sent in Confirmation Email on Completion of Registration from Muscleware
Posing CLASSES
The Posing School Specialises Exclusively in NPC and IFBB Pro League Divisions.
NPC Worldwide membership is Required. Learn to Pose Like a Pro from the Pros.
In Person & Online Available.
SponSORS & PARTNERS
The NPC Worldwide offers unprecedented international exposure to the NPC African Championships. The contest is open Worldwide to all Active NPC Worldwide Members.
The NPC African also receives worldwide coverage through NPCNEWSONLINE.COM
The NPC African Pro Qualifying Contests offers the unique opportunity for companies to market themselves to the athletes, coaches and fans of the future stars of Professional Bodybuilding, Classic Physique, Wheelchair Bodybuilding, Adaptive Bodybuilding, Men’s Physique, Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique, Wellness, Fitness, Figure, Bikini and Fit Model.
The images and exposure for this event are seen worldwide and shared with hundreds of thousands through the extensive media coverage of the event.
BACKSTAGE PASS
Backstage Passes ARE AVAILABLE for R1,850.00 ($100) per Day.
An ACTIVE NPC or IFBB PRO Membership is Required
Strictly limited to 1 Backstage Pass per Contestant permitted!
The Backstage Pass INCLUDES Full Day VIP Reserved Seating.
The Backstage Pass DOES NOT give the Pass holder Access into the Athlete Hold Area or Tanning Area.
Pass Holders who contravene any of the conditions of membership will have their backstage access including future access to the Backstage area revoked.
ATHLETE SUPPORT
For Any Enquiries or Questions regarding the Contest please drop us an email to info@champagneproductionsafrica.com
MEDIA PASS
Media Passes ARE AVAILABLE
An ACTIVE NPC or IFBB PRO Membership is Required
The Media Pass includes Backstage Access and Full Day VIP Reserved Seating.
Pass Holders who contravene any of the conditions of membership will have their access including future access to the Event revoked.
To Apply for your Media Pass with Contract please drop us an email to info@champagneproductionsafrica.com
ACCOMMODATION
SILVERSTAR HOTEL
R28, Muldersdrift, Mogale City, South Africa
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