WELCOME
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Dr. Rafael Santonja, James L. Lorimer, Bob Lorimer and Tony Doherty welcome
you to the inaugural Arnold Classic Australia.
The Arnold Classic Australia is a multi-sport program that takes place following in the footsteps of the original
Arnold Weekend concept in Columbus, Ohio.
LOCATION
Ranked among the top 10 cities in the world, Melbourne has one of the most multicultural of environments in
Australia. With world beating restaurants and dining, outdoor lifestyle, wonderful parks, world class cultural
activities, Melbourne will has something to please everyone including beautiful beaches surrounding Port
Phillip Bay.
VENUE
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
2 Clarendon St, Southbank, Melbourne
Recognised as Australasia’s Leading Meetings and Conference Centre in 2013 and 2012 by the prestigious
World Travel Awards, MCEC connects you with everything you need for a successful event. This includes
amazing spaces, leading technology, creative food and wine and staff with the skills and experience to bring
it all together. Located just a short walk from the centre of the city and overlooking Melbourne’s Yarra River
and is the centrepiece of Melbourne's South Wharf development.
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VISAS
You will need to apply for an Australian visa which is done online very easily. Here is the link: www.immi.gov.au
TIME DIFFERENCE
Australian Eastern Daylight Time UTC + 11 hours
CURRENCY
The official currency of Australia is the Australian Dollar (AU$)
CREDIT CARDS
International credit cards such as Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted at most major hotels, stores and
restaurants. American Express is not as widely accepted and attracts a higher merchant charge.
ELECTRICAL CURRENT
240 Volts
LANGUAGE
English
MELBOURNE AIRPORT
Melbourne Airport (IATA: MEL, ICAO: YMML), also known as Tullamarine Airport, is 23 km (14 mi) from
the city centre. Further information regarding Melbourne Airport can be found here: http://
melbourneairport.com.au
GETTING TO MELBOURNE CBD FROM THE AIRPORT
Buses, taxis and hire cars operate frequently to and from Melbourne Airpot.
The Sky Bus service departs every 10 minutes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service operates
between Melbourne airport and Southern Cross Station (Spencer Street, Melbourne) This can also be connected with the Sky Bus hotel transfer upon arrival at Southern Cross Station.
For more information visit www.skybus.com.au.
Taxis depart from designated areas throughout the airport. For more information on taxis from the airport,
visit taxi.vic.gov.au/fares.
Various car hire companies are available at the airport. Visit http://melbourneairportcarhire.com.au for more
information.
TAXIS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT
There are plenty of public transport services operating throughout Melbourne, including taxis, buses, trains
and trams. For more information regarding public transport, please visit Public Transport Victoria. Page 3
IMPORTANT ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION NOTICES
The official arrival day is Thursday 12th March 2015
Athlete registration and weigh-in will be conducted on Thursday 12th March from 2pm till 6pm at the
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre where the Expo will take place.
Additional weigh-in and registration will be available on Friday 13th March from 8am at the venue for those
unable to attend on Thursday.
For International Athletes, an IFBB Registration fee of $200 AUD will have to be paid in advance online or at
the time of registration. We fully recommend you to make advance payment by credit/debit card or Paypal at
www.ifbb.com/registration for your best comfort and convenience. Please add your name during online
payment and bring a copy of your payment confirmation to the registration. Australian National Athletes to enter at www.arnoldclassic.com.au/events/arnold-classic-australia-athleteregistration.
ARNOLD AMATEUR COMPETITION SCHEDULE
DAY
EVENT
LOCATION
Thursday 12th March, 2pm-6pm
Athlete Registration
Registration Desk, MCEC Concourse
Friday 13th March, from 8am
Athlete Registration
Registration Desk, MCEC Concourse
Friday 13th March
Bikini and Men’s Physique
Expo Main Stage, MCEC
Saturday 14th March
Figure, Fitness and Women’s Physique
Expo Main Stage, MCEC
Saturday 14th March
Men’s Bodybuilding - all classes
MCEC Plenary
Sunday 15th March
Men's Overall Finals and Awards
Expo Main Stage, MCEC
COUNTRIES ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE
National Federations affiliated to the IFBB from New Zealand and South Pacific Countries are eligible to
send athletes to the Arnold Classic Australia. Please remember that athletes are ONLY accepted if they have
been approved by their National Federation.
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ATHLETE VILLAGES
Hotel
Location
Room Type
Official Athlete
Hotel: Serviced
Apartment 350 William Street,
Melbourne VIC
3000 Oaks On William
Studio twin or
double, self
contained
Pegasus Apartment
206 A’Beckett
Street, Melbourne
3000
Bookings: Refer
to the Arnold
Classic Australia
Website Accommodation
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1 Bed
2 Bed
Kitchen
Restaurant
2km
$220 /
night
N/A
Cooking
facilities in
room
Option to order
meals via the
Radisson,
Flagstaff Gardens
2km
$280 /
night
$480 /
night
Cooking
facilities in
room
Option to order
meals via the
Radisson,
Flagstaff Gardens
Bookings: (Australia)
1300 554 275 (International)
+61 1300 554 275
Overflow Athletes
& Fans Hotel:
(if rooms are not
available at Oaks
on William)
Distance from
Venue
Serviced
Apartment
Minimum 2
night stay
PLEASE NOTE: All athletes and officials are responsible for booking their own hotel accommodation.
Please reserve your rooms well in advance to avoid disappointment.
GETTING TO THE VENUE: Melbourne’s CBD has a wide range of public transport options for you to choose
from, or it is an easy 15 minute walk.
ACCOMMODATION PARTNERS
Hotel
Location
Bookings
Clarrion Suites
Crowne Plaza Melbourne
1-5 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC 3008 Arnold Classic Australia Website Accommodation Page
Holiday Inn
Melbourne on Flinders
575 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Arnold Classic Australia Website Accommodation Page
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ACCOMMODATION PARTNERS - MANTRA HOTELS
Mantra on Little Bourke
471 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Arnold Classic Australia Website Accommodation Page
Mantra 100 Exhibition
100 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Arnold Classic Australia Website Accommodation Page
Mantra On the Park
333 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Arnold Classic Australia Website Accommodation Page
Mantra On Russell
222 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Arnold Classic Australia Website Accommodation Page
Breakfree Heritage
318 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Arnold Classic Australia Website Accommodation Page
TANNING NEEDS
The IFBB has banned all tans that can be wiped off. An official will check the tan of all athletes backstage
and if the tan comes off by simply wiping, then athlete will be told to remove the tan before going on stage
Athletes who wish to have a spray tan may wish to utilise the Official Tanning Sponsor, Pro Tan Australia.
Athletes wishing to use this service will do so at their own expense. Bookings available through the Arnold
Classic Australia website.
COMPETITOR NOTIFICATION
Once the entry form from the National Federation has been received and accepted, an official letter will be
sent confirming your participation in the 2015 Arnold Amateur IFBB International Bodybuilding, Physique,
Figure, Fitness and Bikini Championships. Those athletes who have not met the established requirements,
who missed the deadline for registration, or who registered in a division that has already been closed, will
also be notified that they will be unable to participate in this competition.
We strongly encourage you to register early and make the appropriate arrangements to compete. As there
are other events being held over the same time in Melbourne, hotels will be heavily booked so please book
ASAP.
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CATEGORIES OPEN FOR COMPETITION
CATEGORY
CLASSES
BIKINI
Junior - Under 23 years of age
Novice - Open to Australian Athletes only who have not won an IFBB title
• Under 163cm
• Over 163cm
Open
• Up to and including 159 cm (5’2½” ) • Up to and including 167 cm (5’5½” ) • Over 167 cm (Over 5’7” ) Masters - Over 35 years of age
FIGURE
Novice (Open to Australian Athletes only who have not won an IFBB title)
• Under 163cm
• Over 163cm
Open
• Up to and including 159 cm (5’2½” )• Up to and including 167 cm (5’5½” )
• Over 167 cm (Over 5’7” )
Masters - Over 35 years of age
WOMEN’S PHYSIQUE
Open
MEN’S BODYBUILDING
Junior - Under 23 years of age Novice - Open to Australian Athletes only who have not won an IFBB title
• Under 80kg
• Over 80kg
Open
• Under 65kg
• Under 70kg
• Under 80kg
• Under 90kg
• Under 100kg
• Over 100kg
Masters (35 years of age and over)
MEN’S CLASSIC BODYBUILDING
• Classic I: Up to and incl. 171cm
• Classic II: Over 171cm, up to and including 180cm
• Classic III: Over 180cm
MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT FOR THE HEIGHTS OF CLASSIC BODYBUILDING
MEN’S PHYSIQUE
Classic I
Up to and including 168cm
Over 168, up to and incl. 171cm
Height minus 100 = MAXIMUM WEIGHT
Height minus 100 + 2 kg = MAXIMUM WEIGHT
Classic II
Over 171cm, up to and incl. 175cm
Over 175cm, up to and incl. 180
Height minus 100 + 4 kg = MAXIMUM WEIGHT
Height minus 100 + 6 kg = MAXIMUM WEIGHT
Classic III
Over 180cm, up to and incl. 190cm
Over 190cm, up to and incl. 198cm
Over 198cm
Height minus 100 + 8 kg = MAXIMUM WEIGHT
Height minus 100 + 9 kg = MAXIMUM WEIGHT
Height minus 100 + 10 kg = MAXIMUM WEIGHT
• Up to and including 174cm
• Over 174cm
PLEASE NOTE: If the entries for certain categories are very high, the IFBB may add an extra height or
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POSING MUSIC
All posing music must be on an audio CD only and be the only track contained on the CD. Each competitor
must affix his name on the CD for easy identification. The use of profane, vulgar and offensive language is
strictly prohibited in the posing music.
ATHLETE AND DELEGATE ENTRY INTO VENUE
Each athlete participating in the championship will be provided with a wristband, and this will need to be
worn when entering the venue to ensure admittance.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
All the costs for travelling, hotel accommodations, transport from and to the airport and meals are the
responsibilities of the national federations or individual athletes. Check with your national federation for more
information. List of recommended hotels and contacts are provided on the Inspection Report.
AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL COMPETITORS
Australian competitors must be members of the IFBB Australia. Join at www.ifbbaustralia.com.au/
membership. Australian competitors enter at http://www.arnoldclassic.com.au/events/arnold-classic-australiaathlete-registration. All applications will be for forwarded to IFBB Australia for final approval.
All enquiries: [email protected]
INTERNATIONAL ENTRY FORM CONTACT DETAILS
All International entry forms and correspondence should be addressed to IFBB General Secretary William
Tierney at [email protected] and IFBB Head Office, Madrid at [email protected].
The deadline date for submitting the entry forms is March 1st, 2015.
PLEASE FORWARD ALL INTERNATIONAL ENTRY FORMS TO:
Please send entry forms no later than dd/mm/yy to:
Please send a copy to:
Ifbb General Secretary
William Tierney
Phone: +44 151 9314090
E-mail: [email protected]
International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness
Dr. Rafael Santonja
IFBB President
Phone: +34 91 535 2819 Fax: +34 91 6361270
E-mail: [email protected]
IFBB National Federations are informed that participation in to this championship is unlimited. Remember
that all athletes will have to produce their IFBB International Card at the registration. Any athlete who has not
yet purchase this IFBB International card will have to buy one at registration.
Australian Athletes must register for the National Federation online at www.ifbbaustralia.com.au.
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