Transformation class: New

The Transformation category is a new addition to the NABBA North West in 2026. It encompasses not only weight loss but also recognises individuals who have overcome challenges such as eating disorders, disease, cancer, mental health challenges, and any other health challenges or conditions that has significantly impacted your life.

This category serves as a celebratory platform to showcase personal journeys towards a healthier more positive lifestyle, celebrating each and every individuals transformation whatever it looks like or even doesn't look like as many transformations can be invisible.

Definition:

Contestants will present themselves on stage at next years NABBA North West on the 6th June 2026

Contestants will receive a transformation bio form prior to the event, which must be filled out and include  BEFORE and AFTER photos before registration.

Also a 30 second REEL talking about their journey will be played before they hit the stage.

ROUND 1:

-Women’s Swimwear Round: Attire same as Bikini Class

-Men: Men should wear board shorts and go barefoot, mens physique criteria

(Judges will be looking for the athlete to show off their personality and new found confidence/ liberation as a result of all their positive changes)

ROUND 2:

Competitors will perform a T-Walk individually.