Competition Rules
EDMONTON
ABA SHOW 2016
MAY 1 & 2, 2016
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EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE | NORTHLANDS
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EDMONTON ABA
MAY 1 & 2, 2016 | EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE | NORTHLANDS
2016 EDMONTON ABA SHOW GENERAL RULES
To register for any competition please call 1-800-268-6644
Entry fees are $100 per competition except for new talent which is $50
GENERAL RULES FOR ALL HAIR COMPETITIONS
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Models should wear capes during cutting and styling.
One electrical outlet is provided for each competitor. No power bar allowed.
Only one electrical tool can be plugged in at a time.
Models must refrain from using blow dryers or arrange hair with fingers.
When asked to move a model to a staging area to be judged, the competitor will be given 1 minute
to adjust the neckline that may have moved in transferring.
6. Coaching from the audience will result in demerits of -5.
7. Judging for all hair competitions is based on the following criteria:
a) Competition Quality/Technical Excellence
b) Suitability to the category and model’s head and face structure
c) Degree of new creativity
d) Use of colour to enhance haircut and style
8. All scores are based on the international system, ranging from 30 –20 points.
9. New Talent, Women’s Trend and National Women’s Championship competitions are CLOSED for
Provincial entries ONLY.
10. All other competitions are open to competitors from any province and all levels
of experience including students, apprentices and professional stylist.
COMPETITION DEMERIT OUTLINE
Hairstyle out of category
Colour out of category
Attire out of category
Hair cutting – no change of length
Pre-cutting per area
Hair not wet evenly & or combed back
Indecent attire
Coaching from the audience
Latecomers up to 5 minutes
Misuse of conduct
-3
-3
-2
-1 to -5
-1 to -5
-1 to -2
-3
-5
-5
-5
Not respecting start and stop time
Tools penalty
Hairpieces, extensions and supports
Model not facing the mirror
Long hair length too short
Hair not brushed through
Ornamentation
Ornament made from hair or any fibers
that look like hair
-2
-1 to -3
-5
-1
-1 to -3
-3
-1 to -3
-3
Sages on the competition floor will give demerits. Commissionaire will review demerits and a collective majority will result in the final demerits to be
handed in to the tabulator by the commissionaire. The tabulator will deduct the demerits from final score.
THE DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL.
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145 Traders Boulevard East | Units 26 & 27 | Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 3L3 | Toll Free: (800) 268-6644 | Fax: (905) 568-1581
EDMONTON ABA
MAY 1 & 2, 2016 | EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE | NORTHLANDS
GLAMOUROUS EVENING ELEGANT MAKEUP
Going on a romantic elegant evening date or attending a special exciting red carpet night time party, this competition allows the
makeup artist to create a glamourous evening make-up design suited for a real woman who’s desire to look attractively beautiful
and feel glamorous. The make-up should reflect the artist’s own interpretation as to how to enhance cosmetic highlights; contour
and shades for the models face structure, features and coordinate with the Glamorous Elegant Evening theme.
This competition is open to ALL LEVELS of experience of esthetician, cosmetologist, make-up artist, hairstylist, student, or
professional, with training and experience in makeup artistry.
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REPORT TO FLOOR: Models must report to their positions with the face cleaned and free from the neck up of any
cosmetics, moisturizers, and any type of false lashes. EYE LASHES MUST BE APPLIED DURING COMPETITION TIME
failure to apply eyelashes will result in -2 demerits. Model must be draped and ready for the competition.
(Demerit -1 to -3)
Competitors will be removed from competition floor after they have set up their workspace to allow Judges to prejudge
models face prior to makeup application. Upon the time the judges complete their previewing the competition will begin.
2.
TOOL AND PRODUCT: The competitor will provide all working tools and make-up and be responsible for his/her own
model. (Demerit -1 to -5)
3.
ASSISTANTS: No assistants are allowed to assist on the floor and the use of a makeup chair during the competition
is not allowed. Talking between the artist and the model is allowed, softly and professionally without being disruptive
socially.
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HAIR: Model’s hair must be100% pulled back off the face and secured prior to arriving to the competition floor...
(Demerit -2)
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CLOTHING: The model should be dressed in an evening, elegant, glamourous, romantic attire in keeping with the
makeup and competition theme. (Demerit -2)
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TIME: allotted to complete make-up is 40 minutes.
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JUDGING: will be on these four criteria:
Technique
Corrective application
Color enhancement
Total fashion effect and overall presentation
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SCORES: Judging will be done on the finished look, on a 30-point system
Please refer to the general rules for all other regulations and demerits. Sages on the competition floor will give demerits. Floor Commissionaire will review
demerits and a collective majority will result in the demerits to be handed in to the tabulator by the floor commissionaire. The tabulator will deduct the
demerits from the final score.
THE DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL.
ABACanada | www.abacanada.com
145 Traders Boulevard East | Units 26 & 27 | Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 3L3 | Toll Free: (800) 268-6644 | Fax: (905) 568-1581
EDMONTON ABA
MAY 1 & 2, 2016 | EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE | NORTHLANDS
WOMEN’S BRIDAL LONG HAIR - ON A LIVE MODEL
Wether embellished, sleek/slicked back, pulled high and tight or worn half up/down in loose curls or waves this Women’s Bridal
Long Hair competition. We will be looking for runway inspired bridal hair that is half up and fits “Real appeal to the everyday
brides wedding hair.” The competitor and model will arrive to competition floor with STRAIGHT HAIR, not fixed, styled or set in
any way in advance demerits will result if this rule is not followed.
The competitor will be asked to brush through hair in the presence of the commissionaire and or sages during the pre-check of
models hair.
This competition is open to all ages. Demerits will be given for any resemblance of International Fashion Long Hair and or attire.
Competitors may use scissors during the competition to clean up ends only. No length may change.
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Hair length: The Hair must be shoulder length or longer, layers are optional and the minimum length in layers must be
10 cm. Bang area can be shorter no deeper than 2.5 cm
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Colour: The use of all colours are free. Keeping in mind todays newest trends and design principals for brides hair.
No sprays, chalks or pens of any kind may be applied on the competition floor.
3.
Products: All styling products are allowed.
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Styling Tools: All styling tools are allowed.
5.
Supports: The use of any kind of supports in this hairstyle are not allowed.
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Hairpieces: Hairpieces are not allowed.
7.
Ornaments: Ornaments are allowed and must fit the bridal theme. Keeping in mind todays newest trends and design
principals for a bride.
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Extensions: Hair extensions are allowed and must be added prior to coming on the competition floor.
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Clothing: Total bridal design for a real everyday brides wedding attire.
10. Demerits: Competitors who do not follow the instructions above and follow the General rules and Competition Demerit
Outline will be penalised by sages in consultation with the floor commissionaire and ALL DECISIONS ARE FINAL.
11. Competition Time: 30 min
12. Scores and Judging: Max 30 points, Min 22 points. Judges will use the Guidelines for Ranking, Four step criterion:
Composition Quality/Technical Excellence, Suitability, Creativity and Colour and Model/Mannequin presence.
THE DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL.
ABACanada | www.abacanada.com
145 Traders Boulevard East | Units 26 & 27 | Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 3L3 | Toll Free: (800) 268-6644 | Fax: (905) 568-1581
EDMONTON ABA
MAY 1 & 2, 2016 | EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE | NORTHLANDS
ABA’S BATTLE OF THE BARBER - CREATIVE FREESTYLE ON LIVE MODEL
This is a CABA sanctioned competition for competitors who are on the path to the podium. Bring your best Flat Top, Mohawk,
Tattooing, Highest Pomp… There are no limits in this competition! Judges will be looking for workmanship, creativity,
imagination, degree of difficulty and execution of an original idea. Pre-colour and art colours (i.e. makeup, spray colours, hair
paints) are permitted.
Competitors will have 35 MINUTES to complete. Models MUST be over 14 years old.
This is an open competition for all levels of experience: from students and apprentices to professional stylists within our
industry, all are eligible to enter. All competitors must check in at the ABA registration desk at least one hour prior to the
competition time. If a competitor is late, they may forfeit their place in the competition and their paid entry fee.
GENERAL RULES AND INFORMATION
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Models will wear capes during cutting and styling.
One electrical outlet is provided for each competitor. No power bar allowed.
Only one electrical tool can be plugged in at a time.
Models must refrain from using blow dryers or arrange hair with fingers.
When asked to move a model to a staging area to be judged, the competitor will be given 1 minute
to adjust the neckline that may have moved in transferring.
Coaching from the audience will result in demerits of -5.
Judging for all hair competitions is based on the following criteria:
a) Competition Quality/Technical Excellence
b) Suitability to the category and model’s head and face structure
c) Degree of new creativity
d) Use of colour to enhance haircut and style
Sages on the competition floor will give demerits. Commissionaire will review demerits and a collective majority will result
in the final demerits to be handed in to the tabulator by the commissionaire. The tabulator will deduct the demerits from
final score. The decisions of the judges are final.
ABA’S BATTLE OF THE BARBER RULES
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All competitors must bring a live model and barbering tools in order to participate. Both the barber and the model
must sign a waiver/model release form (available at check-in) in order to compete.
All models hair must be cut at the competition. Light colour sprays, coloured pencils and hair chalks are allowed.
Barber must show a transformation in the model’s hair. The Sages will pre-inspect models hair during pre-judging or
during check-in. Violation of the rules will result in a deduction of -5 points and/or disqualification.
NO STRAIGHT EDGE RAZORS AND/OR RAZOR BLADES ARE PERMITTED IN THIS COMPETITION.
All competitors must check-in with their models at least one hour prior to the battle.
Judging will be conducted on a visual basis only. Judges will use the 30 point scoring system.
There is a limited space available, so competitors will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
THE DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL.
ABACanada | www.abacanada.com
145 Traders Boulevard East | Units 26 & 27 | Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 3L3 | Toll Free: (800) 268-6644 | Fax: (905) 568-1581
EDMONTON ABA
MAY 1 & 2, 2016 | EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE | NORTHLANDS
NEW TALENT LEVEL: WOMEN’S TREND CUT & STYLE - ON A MENNEQUIN
This women’s trend competition we are looking for today’s newest contemporary, modern well designed and executed haircut.
The competitor has the freedom to create a total Haircut and style on a mannequin, include fashion that any women who
follows the newest runway trends would love to wear. This style may have some progressive elements, must show excellent
workmanship in the technical haircutting skills and the stylist should think of the colour choice and their placement as accents
to emphasis their design. The combination of technical excellence in the cut, supported by the colour and the quality of
finishing are extremely important design elements in creating a winning look.
No hair extensions of any kind are allowed. The sages will demerit -3 to -6 for any extreme or avant-garde and full fashion
hairstyles for out of category. Competitor must use a tripod (NO TABLE CLAMPS ALLOWED).
The competitor has the freedom to choose any type of mannequin. Although it is recommended that the stylist consider a
competition quality mannequin.
Any current student and or a student who has graduated no more than one year prior to the date of the competition or any
apprentice with up to two years’ experience and resides in the province are eligible to enter.
1.
START HAIR: The competitor has the choice to start on wet hair or dry hair. Hair must be brushed the presence of the
sage prior to the competition starting.
2.
HAIR LENGTH: One inch (2,5 cm) of hair must be cut throughout the entire head. Failure to do so will result in up to -5
demerits. The sages will physically check hair length before and visually during the competition to assure that the length
has visibly changed. The cut may be shorter or longer lengths, but must suit the mannequin face and Trend category.
3.
HAIR COLOUR: All commercial colours are accepted. It is recommended that the stylist consider the choice of
colours and their placement as accents to their design. The use of bright, neon colors must not exceed more than
30% of the overall finished look. The choice of colors is a vital part of this composition and should only reinforce the
technical excellence of the haircut. The use of any kind of gels or spray colour on the competition floor are not
allowed. Sages will demerit -3 if this rule is not followed.
4.
TOOLS AND PRODUCTS: All hair-cutting tools can be used. Trimmers/Clippers are permitted. However the use of
clipper guards/blades of any other type that measures the length of the hair is forbidden. All hand held electrical
finishing tools are allowed to finish the hairstyling.
5.
CLOTHING: Must fit with the overall theme of today’s newest trends. Competitor has the freedom to dress the entire
tripod. The fashion design is considered as part of the overall interpretation of the theme Women’s Trend. Sages will
demerit out of category attire.
6.
COMPETITION TIME: 45 minutes. Judges will score on Composition Quality /Technical Excellence, Suitability,
Creativity and Colour, Mannequins Total Trend Presentation.
7.
DEMERITS: Please refer to the general rules for all other regulations and demerits. Sages on the competition floor will
give demerits. Commissionaire will review demerits and a collective majority will result in the final demerits to be
handed in to the tabulator by the commissionaire. The tabulator will deduct the demerits from final score.
THE DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL.
ABACanada | www.abacanada.com
145 Traders Boulevard East | Units 26 & 27 | Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 3L3 | Toll Free: (800) 268-6644 | Fax: (905) 568-1581
EDMONTON ABA
MAY 1 & 2, 2016 | EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE | NORTHLANDS
WOMEN’S TREND CUT & STYLE (PROFESSIONAL LEVEL) - ON A MENNEQUIN
This women’s trend competition we are looking for today’s newest contemporary, modern well designed and executed haircut.
The competitor has the freedom to create a total Haircut and style on a mannequin, include fashion that any women who
follows the newest runway trends would love to wear. This style may have some progressive elements, must show excellent
workmanship in the technical haircutting skills and the stylist should think of the colour choice and their placement as accents
to emphasis their design. The combination of technical excellence in the cut, supported by the colour and the quality of
finishing are extremely important design elements in creating a winning look.
Hair extensions are allowed. The addition of hair extensions provides the stylist the opportunity to further express their
creativity. The sages will demerit -3 to -6 for extreme or avant-garde and full fashion hairstyles for out of category.
Competitor must use a tripod (NO TABLE CLAMPS ALLOWED) The competitor has the freedom to choose any type of
mannequin. It is recommended that the stylist consider a competition quality mannequin. Although it is recommended that the
stylist consider a competition quality mannequin.
This competition is open to any Licensed Professional Hairstylist.
1.
START HAIR: The competitor has the choice to start on wet hair or dry hair. Hair must be brushed in the presence of the
sage prior to the competition starting.
2.
HAIR LENGTH: One inch (2, 5 cm) of hair must be cut throughout the entire head. Failure to do so will result in up to -5
demerits. The sages will physically check hair length before and visually during the competition to assure that the length
has visibly changed. The cut may be shorter or longer lengths, but must suit the mannequin face and Trend category.
3.
HAIR COLOUR: Any commercial colours are accepted. It is recommended that the stylist consider the newest trends for
colour and placement as accents to their style. The use of bright or neon colors must not exceed more than 30% of the
overall finished look. The choice of colors is a vital part of this composition and should only reinforce the technical
excellence of the haircut and finished style. The uses of any kind of gels or spray colour on the competition floor are not
allowed. Sages will demerit -3 if this rule is not followed.
4.
HAIR EXTENSIONS: Up to 25% hair extensions may be used to add length, colour or volume, but must be bonded prior
to coming on the competition floor. No extensions with clips of any type can be used. Sages will demerit -5 if this rule is
not followed.
5.
TOOLS AND PRODUCTS: All hair-cutting tools can be used. Trimmers / Clippers are permitted.
HOWEVER the use of clipper guards/blades of any other type that measures the length of the hair is forbidden.
6.
CLOTHING: Must fit with the overall theme of today’s newest trends. Competitor has the freedom to dress the entire
tripod. The fashion design is considered as part of the overall interpretation of the theme Women’s Trend. Sages will
demerit out of category attire.
7.
COMPETITION TIME: 45 minutes. Judges will score on Composition Quality /Technical Excellence, Suitability, Creativity
and Colour, Mannequins Total Trend Presentation.
8.
DEMERITS: Please refer to the general rules for all other regulations and demerits. Sages on the competition floor will
give demerits. Commissionaire will review demerits and a collective majority will result in the final demerits to be handed
in to the tabulator by the commissionaire. The tabulator will deduct the demerits from final score.
THE DECISIONS OF THE JUDGES ARE FINAL.
ABACanada | www.abacanada.com
145 Traders Boulevard East | Units 26 & 27 | Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 3L3 | Toll Free: (800) 268-6644 | Fax: (905) 568-1581