NPC Membership & Event Registration
Every athlete competing in the KlickWay NPC Washington State Open must hold a current National Physique Committee membership and must also complete a separate event entry through Muscleware. Use this guide to complete both steps correctly and prepare for competition weekend.
An NPC membership does not automatically enter you into the event. Event registration does not replace your required NPC membership.
Do Not Confuse These Two Registrations
NPC membership registers you with the National Physique Committee for the membership year. Competition entry registers you specifically for the 2026 KlickWay NPC Washington State Open. You must complete both before competing.
Complete These Two Required Steps
Complete your NPC membership first so you have your member number available when you enter the competition through Muscleware.
Get or Renew Your NPC Membership
Visit the official NPC registration website to purchase or renew your National Physique Committee membership. Save your membership number and make sure you can access your current card before check-in.
Athletes must hold a current NPC membership for the year in which the competition takes place.
Enter the NPC Washington State Open
After obtaining your NPC membership number, complete the official event entry through Muscleware. Select your division and every class for which you are legitimately eligible.
Review your spelling, date of birth, contact information, coach, team, divisions and classes before submitting payment.
Basic Competitor Requirements
Review these requirements before beginning your entry so you do not reach checkout missing information you need.
Current NPC Membership
Every athlete must have a current NPC membership and provide the membership number during event registration.
Age Eligibility
Competitors must meet the age requirements for the selected Junior or Masters classes and may be asked to provide proof of age.
Correct Division and Classes
Select the appropriate division and only the classes for which you qualify based on age, experience, service background and NPC rules.
Have This Information Ready Before You Begin
Preparing your information first will make the online entry process faster and reduce the chance of registration errors.
Personal Information
- Your legal or preferred competition name
- Date of birth
- Email address and phone number
- Current NPC membership number
- Occupation and athlete biography, when requested
- Team, sponsor and coach information
Competition Selections
- Your correct competition division
- Open, True Novice or Novice eligibility
- Applicable Masters age classes
- Junior eligibility when offered
- Hero eligibility when applicable
- Every additional class you legitimately qualify for
⚠️ Bring Proof of Age When Required
Competitors entered in age-based classes should bring government-issued identification to competitor check-in. This includes Masters and Junior athletes and any competitor whose age eligibility must be verified.
Keep your identification and current NPC membership information accessible when you arrive for check-in and weigh-in.
Before You Submit Your Event Entry
Take a few minutes to confirm your selections before proceeding through checkout.
Review Class Eligibility
Use the event eligibility guide to determine every class for which you qualify before opening the registration form.
Confirm Your Membership
Make sure your NPC membership is current and that you have the correct member number ready.
Check Every Entry Field
Verify your name, birth date, email, phone number, coach, team and class selections before paying.
Save Your Confirmation
Keep your registration confirmation and payment receipt available in case you need to reference them before check-in.
Frequently Asked Registration Questions
Is my NPC membership the same as my event entry?
No. NPC membership and entry into the Washington State Open are two separate purchases and registrations.
Do I need my NPC member number before entering?
Yes. The Muscleware athlete entry form requires an NPC member number, so completing membership first is the smoothest process.
Can I enter more than one class?
Yes. The event entry form allows multiple classes. Enter every class for which you legitimately qualify.
Where do I find division rules?
Current NPC division rules, mandatory poses and presentation requirements are available through NPC News Online.
Do spectators need an NPC membership?
No. NPC membership is for competitors. Spectators purchase event tickets separately.
What should I bring to competitor check-in?
Bring access to your current NPC card and identification when age verification applies. Review the complete check-in guide before arriving.
Join the NPC. Then Enter the Stage.
Complete your NPC membership, submit your official Washington State Open entry and take the next step toward competing on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Auburn Performing Arts Center.