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2025 IFBB Pro Vancouver Island Showdown Featuring Women’s Bodybuilding,Women’s Physique, Women’s Wellness
For the third consecutive year, the Vancouver Island Showdown welcomes top IFBB Pro women athletes to beautiful Victoria, BC, for an early opportunity to qualify for the 2025 Ms. Olympia. This event stands as Canada’s only ALL WOMEN pro show, where women take the spotlight as the main attraction in women’s bodybuilding, women’s physique, and women’s wellness.
Our IFBB Pro show guarantees to provide one of the finest athlete experiences within the entire IFBB Pro Series. But don’t just take our word for it; see what our athletes have to say about the IFBB Vancouver Island Showdown,
IFBB Pro Women’s Bodybuilding, Physique & Wellness come to Vancouver Island Showdown in 2023
Why Choose the 2025 Vancouver Island Showdown – An IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Competition:
The 2025 Vancouver Island Showdown Pro/Am stands as an exclusive event that places women athletes at the heart of the IFBB Pro Womens bodybuilding competition, showcasing their prowess to a global audience. With a prestigious Ms. Olympia qualification at stake, along with substantial prize money, our event offers a weekend filled with community-based experiences. Here’s why you should consider competing in Victoria, BC:
- Top-notch Lighting for Superior Visuals at the Competition
- High-Quality Show Production and Pay-per-view Options
- Generous Sponsorship Support for Engaging Giveaways & Exciting Prizes
- Exclusive Pre-Function Room Surprises Exclusively for IFBB Pro Contestants
- Streamlined Event Experience with Precise Start Times and Clear Communication
- Professional Hair, Tanning, and Makeup Services Available On-Site
- Nurturing Community Atmosphere with Exceptional Support for Contestants
- Serene Small-Town Vibe by the Pacific Ocean (Venue Located Within 800 Meters of the Water)
- Vibrant Tourist City Offering Whale Watching, Adventure Walks, and the Freshest Sushi Delights
- 24/7 Gym Access Provided by Truth Gym Gallery Throughout Your Entire Stay
- Amplified Media Exposure with Dedicated Photoshoots and Video Shoots Scheduled the Day After the Event at Truth Gym Gallery.
Join us at the 2025 Vancouver Island Showdown, where excellence meets an unparalleled athlete experience in the captivating backdrop of Victoria, BC. Gear up for a competition that celebrates the spirit of strength, community, and dedication to the craft of IFBB Pro Womens bodybuilding.
Prize Money:Cash Prizes
💰 Prize Money: $3,000 USD in Total Cash Prizes
For Women’s Bodybuilding, Women’s Physique
🏅 1st Place Open: $1,500 USD + Olympia Qualification
🥈 2nd Place Open: $1,000 USD
🥉 3rd Place Open: $500 USD
For Wellness sponsored by Wolfpak
🏅 1st Place Open: $3,500 USD + Olympia Qualification
🥈 2nd Place Open: $1,500 USD
🥉 3rd Place Open: $1,000 USD
Connect With Us To Help Promote You
Once you are committed to competing in the event, please send us a message here so that we know and can create promotional banners for you, interview you, and help spread the word to increase your following on social media as well as give people the backstory to cheer for you before getting on stage.
Athlete Social Package
- Athlete Interview with host of the Physique Business Podcast, Corey Swiergosz recorded for IG and Youtube
- Custom Athlete Promo Instagram story and feed post
Custom Awards & Swag
- Solid metal custom medals awarded 1st to 3rd place.
- Custom Lifting Belt and Fist Place awarded to all overall winners.
- All OPEN IFBB Pro Vancouver Island competitors will receive a custom Jersey. This unique jersey is only available to IFBB Pro athletes competing in the show with a $100 value. You must compete to get one!
- In addition to the jersey, you will receive a bag full of gifts from our sponsors. Athletes must register 4 weeks in advance to receive with a copy of your IFBB Pro Contract and Jersey size!
Once you have sent your contract, please email info@influentialsports.com with your jersey size.
Registration
Please register directly with the IFBB Pro League Office
To obtain your contract (register), please contact the IFBB Office at info@ifbb-proleague.com
Travel Information
Victoria, BC Canada is located on an Island in the Pacific Ocean. You cannot drive directly to Victoria, BC from Vancouver without going on a ferry service. Flying into Vancouver International Airport is not recommended to be your final destination unless you are transferring to a flight to Victoria International Airport or plan to take BC Ferries (Reservations Recommended) with your own private car.
Flying: Victoria International Airport (1640 Electra Blvd, Sidney, BC V8L 5V4)
Airport code: YYJ
*Note the airport is approximately 30 minutes North of the Host hotel and venue
Driving From Vancouver, BC Canada
No Uber and taxi service not recommended as it’ll be expensive and time consuming
Ferry Service: BC Ferries – Link To Booking
Leave From: Metro Vancouver – Vancouver (tsawassen)
Going To: Vancouver Island : Victoria (Swartz Bay)
*Note Swartz Bay is approximately 30 minutes from downtown Victoria, BC and the host hotel/venue
Driving From Seattle, WA, USA
FRS Clipper – Link To Booking
This is a walk on only ferry from downtown Seattle to Victoria, BC downtown. It will drop you off within a 10 minute walk or 2 minute drive from the host hotel and venue
Services
FOR COMPETITION TAN, HAIR AND MAKE-UP
Back Stage Competition Hair, Make-up and Lashes. Look your best with our expreinced bodybuilding stage hair and make-up artists. Under the stage lights, everything changes, now you can be confident you’ll look amazing!
Worry-free services conveniently at the contest venue!
Registration & Show Day Schedule
IFBB PRO ATHLETE CHECK-IN
Friday, April 18, 2025
All “Athlete Check-in” activities take place at the venue.
Victoria Conference Centre
A stunning homage to the cultures and traditions that make Victoria a great place to connect, Victoria Conference Centre (VCC) is the city’s largest conference facility.
720 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 3M7
Directions & Parking
The VCC has a two-level, 305-vehicle underground parking garage with access from Douglas Street.
The parkade is open daily (year-round) from 5:00 a.m. until midnight with an attendant on duty.
After hours, the parkade is secured. Rates are $1.75/30 minutes up to a daily maximum of $18.
There is a height restriction of 6’2″ (1.88 m).
The VCC parking garage is managed by Robbins Parking. Any enquiries please contact them here.
IFBB Pro’s Athlete Check-In
| 6:00 PM | Pro Athletes Meeting @ Victoria Conference Centre (Theatre) |
| 6:30 PM | Registration / Weigh-ins @ Victoria Conference Centre (Lobby) |
Please download the Muscleware App before arriving to the Athlete Check-in.
Saturday, April 19, 2025
SHOW DAY SCHEDULE
| 10:00 AM |
CPA Amateur Men’s & Women’s Show & IFBB Pre-Judging. |
| 10:00 AM | IFBB Pro Pre-judging
Download and Follow The Muscleware App For Updates Pro athlete call time is 12:00PM To Be Back Stage |
| 4:00 PM | CPA Men’s & Amateur Women Show & IFBB Finals |
| 4:00 PM |
IFBB Pro Finals Download and Follow The Muscleware App For Updates Pro athlete call time is 6:00PM To Be Back Stage Pro stage time will be approximately 7:00PM |
Venue & Hotel
Venue Location
Victoria Conference Centre
A stunning homage to the cultures and traditions that make Victoria a great place to connect, Victoria Conference Centre (VCC) is the city’s largest conference facility.
720 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 3M7
Directions & Parking
The VCC has a two-level, 305-vehicle underground parking garage with access from Douglas Street.
The parkade is open daily (year-round) from 5:00 a.m. until midnight with an attendant on duty.
After hours, the parkade is secured. Rates are $1.75/30 minutes up to a daily maximum of $18.
There is a height restriction of 6’2″ (1.88 m).
The VCC parking garage is managed by Robbins Parking. Any enquiries please contact them here.
Hotel Information
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
777 Douglas Street
Victoria, British Columbia V8W 2B5, Canada
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Self parking: Not available
Valet parking: C$30.00
Thursday, April 17, 2025 to Sunday, April 20, 2025
Standard Room – 1 king bed or 2 queen beds $269.00
One Bedroom Suite – 1 king bed or 2 queen beds $299.00
Reservations can be made up until Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at which time, no further reservations will be made, unless requested directly with the hotel and subject to hotel availability. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Downtown Victoria attractions on our doorstep
We’re located in downtown Victoria, two blocks from the waterside paths of the Inner Harbour, the Royal BC Museum, and Parliament House. Find a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment within a kilometer of our door. Our fitness center is open 24 hours and every stay begins with a warm DoubleTree cookie.
Tickets
In-Person Audience Tickets
Prejudging | Saturday, April 19, 2025 @ 10:00AM
Finals | Saturday, April 19, 2025 @ 4:00PM
$70 each show OR $130 full day access + taxes/fees
Pay-Per-View Live Stream
Full Day Access | Saturday, April 19, 2025
$50 + taxes/fees
Coaches VIP Pass
Backstage & Theatre Access | Saturday, April 19, 2025
$230 + taxes and fees
Tickets & Passes
Backstage Trainer Pass
IFBB Pros can purchase Backstage Trainer Passes at check-ins. Please note that these are for trainers only. Professional photography, videography, tanning, and make-up are strictly prohibited and will result in your disqualification. All coaches need either an NPC or IFBB Pro Card.
