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The 2012 Emerald Cup Bodybuilding, Fitness, Figure, Bikini & Physique Championships and Expo is approaching fast! We have dedicated this page to answer the majority of the Emerald Cup questions you might have. DOWNLOAD AND PRINT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS! The Emerald Cup is a fun filled 2 day event. Women's Fitness & Figure takes place on Friday, April 20th at the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, WA. Fitness & Figure competitor registration is from 9:30 – 10:45am. The competitor meeting is at 11:00am, Doors open to the public at 11:15am, and the judging starts at 12:00pm, $20.00 general admission. Expo closes at 3:30pm. The finals are at 7:00pm. Doors open to the public at 6:15pm and reserved tickets are $40.00, $35.00, and $30.00. Bodybuilding, Bikini and Physique takes place on Saturday, April 21st. Bodybuilding competitor meeting is at 9:00am, doors open to the public at 9:45am prejudging starts at 10:00am. Bikini and Physique Championships begin at 12:00 noon. Expo closes at 3:30pm. All this only $20.00 general admission. The finals are at 7:00pm. Doors open to the public at 6:15pm and reserved tickets are $40.00, $35.00, and $30.00. Pro Powerlifting event is both days from 11:00am - 3:00pm and is included in the $20.00 general admission price. For more info on the Pro Powerlifting event click here: www.HardcorePowerlifting.com. The Emerald Cup will feature over 75 Expo Booths that will be open to all ticket holders both days at both morning and evening events. It is held in conjunction with each show and the pro powerlifting events. Everything is contained in the main convention hall at the Meydenbauer Center Quick Links
HotelThe 2012 Emerald Cup Host Hotel is sold out! We have secured 3 more fantastic hotels for you. Each have their own appeal depending on what you are needing. The Coast Bellevue is right across the street from the Meydenbauer and walking distance plus they have a free shuttle service. The Red Lion is a 3 block walking distance from the Meydenbauer. The Larkspur is not walking distance but it has kitchenettes and a free shuttle. All 3 are very nice hotels and both have a special Emerald Cup pricing for you! Below is complete information for each hotel. We suggest you make your reservations as soon as possible!
HOTEL FEATURES & AMENITIES
The Red Lion: 3 blocks south of the Convention Center. It is $99.00 with breakfast included if you mention the Emerald Cup. The hotel has 175 non-smoking guestrooms and 8 ADA approved accessible rooms. The hotel features the "Stay Comfortable" Pillow Top Bed, over stuffed pillows, comforters and maple furnishings in each of its guestrooms. On property we feature our restaurant "Jonah's" and a spacious outdoor pool. We also have an on-site fitness center available for our guests to enjoy with new equipment. Call 1-800-RED-LION or call them directly at 425-455-5240 to book the special and be sure to mention you are with the 2012 BSN Emerald Cup. You can book your hotel room online through the Red Lion website Red Lion Bellevue Select the hotel in Bellevue, Washington or you can click here Red Lion Hotel Bellevue. In the field below “group/convention code” (these boxes should appear on the right hand side of the screen) you would type EMER0418 to get the rate. The Larkspur Landing Bellevue: a 10 minute drive from the Meydenbauer Center with very easy access from the Emerald Cup event. The Larkspur Landing has two different rooms styles – the Studio Suite featuring Queen FeatherBorne bed, and the Executive King Suite featuring a King FeatherBorne bed and double sofa sleeper. In addition to an LCD TV, DVD player, and fully equipped kitchen in the room, guests also receive the following complimentary services and amenities:
Special Emerald Cup rates – You must mention that you are with the Emerald Cup - are: Studio Suite $94/night plus tax and Executive Suite $104/night plus tax The group block pricing is available from Wednesday, April 18th – Sunday, April 22nd. Call them directly at 425- 373-1212 and mention the Emerald Cup for the group rate. Larkspur Landing Bellevue/Renton, 15805 SE 37th Street, Bellevue, WA 98006, Hotel Line: (425) 373-1212
VENUEThe venue is the Meydenbauer Center. The address is: 11100 NE 6th St., Bellevue, WA 98004. Call 425-637-1020 for current parking garage pricing. The Expo and the show are all contained in the main convention hall and the ticket prices include both. There is no separate price for either one, they include each other. Bellevue is just 20 minutes from Seattle. There are a lot of sites to visit. The Space Needle, Pike Place Market, the Waterfront, and EMP (Experience Music Project) are some of the most popular attractions for those of you wanting to make this a longer vacation.
THE SHOWFriday, April 20th is the Fitness & Figure Prejudging and Finals & Pro Powerlifting event. Prejudging begins at 12:00 noon and doors to the expo/show will open to the public at 11:15am and close at 3:00pm. Tickets are $20.00 general admission. Pro Powerlifting event included in admission price. Evening Finals Reserved tickets are $40.00, $35.00 & $30.00. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Pre-show big Screen Video presentation by Terry Photo at 6:20pm. Show starts at 7:00pm. Guest performers will include IFBB Fitness Pro Sheri Vucick, Physique Artist Extraordianire Russ Testo, and Mystic Cubed Jean-Francois-Martel. Saturday, April 21st will host the Bikini, Physique and Bodybuilding competitors & Pro Powerlifting event. Competitor meeting for all Saturday physique competitors begins at 9:00am and doors will open to the public at this time. The Bodybuilding and Women’s Physique Judging begin at 10:00am. Tickets are $20.00 General Admission and will include the Bikini and Men’s Physique judging and finals beginning at 12:00noon. Pro Powerlifting event included in $20.00 general admission price. Doors open for the evening finals at 5:45pm with a pre-show Big Screen Video presentation by Terry Photo at 6:20pm. The Men’s & Women’s Bodybuilding and Women’s Physique Finals begin at 7:00pm. Guest performers will be IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Branch Warren, Physique Artist Extraordinaire Russ Testo and Mystic Cubed Jean-Francois Martel. Finals tickets are reserved seating, $40.00, $35.00, and $30.00. TICKETSAdvanced tickets can be purchased through Brown Paper Tickets 1 -800-838-3006 or online at www.brownpapertickets.com. Brown Paper Tickets has a seating chart that will show you exactly the tickets you are purchasing. We recommend purchasing your tickets as soon as possible as they are on a best first availability. All unsold tickets will be available at the door, cash only. Friday April 20th: 9:15am – 3:00pm. $20.00 General Admission includes Expo booths and Fitness/Figure Prejudging and Pro Powerlifting event. 6:00pm – 9:30pm. $40.00, $35.00 and $30.00 Reserved Seating Ticket includes Expo booths and Fitness/Figure Finals. Saturday April 21st: 9:15am – 3:00pm. $20.00 General Admission includes Expo booths, Bodybuilding & Women’s Physique Judging, Pro Powerlifting Event and Bikini & Men’s Physique Judging and Finals. 6:00pm – 10:30pm. $40.00, $35.00 and $30.00 Reserved Seating ticket includes Expo booth and Men & Women’s Bodybuilding and Women’s Physique Finals. GUEST PERFORMERSFriday night, April 20th, 7:00pm will feature IFBB Fitness Pro Sheri Vucick, Physique Artist Extraordinaire Russ Testo and Cirque performer world champion Eric Saintonge “The Wheel”. Saturday, April 21st, 7:00pm Evening Finals will feature IFBB Pro Bodybuilders Branch Warren, Brandon Curry & Nathan DeTracey, Cirque performer world champion Eric Saintonge “The Wheel” and Physique Artist Extraordinaire Russ Testo. PROFESSIONAL POWERLIFTING EVENTFriday April 20th 11:00am – 3:00pm and Saturday April 21st 10:00am – 3:00pm The best North American Professional Powerlifters competing for $12,000.00 in prize money. You’ll not see lifters this big squatting this much weight under one roof anywhere else in the Northwest. For complete information visit: www.HardcorePowerlifting.com $20.00 general admission each day includes powerlifting, expo booths and physique judging. EXPOThe Emerald Cup will feature over 75 Expo Booths that will be open to all ticket holders both days at both morning and evening events. It is held in conjunction with each show and the pro powerlifting events. Everything is contained in the main convention hall at the Meydenbauer Center. PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICESFamed Northwest Physique Photographer Mark Mason will be the Official Contest Photographer and Videographer. Mark is making his photographic services available to all competitors. Complete information about the photograph packages available can be found at Mark's website. Remember the fun you had at the show with a commemorative DVD. Contact Mark directly via email or through his website for further information or to schedule a gym or studio shoot. DAVID BARTON GYM TO HOST ALL 30th ANNIVERSARY EMERALD CUP ATTENDEESThe posh David Barton Gym located in the Bravern Mall at 11111 NE 8th St. has agreed to serve as the Host Gym for all Emerald Cup attendees. Just let the staff at the front desk know you are here for the show and they will provide complimentary workouts for all attendees. David Barton and Manager Chris Wilbus have graciously opened up their gym to Host the Emerald Cup attendees for Wednesday through Saturday. The Gym is located at the Bravern Mall, next door to the Meydenbauer Center, at 1111 NE 8th St., Bellevue, WA 98004 425-453-7887. The hours of the gym are M-F 5:00 AM until 10:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 AM until 7:00 PM. You can park in the Bravern Mall Garage and get your parking validated at the gym. This gym is unbelievable and you will not want to miss your opportunity to work out in one of the premier clubs in the country! COMPETITOR INFORMATIONClick here for complete competitor information UP TO THE MINUTE INFORMATIONCan be found on our blog “The Promoters” |
