2024 marks A1’s 13 th year of operation, providing an expert, high quality tanning service to the UK bodybuilding and physique scene.
Myself (Nicola) and my husband Kenny are both competitive athletes with an extensive experience in the UK scene, and Internationally at the Universe held in Germany. So we understand that tanning can be stressful, and we do our upmost to ensure every athlete has a pleasant experience. From the moment you book your tan you will be looked after.
You can find pre tanning information on my website and you will always be welcome to contact us to ask any questions. We take care of everything on show day, and aftercare too.
The whole team have all been professionally trained in competition tanning, preparation and care. We are also fully insured, so you can have total peace of mind.
2024 A1 is proud to once again be the official tanners for IBFA, UKDFBA, NAC, , CIBB , UIBFF We also are tanning for other non official shows too, so feel free to contact and enquire about any UK show you may be attending. the 4th A1 classic will also be tanned by A1 tanning .
If you go international then we do packages to take with you. Three weeks before your show we will send you pre tan information and an invoice for the full cost to be paid a week from your show. No need for a deposit unless we ask.
Competition tans are different to the tanning you receive on your local high street tanning booth. This is because of the extremely high luminosity of the stage lighting which can vary from venue to venue. We will take the guess work out of optimising your look, and will decide if you, as an individual, require 1 or 2 coats. This will depend on your skin type and the category you are competing in.
All skin tones and types require optimum tanning solutions when it comes to bodybuilding and physique competition, this includes Asian and black skin. No matter your colour or tone we will ensure you will look perfect on stage so no worries.
Most shows we will do 1 coat day before and 1 coat backstage on show day. Some shows it’s only possible to do 2 coats on show day. We will keep you fully appraised of the situation of each show well before the event.
You can expect all A1 Tanning staff to work to the same procedures, all staff have been trained in a standardised way for all shows. Usually 2 to 4 days before show, or before, providing the promoters firm up running orders, we will send you your appointment time for your tan.
For the girls, when a light facial coat is required the day before show or early on show day, we will tell you in good time when your appointment for this will be. You will have plenty of time to get ready after tanning, so there’s nothing to worry about.
Any questions just tex me on 07769187597
or email nicola.a1.comptan@gmail.com