Long Island Experience Productions

06/12/2024

On June 12, 1998, I sat at the bar in the Grill Room at the corner of Adams Ave and Commerce Drive. I was 24 years old and was super excited that I was finally pursuing the dream of building my first gym and business which was directly behind this corner shopping center. 26 years later, I'm still at it, still a bit spicy, and I've got fight left in me! (I have the receipt of the lunch I had that day somewhere! Damned that I couldn't dig through some boxes since we moved to find it!!)

05/20/2024

Drop a vote, would ya? I am likely NOT "Mr H&F 24." But..stranger things have happened in this world, like the pet rock!

Vote for Phil Sottile to be featured in Muscle & Fitness Magazine and take home $20,000.

04/05/2024

So...just on a whim, I answered a query about being "featured" in Muscle and Fitness. Though, I could never see myself in the magazine because I do not fit the "archetype" that would grace the pages. But...some heroes don't wear capes, are confined to wheelchairs, or do those little things that don't end up on the front page.

Question: When the voting starts, can I get yours!?

Vote for Phil Sottile to be featured in Muscle & Fitness Magazine and take home $20,000.

08/14/2018

GRATEFUL- FITNESS EQUIPMENT DONATIONS -

08/14/2018

FITNESS EQUIPMENT - DONATIONS SOUGHT -

08/01/2018

FITNESS EQUIPMENT - DONATIONS SOUGHT -

08/01/2018

05/06/2018

The lights of the heavens shine down.....I am OUT of competition ....not DOWN! Stay healthy. Stay Natural my friends.

10/01/2017

Thank you to all who walked our stage. I know....pictures....video. I need to sort it out little by little. Still exhausted by the last 4 months of show preparation and attempting to get my charming bride away for a few days. We will get it together. Thank you all for being at such a great event. I am truly humbled by your kind words and gestures. Always...

09/29/2017

Late night burning the midnight oil: Saturdays show final planning underway: burning opening journey, night show choreography, and the Sopranos gets me through it all. Fuhgedaboutit!!

09/28/2017

Thank you to all of the athletes, fans, and loyal competitors that graced the stages of the Long Island Experience. It was a great 15 year run and I thank you for all your warm thoughts, emails, and phone calls. Always....

09/24/2017

On September 30, the Drug Free ELITE shall rise.
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TODAY: SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

For 15 years, I have committed myself to bringing brand new athletes exciting shows. At the risk of sounding bragadocious, our show is the show most athletes remember. Sure, it is always great to remember the shows YOU WON. But, when the environment is exciting, the competitors are courteous, and the promotional team is obviously hard at work to make your day great, how can you NOT remember that show?
I hope that is what they will say about me when my promotional days are over.

For your assistance, I have created a guideline for stage walk and posing. Of course, follow the directions of your stage instructor or coach but use this reference to help prepare you for OUR stage! EMAIL ME if you would like to be sent this reference tool.

The team wishes you GREAT FORTUNE in this, your final week of prep!

NICK from PHierce SUPPLEMENTS LIVEpHierce

We are glad to have Nick on board for our ELITE event... this, our 20th L.I.E. Production.

JOE from SHUTTERSPEAK PHOTOGRAPHY shutterspeak.net

(For nearly 10 years, Joe and Shutterspeak Photography have been capturing the memories of the EXPERIENCE. It is only fitting that for our 15 year anniversary, he will be there to memorialize the event. Please email JOE if you would like his professional team to photograph you.

DAVID FINKLESTEIN and ROCKIN' WELLNESS
https://rockinwellness.com/

It is always great to make new friends and ROCKIN WELLNESS is one of those companies we list as a friend to the LONG ISLAND ELITE.

THE JUDGING and ADMIN Staff:

JIMMY SENTMAN
BILL TERRY
BILLY COLLURA
PIP MUSCARELLO

I am also glad to round out our judging team with two great ladies:

Barbara Sreckovic

Nadine Milani Ianniello

I am always grateful for these individuals and how they have shaped the show's mood for quite a few years now. Thanks, staff for continuing our great tradition.

MYRA GRAUER

Our polygrapher is part of the INBF team! She ensures that the playing field is level and she is the best in the business. AND, you need to go through her to get through to us. IF you still need to be tested contact:

[email protected]

MYRA, thank you always for the 15 years you have done testing for my shows. I could not have gotten here without people like you in my corner!

THE LONG ISLAND ELITE will feature:

WOMENS’ DIVISIONS:
BIKINI OVER 40 BIKINI
BODY TRANSFORMATION*
FIT BODY
WOMENS’ FIGURE DIVISION
WOMENS’ OVER 40-FIGURE

MENS’ DIVISIONS:
PHYSIQUE (TALL / SHORT t/b/d if necessary)
BODY TRANSFORMATION*
BODYBUILDING
2-3 CLASSES NOVICE OPEN
39– 49yrs 50-59yrs

Our BODY TRANSFORMATION division is FREE!

It is a fun, interactive, and showcased part of the show for the audience. AND, it is OUR TRADEMARKED division that highlights the "HERO'S JOURNEY!"

It is a before/after physical transformation contest and the athlete’s personal storyline is part of our judging criterion. You MUST PROVIDE a BEFORE picture because your body will (obviously) be your AFTER!

SEND YOUR "BEFORE" PICTURE TO:
[email protected]

Our BODY TRANSFORMATION division is an audience participation contest and consists of the athlete’s personal biography and a stage interview in front of the LIVE audience by our judging panel.

SO, if you have gone from FAT to FIT, or 98lb weakling to 165lb DYNAMO, then the BODY TRANSFORMATION DIVISION is for you!

ENTRY FEES

SINGLE ENTRY is $110
CROSSOVER is $35
INBF MEMBERSHIP is $63. You can signup for the INBF at this link and contact me to register for the show:

INBF MEMBERSHIP: SIGN UP and REGISTER

The September 30th show site is:

SHOW SIGNUP: THE LONG ISLAND ELITE

SHOW SIGNUP is rolling! Please contact us at our office and we can sign you up over the phone or we can send you the sign-up link! SIGN UP TODAY since knowing our show complement helps us to provide better amenities for you for show day. 631.858.2900

In closing, it is great to be among the best and it is an honor to stand with those who choose to do things “the hard way.” YOU are the ELITE.

THE LONG ISLAND ELITE – NATURAL ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS is already gaining some traction and speed. Same great Experience for those who know how we treat our athletes and guests. New way to begin a path to the NATURAL PROS.

TICKETS

VIP: I tell you EVERY YEAR...We SELL OUT VIP 2-3 weeks before the show. SORRY. VIP IS SOLD OUT!
(It's going to be a great show. Come on out if you don't believe me!)

General tickets are still available. Call the main office for details: 631.858.2900

PURCHASE NOW! LINK TO PURCHASE

WE WILL KEEP IN TOUCH WITH YOU UNTIL THIS WEEKEND. Certainly call us if you have any questions.

~ "Keep it Real!"
"Be Excited! Each day is another opportunity to be great!"

Phil Sottile and your Production team,
The Long Island Elite - Natural Athletics Championship

09/18/2017

On September 30th, we will show you for the 20th time why we are the show first time competitors choose! Tickets are still available and we will be excited to put out another great show for you!

09/13/2017

SO...VIP is nearly SOLD OUT. If you are interested in VIP tickets, PLEASE contact us immediately since the Long Island Experience's ELITE will leave the natural world the way it came; As the show first time competitors choose....ALWAYS!

09/02/2017

A great fall lineup, people! Come to where the DRUG-FREE ACTION is!!

08/28/2017

On September 30, the Drug Free ELITE shall rise.
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TODAY: August 28, 2017

32 DAYS of sheer preparation, patience, and concentration are going to be necessary if you are going to elevate yourself to compete with THE ELITE! The INBF brand of show is one that serves the Natural's thirst for the leveled playing field. I've been registering athletes since APRIL and we are waiting for YOU.

THE LINEUP FOR THE FALL IS HUGE! (LIKE YOU!) So, plan your training and prep accordingly and hit our INBF shows:

2017 NEW OCEAN STATE CLASSIC - SEPT 16

[email protected]

2017 INBF NATURALMANIA NYC: SEPT 23rd
https://www.worldnaturalbb.com/inbf-naturalmania/

2017 INBF Natural Autumn Explosion& WNBF U.S. Pro Cup OCT 7th
http://fultonsfitness.com/site/featured-news/2017-inbf-natural-autumn-explosion-wnbf-u-s-pro-cup/

We are working hard to bring you a great show.

Meet the TEAM:

NICK from PHierce SUPPLEMENTS LIVEpHierce

(I met Nick at the HERCULES this past June and found him to be personable, kind, motivated and ambitious. He is obviously dedicated to his supplement line and making his name in a multi-billion dollar industry. We are glad to have him on board for this, our 20th L.I.E. Production.

JOE from SHUTTERSPEAK PHOTOGRAPHY shutterspeak.net

(For nearly 10 years, Joe and Shutterspeak Photography have been capturing the memories of the EXPERIENCE. It is only fitting that for our 15 year anniversary, he will be there to memorialize the event. Please email JOE if you require photos

DAVID FINKLESTEIN and ROCKIN' WELLNESS
https://rockinwellness.com/

It is always great to make new friends and ROCKIN WELLNESS is one of those companies we list as a friend of the NEW LONG ISLAND ELITE.

THE JUDGING and ADMIN Staff:

JIMMY SENTMAN
BILL TERRY
BILLY COLLURA
PIP MUSCARELLO

I am always grateful for these individuals and how they have shaped the show's mood for quite a few years now. Thanks, staff for continuing our great tradition.

MYRA GRAUER

Our polygrapher is part of the INBF team! She ensures that the playing field is level and she is the best in the business. AND, you need to go through her to get through to us. SO, score your test date and time by contacting her:

[email protected]

THE NEW LONG ISLAND ELITE INBF SHOW on 9/30 will feature:

WOMENS' DIVISIONS:
BIKINI OVER 40 BIKINI
BODY TRANSFORMATION*
FIT BODY
WOMENS' FIGURE DIVISION
WOMENS' OVER 40-FIGURE

MENS' DIVISIONS:
PHYSIQUE (TALL / SHORT t/b/d if necessary)
BODY TRANSFORMATION*
BODYBUILDING
2-3 CLASSES NOVICE OPEN
39– 49yrs 50-59yrs

Of course, our BODY TRANSFORMATION division has become a sought after class for both men and women and is the hallmark to our show. IT IS OFFERED FREE OF CHARGE FOR ANY AND EVERY COMPETING ATHLETE since it is a fun, interactive, and showcased part of the show for the audience.

It is a before/after physical transformation contest and the athlete's personal storyline is part of our judging criterion. You MUST PROVIDE a BEFORE picture because your body will (obviously) be your AFTER!

Our BODY TRANSFORMATION division is an audience participation contest and consists of the athlete's personal biography and a stage interview in front of the LIVE audience by our judging panel.

SO, if you have gone from FAT to FIT, or 98lb weakling to 165lb DYNAMO, then the BODY TRANSFORMATION DIVISION is for you!

ENTRY FEES

SINGLE ENTRY is $80
CROSSOVER is $50
INBF MEMBERSHIP is $63. You can signup for the INBF at this link and contact me to register for the show:

INBF MEMBERSHIP: SIGN UP and REGISTER

The September 30th show site is:

SHOW SIGNUP: THE LONG ISLAND ELITE

SHOW SIGNUP is rolling! Please contact us at our office and we can sign you up over the phone or we can send you the sign-up link!

In closing, it is great to be among the best and it is an honor to stand with those who choose to do things "the hard way." YOU are the ELITE.

THE NEW LONG ISLAND ELITE – NATURAL ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS is already gaining some traction and speed. Same great Experience for those who know how we treat our athletes and guests. New way to begin a path to the NATURAL PROS.

TICKETS

WOW.....ON SALE NOW. We typically sell out our VIP 2-3 weeks from the event so order now to ensure your best seat. VOLUME DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE. Call the main office for details: 631.858.2900

PURCHASE NOW! LINK TO PURCHASE

~ "Keep it Real!"
"Be Excited! Each day is another opportunity to be great!"

Your Production team,
The Long Island Elite - Natural Athletics Championship