KINGSTON, Jamaica – More than thirty dazzling hopefuls are sprinting toward the finish line of the 2025 Hyundai Miss Universe Jamaica contest, and their calendar reads like a CEO’s playbook: back-to-back masterclasses, public appearances, and headline events designed to forge a world-class ambassador before the grand coronation on 9 August at Kingston’s AC Hotel.
Training That Goes Beyond the Catwalk
Since their official reveal in May, the finalists have reported to a rigorous “Contestant Training Academy.” Think boot camp meets finishing school:
- Stage Presence & Runway – Fashion architect Karl Williams drills precision posture and runway finesse.
- Voice, Speech & Interview Craft – Communication strategist Adrian Atkinson refines diction and composure, while National Director Mark McDermoth hosts lightning-round interview simulations.
- Storytelling & Cultural Fluency – Oral-tradition icon Dr Amina Blackwood-Meeks coaches narrative power that connects on any global stage.
- Movement & Dance – NDTC’s Marlon Simms transforms elegance into kinetic storytelling.
- Theatre Arts & Expression – Legendary broadcaster Fae Ellington polishes charisma, timing, and that elusive “spark” judges crave.
To keep bodies as sharp as minds, the roster trains weekly at Fit Farm Gym, covering functional fitness, self-defense, and endurance—a non-negotiable for anyone bound for November’s Miss Universe showdown.
Euphoria Weekend: Luxury Meets Competition
The action shifts west from 26–29 June, when Princess Hotels & Resorts hosts Euphoria Weekend at its brand-new Green Island property. Picture four days of sun, style, and sonic firepower: DJ Kiss, Spinderella, D-Nice, and DJ M.O.S. spin poolside as the contestants tackle pivotal preliminary challenges—swimsuit and evening-gown evaluations—before a live panel.
Fans craving a front-row seat can unlock exclusive booking perks with code MUJ2025 at princess-hotels.com. It’s a chance to cheer on reigning queen Rachel Silvera, mingle with international tastemakers, and witness the judges’ first big cuts.
The Road Ahead
With August’s coronation clock ticking, every workshop, every courtesy call, and every plank at Fit Farm counts. Only one woman will emerge ready to plant Jamaica’s flag on the global stage—but the academy promises all thirty will graduate sharper, stronger, and unapologetically prepared for whatever spotlight comes next.
