International Dragon and Lion Dance Federation

Overview

International governing body for dragon and lion dance as a competitive sport, headquartered at No. 9 Tiyuguan Road, Beijing. Its "About" page states a core function of ensuring that "world championship and other international dragon and lion dance events comply with competition rules and judging methods issued by the IDLDF". It works through authorised branch associations in Asia, Europe, the Americas and Oceania, runs referee and coach training, and maintains a Technical Committee with seven subordinate committees. Founding year not stated on the page read.