The International Dragon Boat Federation is the worldwide governing body for dragon boat racing. We are the world governing body of dragon boat sport.
The IDBF is an international non-governmental, non-profit world organization for dragon boating and other paddle sport activities. WIth the objects of encouraging the development of the sport of Dragon Boat Racing and of maintaining its Asian cultural, historical and religious traditions and of strengthening the bonds of friendship that unite those who practice it, the International Dragon Boat Fe
10/07/2026
16th EDBF European Nationals Championships
🐉 Day 2 — 200m Sprints 🔥
🎥 Watch it live:
16th EDBF European Nations Championships Munich 2026 - Friday Afternoon 200m Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
09/07/2026
16th EDBF European Nations Championships, Munich 2026 🇩🇪🐉
Europe’s fastest dragon boat crews hit Munich–Oberschleißheim from 9 to 12 July for four days of elite racing across all classes and distances.
🎥 Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/live/Id8iqXvTsA0
🏆 Premier • Senior • Juniors
🚣♂️ Open • Women • Mixed
📏 200m • 500m • 1000m • 2000m
National pride. Big speed. Pure European dragon boat energy. Don’t miss it!
16th EDBF European Nations Championships Munich 2026 - Thursday 1000m Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
08/07/2026
The IDBF has returned to its founding city with the opening of its new global headquarters in Hong Kong, strengthening our global operations and reaffirming the sport’s cultural roots.
Made possible through the support and facilitation of the 文化體育及旅遊局 Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau , 投資推廣署 Invest Hong Kong , and 中國香港龍舟總會 Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association, this marks an important new chapter for the Federation.
🔗 Full announcement: https://www.dragonboat.sport/news/international-dragon-boat-federation-returns-to-its-founding-city-with-new-global-headquarters-in-hong-kong/
International Dragon Boat Federation Returns to its Founding City with New Global Headquarters in Hong Kong - International Dragon Boat Federation The IDBF opens its new global headquarters in Hong Kong, marking a milestone that strengthens its worldwide operations and reconnects the Federation with its founding city.
08/07/2026
ITA webinar: Beyond Performance: Building Resilience and Identity for Clean Sport.
Dr Lennie Waite, licensed psychologist, Certified Mental Performance Consultant and Olympian, will explore protective factors that can reduce athletes’ vulnerability to doping and support their commitment to clean sport. Drawing on research showing that doping is shaped by a balance of risk and protective influences, rather than a single cause, this session will highlight key buffers, including the importance of an identity beyond sport. Combining her elite athletic experience with psychological expertise, Dr Waite will translate this evidence into practical strategies to help athletes strengthen resilience, navigate pressure, and build a well-rounded identity beyond performance. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions live during the webinar.
Webinar details:
Date: 16 July, 14:00–15:00 CEST
Panellist: Dr Lennie Waite, OLY, Psychologist & Mental Performance Consultant
Moderator: Nikki Hamblin, OLY, ITA Education Team
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hqxvLEehT52wwiYCM1f5Bw
07/07/2026
The Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races (HKIDBR) marked their 50th anniversary with heritage traditions, international participation, and a defining moment in the IDBF’s global story.
This milestone edition featured the Fishermen’s Cup as a special anniversary highlight, celebrating the sport’s origins, and brought together 4,000 athletes from Hong Kong and around the world in the birthplace of modern international dragon boating. With senior IDBF leaders present, the event reinforced Hong Kong’s enduring role in the Federation’s global development.
📸: Felix Chung
Full press release:
https://www.dragonboat.sport/news/hkidbr-celebrates-50th-anniversary-at-a-defining-moment-in-the-idbfs-global-story/
HKIDBR Celebrates 50th Anniversary at a Defining Moment in the IDBF’s Global Story - International Dragon Boat Federation Record‑breaking HKIDBR 50th anniversary with 4,000 athletes and a special Fishermen’s Cup, joined by IDBF leaders ahead of Hong Kong hosting the 2027 World Championships.
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As we celebrate 35 years of the IDBF, 4th Vice President Wendi Zhou from Canada shares what she loves most about our sport — the community. She’s grateful for the friendships built through the sport and looks forward to meeting even more paddlers around the world.
🎉 35 Years of Modern Day Dragon Boat Spirit 🎉
What inspires Belinda Chung the most about dragon boating? The dedication of athletes, the commitment of race officials, and the generosity of volunteers who make every championship possible.
✨ Congratulations to the IDBF on its 35th Anniversary, celebrating the passion and people who make dragon boating extraordinary! 🐉❤
✨ Celebrating 35 years of dragon boat sport with heartfelt wishes from our Founder & Honorary President of the IDBF, Mike MacKeddie-Haslam.