Canada Dragon & Lion Dance Sports Association

The Canada Dragon & Lion Dance Sports Association (CDLDSA) is the national governing organization dedicated to the promotion, development, and advancement of Dragon & Lion Dance as a recognized sport and treasured cultural tradition in Canada. Through athlete development, coach and judge education, competitions, and community outreach, CDLDSA works to preserve and protect the rich heritage of Dragon & Lion Dance while fostering excellence in sport. The Association supports clubs, athletes, coaches, and officials by establishing consistent standards for training, coaching, officiating, and competition. CDLDSA organizes national championships, educational seminars, judges’ certification courses, and athlete development programs, while creating opportunities for regional, national, Pan-American, and international training exchanges and competitions. These initiatives enable Canadian athletes to represent Canada on the international stage while promoting sportsmanship, respect, ethics, friendship, and goodwill within the Dragon & Lion Dance community. Committed to inclusion, accessibility, and community engagement, CDLDSA welcomes participants of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels. By cultivating a network of qualified coaches, judges, practitioners, and member clubs, the Association strengthens the growth and recognition of Dragon & Lion Dance as an inclusive sport that promotes athleticism, teamwork, discipline, leadership, physical fitness, and cultural appreciation across Canada.