World Country Dance Federation

The World Country Dance Federation (WorldCDF) is a competition federation founded in Europe to further the art and sport of country dance; its motto is "For the Dancers, by Professionals". Its certified professionals include instructors, studio owners, choreographers, judges and coaches.

The federation operates a standardised competition structure through qualifying events in many countries, including the Berlin Open, the Italian Country Western Dance Championships, the South African Open and the Asian Line Dance Championships, leading to the annual WCDF World Championships of Country Line and Couple Dance. The 18th World Championships were held in Benidorm, Spain, in 2025; the previous edition, in Santa Susanna, drew competitors from ten countries. Line dance divisions range from Line Modern Basic and Classic Novice to Line Showcase, Modern Ace and Line Stars.

See also

• United Country Western Dance Council

Sources

1. worldcdf.com (motto, divisions, championships) ↗
2. Brakpan Herald (18th Worlds, Benidorm 2025)

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