International Skating Union

The International Skating Union (ISU) is the worldwide governing body for Figure Skating, Speed Skating, Short Track Speed Skating and Synchronized Skating. Founded in 1892, the ISU is the oldest International Federation in winter sports. Today, it represents more than 100 Members across nearly 80 countries around the world and is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Each season, the ISU delivers over 40 international competitions, with ice-skating disciplines consistently ranking among the most watched events at the Olympic Winter Games.

Since 2024, the ISU has embarked on an exciting new chapter with ISU Vision 2030 – a strategic growth plan designed to build an athlete-first, Member-friendly and fan-centric organization. This vision reflects the ISU’s commitment to honoring skating’s proud traditions while embracing innovation, governance modernization, and extensive engagement with the skating community, partners and new generations of fans worldwide.

From its “Home of Skating” Headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, the ISU is driven by a dynamic and collaborative team working closely with its Members, athletes, partners and the broader Olympic movement to deliver one overarching mission: to sustainably grow and elevate ice-skating sports by prioritizing skaters, engaging fans, fostering partnerships, and inspiring communities.

United under a bold new DNA – Inspiring, Supportive, Unstoppable – the ISU is dedicated to modernizing the sport, expanding its global reach, and shaping a vibrant, safe, inclusive and forward-looking future for skating.