International Floorball Federation

What International Floorball Federation does

The International Floorball Federation (IFF) is the global governing body for floorball, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and operating as a non-profit international sports federation under Swiss jurisdiction. Founded in 1986 and currently employing 35 staff, the IFF coordinates approximately 80 national floorball member associations worldwide and 220+ committee members across six governance clusters (Competition, Members, Sport, Marketing, Development, External Relations). The federation is recognized by the IOC, GAISF, ARISF, and WADA, providing standardized rules, transfer regulations, anti-doping compliance, and equipment certification across the sport.

The IFF's product portfolio centers on organizing international competitions and the digital infrastructure that supports them. Core products include the World Floorball Championships (WFC), U19 WFC, 3v3 WFC, International Club Tournaments (Champions Cup, EuroFloorball Cup), and the IFF Transfer System managing player movements across national federations. Supporting platforms include the IFF App (mobile/desktop live streaming, statistics, event information at €4.99/match or €9.99/event pass), the IFF Equipment Database, Equipment Certification (29 manufacturers tested via RISE Sweden and ITC Czech Republic), ParaFloorball programs, and Development initiatives (FairFloorball, GoGirls! Floorball, Fifty/Fifty, Equipment Support, Stick with it! recycling).

The revenue model is diversified across five streams: annual membership fees from ~80 national associations, event revenue (ticketing, broadcast rights, event sponsorship), transaction-based transfer fees (110–500 CHF per application), equipment certification licensing royalties from manufacturers, and sponsorship/partnership income (PUMA, UNIHOC, GERFLOR, DYNAMIC, SWERINK as core sponsors; WADA, Special Olympics, FISU, IMGA, SEA Games, IOC, World Games as institutional partners). Distribution occurs via the IFF App (self-serve consumer streaming), the official website, regional qualification tournaments (EUR1–3, AOFC, AMER), and the 80-member association network serving as the primary B2B distribution channel for governance and rules adoption.

Name

International Floorball Federation

Legal name

International Floorball Federation (IFF)

Website

https://floorball.sport

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The International Floorball Federation (IFF) is the Zurich-based global governing body for floorball, coordinating ~80 national member associations, organizing World Floorball Championships, managing international player transfers, certifying equipment from 29 manufacturers, and operating the IFF App for live event streaming and federation services.

Ownership category

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Product category

International Sports Federation / Sports Governance

NAICS

Spectator Sports (71121)

akta.pro primary industry

International Sport Federations (IFs) (MPAKAFAB)

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Disability & Adaptive Sport Governing Bodies (Paralympic & Sport-Specific) (MPAKAFAL)

Keywords

• International sports federation
• Floorball governance
• World championships
• Member association services
• Sports development programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Zurich

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Event Revenue: Revenue from organizing World Floorball Championships, U19 championships, 3v3 championships, and international club tournaments. Includes ticket sales, broadcast rights, and event sponsorship.
2. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from national floorball associations (member associations). The federation has member associations organized under regional bodies including AOFC (Asia-Oceania).
3. Transfer Fees: International player transfer processing fees. Regular fee 150 CHF, late applications 300 CHF, emergency applications 500 CHF. Student transfers 110 CHF.
4. Equipment Certification: Certification fees from 29 equipment manufacturers for sticks, balls, rinks, and goal cages. IFF manages administration while RISE and ITC conduct testing.
5. Sponsorship and Partnerships: Official sponsors (GERFLOR, UNIHOC, DYNAMIC, SWERINK, PUMA) and partners (TWO CIRCLES, THE WORLD GAMES, OLIMPICS, ARISF, WADA, SPECIAL OLYMPICS, IMGA, FISU, SEA GAMES, MYCLIMATE, OCASIA).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The IFF governs floorball globally as the recognized international federation, setting the rules of the game, certifying equipment, and organizing flagship competitions such as the World Floorball Championships, U19 World Championships, and 3v3 World Floorball Championships. It serves 80+ national member associations with development support, an international player transfer system, and a digital streaming platform (IFF App) delivering live coverage of matches.

Product overview

The International Floorball Federation (IFF) operates a comprehensive sports management ecosystem centered on organizing international floorball competitions and developing the sport globally. The core product portfolio includes the IFF App as the primary digital platform for following events with live streams, statistics, and match coverage; World Floorball Championships (WFC) and 3v3 World Floorball Championships as the flagship international tournaments; U19 World Floorball Championships for youth development; International Club Tournaments including Champions Cup; and the IFF Transfer System managing international player transfers. Supporting services include Equipment Certification administered by IFF with testing partners, ParaFloorball programs, a Development Programme with initiatives like FairFloorball and GoGirls! Floorball, the IFF Youth Camp for coaching education, Hall of Fame recognition, and comprehensive media platform services. The IFF digital ecosystem serves member associations, players, coaches, fans, and equipment manufacturers across multiple countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• World Floorball Championships Flagship international senior floorball tournament organized by the IFF for national teams of member associations, contested periodically to crown the world champion.
• U19 World Floorball Championships Age-group international floorball championship for national U19 teams, providing a competitive pathway for developing players within the IFF structure.
• 3v3 World Floorball Championships Smaller-format international floorball championship organized by the IFF, offering an alternative competitive format for member associations and clubs.
• IFF App — Live Streaming Service Mobile application delivering live streaming of IFF events such as World Championships, available to fans and followers on a pay-per-match basis (e.g., €4.99 per match).
• International Player Transfer System Administrative service managed by the IFF that formalizes cross-border player transfers between national member associations, preserving eligibility and competition registration integrity.
• Equipment Certification and Approval Certification program that validates floorball sticks, balls, and other equipment against IFF standards for use in sanctioned competitions.
• ParaFloorball Program Inclusion initiative within the IFF offering adaptive and Para floorball structures to broaden participation among athletes with disabilities.
• Regional Development Programs (Africa, Asia, Latin America) Targeted IFF programs supporting the growth of floorball in emerging regions through training, education, and federation-building assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 49 teams from 6 continents participated in 3v3 WFC 2026, the largest IFF tournament ever in one location
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic, flagship and minor.

• GERFLORcoreOthersOfficial sponsor of IFF events. GERFLOR is a flooring company providing sports flooring solutions for floorball facilities.
• UNIHOCcoreOthersOfficial sponsor of IFF events. UNIHOC is a leading floorball equipment manufacturer producing sticks, balls, and protective gear.
• DYNAMICcoreOthersOfficial sponsor of IFF events. DYNAMIC is a floorball equipment brand.
• SWERINKcoreOthersOfficial sponsor of IFF events. SWERINK is a floorball equipment manufacturer.
• PUMAcoreOthersOfficial sponsor of IFF events. PUMA is a global sportswear and equipment brand.
• TWO CIRCLESstrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerSports marketing partner providing media and marketing services for IFF events.
• THE WORLD GAMESflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIFF floorball is included in The World Games program, providing international exposure and multi-sport event participation.
• International Olympic Committee (IOC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIFF is recognized by the IOC, with IOC President acknowledgment and Olympic movement affiliation.
• ARISFstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation of IOC Recognised International Sports Federations - IFF is a member, providing recognition and networking within the Olympic family.
• World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)coreOthersIFF works with WADA on anti-doping regulations, testing, and education for international floorball events.
• SPECIAL OLYMPICSstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for inclusive floorball programs. Special Olympics has 12,000 new players in 80 programs participating in floorball.
• IMGAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational Masters Games Association partnership for Masters-level floorball competitions.
• FISUstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational University Sports Federation partnership for university-level floorball and student athlete participation.
• SEA GAMESminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSoutheast Asian Games partnership for regional multi-sport event floorball participation.
• MYCLIMATEminorOthersClimate protection organization partner for sustainability initiatives.
• OCASIAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAsian Indoor and Martial Arts Games partnership for regional floorball inclusion.
• RISEcoreTechnology or IntegrationSwedish research institute conducting equipment testing for IFF certification of floorball sticks, balls, and other equipment.
• ITC (Institute for Testing and Certification)coreTechnology or IntegrationCzech Republic-based testing center for equipment certification, providing alternative testing facility alongside RISE.
• Eerikkilä Sports InstitutestrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinnish sports institute partnership for coaching education (COACHES Erasmus+ project), youth camps, and development program delivery. Official training center for Finnish national teams.
• Ability SportminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPara sports organization engaged in discussions about organizational status of electric powerchair hockey and potential integration with IFF.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• International Handball Federation (IHF): The IHF governs an indoor team sport with European origins and an established international championship structure analogous to IFF's WFC. It serves as a useful benchmark for an IF that has achieved deeper mainstream penetration while maintaining a similar federation governance model.
• International Hockey Federation (FIH): FIH governs field hockey — another stick-and-ball sport with similar equipment certification needs, IOC recognition, and international championship structure. Comparable in federation operations, equipment regulation, and global development program model.
• International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF): The IIHF shares floorball's Nordic/European sport heritage and operates an analogous international championship system (IIHF World Championship). Both IFs manage player transfers, equipment standards, and youth development in winter/indoor sport ecosystems.
• World Lacrosse: World Lacrosse is an IOC-recognized international federation for another niche team sport, recently gaining provisional Olympic recognition. It is directly comparable to IFF in sport profile, federation scale, governance model, and pursuit of broader international reach through multisport events.
• World Skate: World Skate is the IF governing multiple skateboarding disciplines, with a similarly small footprint, IOC recognition, and pursuit of broader international participation through multisport games — a relevant structural analogue to IFF.
• International Korfball Federation: The IKF is the most structurally comparable peer to IFF — a small international federation governing another niche indoor team sport, with a similar member-association model, IOC recognition status, and modest budget. Both operate as non-profit IFs with parallel challenges around Olympic inclusion and global expansion.
• World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC): WBSC is an IOC-recognized international federation governing bat-and-ball sports, with a comparable multi-format championship structure (World Cup variants), equipment standardization role, and similar player eligibility/transfer administration model.

Broad incumbents

• International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF): ITTF is a more established IOC-recognized IF operating a similar international championship structure, equipment certification regime, and development program model. It serves as a useful structural benchmark for IF governance and global development at greater scale.
• International Basketball Federation (FIBA): FIBA is a larger IOC-recognized IF for an indoor team sport, with established 3x3 basketball as a parallel example to IFF's 3v3 WFC strategy. It illustrates how multi-format offerings can expand a sport's global footprint.
• International Volleyball Federation (FIVB): FIVB is a larger, more established IF that demonstrates the upside trajectory available to indoor team sport federations. It shares IFF's indoor championship structure and transfer system model but operates at substantially greater commercial scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/IFF_Floorball
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@iffchannel
• Facebookfacebook.com/IFF.Floorball
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/floorball
• Instagraminstagram.com/iff_floorball
• TikToktiktok.com/@iff_floorball

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