The European Shuai Jiao Union (ESJU) was established in 2005 to promote and develop Chinese wrestling (Shuai Jiao) in Europe. The ESJU has grown to become the governing body for Chinese wrestling in Europe. The ESJU is governed by the ESJU Council and constitution.

The National and Regional Shuai Jiao Unions are members of the Council of the European Shuai Jiao Union and are reponsible for the organisation and management of Shuai Jiao events held within their nations or regions. Nations and Regions are listed in alphabetical order in the categories of Ordinary and Associate Member.