Amateur Athletic Field Events Travel Insurance
Cover for field event-related injuries and emergencies
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What are amateur athletic field events?
Athletic field events include throwing disciplines such as javelin, discus, hammer, and shotput, as well as jumping events including long jump, high jump, triple jump, and pole vault.
Can I get travel insurance for amateur field events?
Cover for amateur athletic field events can be available through Direct Travel.
Depending on the policy, field events may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Select the activity when getting your quote and check whether your policy covers training, recreational participation or the specific event you plan to enter.
Things to remember:
- Make sure amateur athletic field events are included on your cover
- Check whether competitive participation is excluded
- Follow the rules and safety procedures set by the venue or event organiser
- Use regulation equipment and check that it is in good condition
- Stay clear of marked throwing areas unless instructed to enter
What can travel insurance help with?
If you are injured while taking part in an insured field event, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Your policy can also provide cover for cancelling or cutting short your trip for specific insured reasons. Personal liability may be included, depending on the policy selected, the event and the circumstances of the claim.
Amateur Athletic Field Events FAQs
Are amateur athletic field events covered as standard?
It depends on the policy. Field events may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Select the activity when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents.
Which field events can be covered?
Field events can include javelin, discus, hammer, shot put, long jump, high jump, triple jump and pole vault. Check that the activity selected matches the discipline you plan to take part in.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if amateur athletic field events are included on your policy and the claim meets its terms and conditions.
Can I take part in an amateur competition?
Not necessarily. Some policies cover amateur participation but exclude organised or timed competitions. Check the applicable Policy Wording before entering an event.
Is my field-event equipment covered?
Some policies offer additional sports equipment cover, but what qualifies and the cover available can vary. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before relying on cover for your equipment.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.
Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.
