Amateur Athletic Track Events Travel Insurance
Cover for track event injuries and medical emergencies
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What are amateur athletic track events?
Amateur athletic track events include sprinting, middle and long-distance track running, hurdles, steeplechase, relays and race walking. They can involve casual training, club sessions or organised events.
Can I get travel insurance for amateur track events?
Cover for amateur athletic track events can be available through Direct Travel.
Depending on the policy, track 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 track events are included on your cover
- Check whether organised, competitive or timed events are excluded
- Select a separate activity if you are entering a road race, marathon or obstacle event
- Follow the venue’s rules and the instructions of coaches or event officials
- Warm up properly, stay hydrated and stop if you feel injured or unwell
What can travel insurance help with?
If you are injured while taking part in an insured track 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 Track Events FAQs
Are amateur athletic track events covered as standard?
It depends on the policy. Track 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 track events can be covered?
Track events can include sprints, middle and long-distance track races, hurdles, steeplechase, relays and race walking. Make sure the activity selected matches what you plan to do.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if amateur athletic track events are included on your policy and the claim meets its terms and conditions.
Can I take part in an amateur track competition?
Not necessarily. Some policies cover amateur participation but exclude organised, competitive or timed events. Check the applicable Policy Wording before entering a competition.
Does track-event cover include road races and marathons?
Not automatically. Road running, marathons, triathlons and obstacle events may be listed separately. Select the activity that most accurately matches your event when getting your quote.
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.
