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What is curling?
Curling is a team sport played on ice. Players slide heavy stones towards a circular target while teammates sweep the ice to influence the stone’s speed and direction. There’s plenty of strategy involved, but staying upright is a fairly important part too.
Can I get travel insurance for curling?
Yes, curling can be covered when you choose a policy that includes the appropriate Winter Sports cover.
Select curling when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. You should also check the Winter Sports section for the benefits, conditions and exclusions that apply.
Things to remember:
- Choose a policy that includes Winter Sports cover
- Select curling when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Follow the rink, club or instructor’s rules
- Make sure your cover matches any competition entered
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured curling, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment, winter sports equipment and other travel-related problems. Curling does not normally involve ski packs or pistes, so benefits such as ski pack and piste closure are unlikely to be relevant. Check the applicable Policy Wording.
Curling FAQs
Does curling require Winter Sports cover?
Yes. Curling is treated as a Winter Sport, so choose a policy with the appropriate Winter Sports cover and check that curling appears on your policy documents.
Do I still need Winter Sports cover at an indoor rink?
Yes. Curling remains a Winter Sport when it takes place indoors. The setting does not change how the activity is classified for cover.
Can I take a curling lesson abroad?
Cover can be available for amateur curling lessons. Select curling when getting your quote and follow the instructor, club and rink rules.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured on the ice?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if curling and the appropriate Winter Sports cover are shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Is professional curling covered?
No. Cover is for amateur participation only. Professional, contracted or paid curling is not covered.
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.
