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What is paintballing?
Paintballing is a team activity where players use compressed air markers to fire paint filled capsules at opponents or designated targets. Games usually take place at organised indoor or outdoor venues with barriers, obstacles, and marked playing areas.
Can I get travel insurance for paintballing?
Yes, policies that cover paintballing can be available through Direct Travel.
Select paintballing when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Make sure your cover matches the type of session you plan to join and the equipment you will use.
Things to remember:
- Choose paintballing when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Use an established paintballing venue
- Keep your protective mask on inside the playing area
- Wear secure footwear and the protective clothing provided
- Follow the safety briefing, field rules and referee’s instructions
What can travel insurance help with?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if you’re injured while taking part in insured paintballing. Repatriation can also be covered when medically necessary, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment, personal belongings and other travel related problems. Personal Accident, Personal Liability and paintballing equipment cover can vary, so read the applicable Policy Wording.
Paintballing FAQs
How do I add paintballing to my policy?
Select paintballing while getting your quote, then confirm that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents before playing.
Can beginners be covered for paintballing?
Yes, recreational paintballing can be covered for beginners. Attend the safety briefing, learn how to use the marker correctly, and follow the referee’s instructions.
Can indoor and outdoor paintballing be covered?
Cover can be available at organised indoor and outdoor venues. Wear footwear suited to the surface and remain within the designated playing area.
Can I use hired paintballing equipment?
Yes, you can take part using equipment supplied by the venue. Check that your mask fits securely and only use the marker as explained during the briefing.
Can medical expenses be covered after an injury?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered when paintballing is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Is Personal Liability covered while paintballing?
Personal Liability may be restricted or excluded while paintballing. Check the applicable cover before taking part.
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. Select paintballing, check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents and read the applicable Policy Wording before taking part.
