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What is roller hockey?
Roller hockey is a team sport played on roller skates or inline skates. Players move around a court or rink while attempting to score against the opposing team. Different forms of the game are played recreationally in sports halls, community venues and outdoor rinks.
Can I get travel insurance for roller hockey?
Yes, policies that cover amateur roller hockey can be available through Direct Travel, provided playing is not the main purpose of your trip.
Select roller hockey when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Cover for ordinary roller skating, roller blading or inline skating does not include playing roller hockey.
Things to remember:
- Choose roller hockey when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Cover is limited to amateur participation
- Playing roller hockey must not be the main purpose of your trip
- Do not rely on cover for roller skating, roller blading, or inline skating
- Follow the rules and safety guidance provided by the venue or organiser
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured amateur roller hockey, 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 and other travel-related problems. Roller hockey must be incidental to a wider trip and specifically shown on your policy documents. Check the applicable Policy Wording.
Roller Hockey FAQs
Does roller hockey need to be added to my travel insurance?
Yes. Select roller hockey when getting your quote and make sure it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents before playing.
Is roller hockey covered under roller skating or roller blading?
No. Roller hockey is a separate team sport and must be selected in its own right. Cover for roller skating, roller blading or inline skating does not include taking part in roller hockey.
Can amateur roller hockey be covered?
Yes, amateur participation can be covered when roller hockey is shown on your policy documents and playing is incidental to a wider trip.
Can roller hockey be the main reason for my trip?
No. Cover does not apply when playing roller hockey is the main purpose of your trip. It must form part of a wider holiday.
Is professional or paid roller hockey covered?
No. Cover is for amateur participation only. Professional, paid, sponsored or contracted participation is not covered.
Can I join a casual game while on holiday?
Yes, a recreational amateur game can be covered when it is incidental to your trip and roller hockey appears on your policy documents.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if roller hockey is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
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 limited to amateur roller hockey undertaken as an incidental part of a wider trip. It is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before playing.
