Wrestling Travel Insurance
Cover for amateur wrestling and related injuries
Access to 24/7 emergency medical support
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What is wrestling?
Wrestling is a close-contact combat sport involving holds, throws, takedowns and pins. Recognised styles include freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, with participants competing according to an agreed set of rules.
This activity relates to amateur sporting participation. It does not include professional wrestling, paid appearances, or theatrical wrestling entertainment.
Can I get travel insurance for wrestling?
Yes, policies that cover amateur wrestling can be available through Direct Travel.
Add wrestling when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Amateur participation can be covered during a wider trip, but wrestling must not be the main purpose of your journey.
Wrestling top tips:
- Add wrestling when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Cover is limited to amateur participation
- Wrestling must not be the main purpose of your trip
- Use an established venue and follow the coach or referee’s instructions
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured amateur wrestling, 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. Travel insurance does not cover loss of earnings, missed appearance fees or other costs associated with professional participation. Check the applicable Policy Wording.
Wrestling FAQs
Does wrestling need to be added to my policy?
Yes. Add wrestling when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents before taking part.
Can amateur wrestling training be covered?
Yes, amateur training can be covered when wrestling appears on your policy documents. Train at an established venue and follow the coach’s instructions.
Can I take part in an amateur wrestling match?
Amateur participation can be covered when the match takes place during a wider trip and wrestling appears on your policy documents.
Can wrestling be the main purpose of my trip?
No. Cover is not available where wrestling training, a tournament or another wrestling event is the main purpose of the trip.
Is professional wrestling covered?
No. Professional, paid, sponsored, or contracted wrestling is not covered. This includes professional appearances and theatrical wrestling entertainment.
Does wrestling cover other combat sports?
No. Boxing, mixed martial arts, and other combat sports may be listed separately. Add the specific activity you plan to undertake.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if wrestling appears on your policy documents, you are participating as an amateur 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 subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.
