Roller Derby Travel Insurance
Specialist cover for high-risk sports and adventure travel.
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Cover for specialist sports equipment
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Roller derby is a fast-paced, full-contact team sport played on roller skates around an oval track. Teams score points through speed, blocking and tactical movement, with physical contact forming a central part of gameplay. Unlike recreational roller skating or roller hockey, roller derby is deliberately physical and highly structured, with set rules governing contact, positioning and safety. When travelling abroad, roller derby is typically taken part in at an amateur level through league fixtures, tournaments or organised training sessions.
ActivitySure can cover roller derby when you are taking part overseas on an amateur, non-professional basis and in line with the policy conditions. Due to the physical nature of the sport and the likelihood of collisions and falls, having suitable travel insurance in place is especially important.
Choose the protection that fits your adventure
Excess £100
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£1,000
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£5,000,000
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£750
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£250
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£200
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£300
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £100
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£5,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £75
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£3,000
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£10,000,000
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£1,500
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£250
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£200
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£500
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £200
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£7,500
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £0
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£5,000
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£10,000,000
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£2,500
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£250
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£400
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£1000
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £400
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£15,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£100,000
* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.
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Single trip Roller Derby Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Roller Derby Travel Insurance
Travel more for less with year-round protection across multiple trips.
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Whether you’re planning a one-off escape, an activity-packed holiday or travelling regularly throughout the year, our protection levels are designed to give you confidence at every stage of your journey. From emergency medical cover and cancellation protection to support while you’re away, you can choose the level of cover that best fits the way you travel and the adventures you take on.
Destination Insight
Where is popular to go for roller derby?
Roller derby has a strong international presence supported by dedicated leagues and clubs. The USA is widely regarded as the heart of modern roller derby, with a large number of established teams and competitive events. The UK and Australia also have thriving roller derby communities, hosting regular fixtures and tournaments that attract amateur players travelling to compete and train.
Here's why roller derby travel insurance matters:
Roller derby is a contact sport, and injuries are a known risk. Falls, impacts and collisions can result in fractures, sprains or head injuries, even when protective equipment is worn. If you require medical treatment while abroad, or need to return home earlier than planned following an injury, travel insurance can help provide financial protection.
Helpful travel tips
- Practise controlled stops and maintain spatial awareness to reduce the risk of collisions.
- Wear appropriate protective gear, including pads, wrist guards and a helmet
- Ensure skates fit correctly and are well maintained to help prevent ankle strain or sprains
- Follow league rules on legal contact and positioning during play.
- Always follow instructions from referees and organisers, and stop playing if conditions become unsafe
Frequently asked questions
Yes, but not as standard. ActivitySure can cover roller derby, but it needs to be added to your policy in order to cover the specific risks.
Yes, roller derby can be covered for amateur participation abroad, including organised bouts, tournaments, team trips, or training weekends. It should be added before you participate so your policy reflects what you are actually doing.
You must wear all appropriate protective equipment while playing. This usually includes items such as a helmet, wrist guards, elbow pads, knee pads, and mouthguard. It is your responsibility to minimise the risk of any activity as much as you can.
Not automatically. If you want cover for your own or hired roller derby equipment, like skates or kit, you’ll need to add the Sports Equipment Cover when arranging your policy. This includes cover against loss, theft or damage, but limits and exclusions will apply, so check the Policy Wording.
If roller derby is listed on your policy, you’re covered for emergency medical expenses. This includes if you’re injured while skating, blocking, jamming, or taking part in a bout. You must wear the required safety equipment and follow the event rules.
No. Roller derby is more specialist than recreational roller skating, with contact, speed, team play, and event rules. It needs to be selected separately rather than treated as standard skating.
Claims are only considered for your declared activities, so it’s important that you select the right one.
No. Roller derby cover is for amateur participation. Paid professional bouts, contracted play, or competitions with monetary prizes would fall outside this cover.