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Gymnastics Travel Insurance

If you are travelling abroad and you will be taking part in Gymnastics (Training), you should make sure you have a Travel Insurance policy in place before you leave your home. Please Note: This policy does not cover you for Gymnastics in an Amateur Competition. If you require a quote for this, please visit our page

Summary of Cover

Section & Cover	Silver	Gold	Platinum
Cancellation or Curtailment	£1,000	£3,000	£7,500
Medical and Repatriation	£10,000,000	£10,000,000	£10,000,000
Personal Baggage	£1,000	£1,500	£2,500
Personal Money	£150	£500	£750
Delayed Departure	£100	£1,000	£1,000
Missed Departure	£250	£500	£1,000
Legal Expenses	£25,000	£25,000	£25,000
Scheduled Airline Failure	£1,500	£1,500	£1,500
Standard Excess*	£100	£50	£35

*The excess payable does vary depending on the claim benefit.

Please read the full Terms and Conditions of this policy offered by JS Travel Insurance.

This Travel Insurance policy for Gymnastics (Training) is underwritten by Travel Insurance Facilities and Insured by Union Reiseversicherung AG, UK. Travel Insurance Facilities are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Union Reiseversicherung AG are authorised by BaFin and subject to limited regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority.

History of Gymnastics

Gymnastics originated in Ancient Greece, which used to be a highly military focused society.

Practicing Gymnastics was considered to be ideal training for Soldiers, who were trained in both agility and strength to prepare them for battle. One of the skills obtained by practicing Gymnastics was mounting and dismounting a horse swiftly and properly. Another one was Sword Fighting, which require a high level of agility and flexibility.

In the Renaissance and through the 18th and 19th centuries, Gymnastics was a common type of exercise for boys and young men, it was considered to be an important part of a healthy life.

In 1881, the FIG was founded in Liege, Belgium and remains the oldest still existing International Sports Organisation in the world.

When the first modern Olympics were organised in 1896, Men's Gymnastics was such a popular sport that it was one of the first disciplines to be included.

Gymnastic Equipment

Depending on the discipline, Gymnastics requires some very specific equipment.

Proper Hand Protectors and Shoes are essential gear to decrease the chance of sustaining friction injuries on the hands and feet.

Chalk and talcum powder are popular products that are used to protect the hands while performing a discipline.

Gymnastics requires padded mats as well, both for training and for competitions, to protect athletes in case they fall.

Equipment needed for individual disciplines ranges from bars, vaults and pommel horses to ropes, rings, beams and trampolines.

During Gymnastics training, you will also need tumbling aids, work stations, mats, barbells and dumbbells, barbells, and the specific equipment that was mentioned above.

Coordination, agility, muscle strength and body control are essential to successfully perform any discipline and to avoid getting injured.

Pre Existing Medical Conditions

If you have pre existing medical conditions and you plan to take part in Gymnastics (Training) whilst travelling abroad, we are able to provide you with a policy.

On the quote page you need to select Hazardous Activity Pack B.

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Please check the Terms and Conditions for any Restrictions or Exclusions.

European and Worldwide Residents

World Nomads offers Travel Insurance if you are a Resident of a European or Worldwide country and you are planning to take part in Gymnastics whilst on your trip.

You can also add High Value Items, such as Sports Gear, Technical Equipment and Cameras, and Personal Items.