Pickleball Travel Insurance Coverage
Game, Set, Covered: Pickleball Travel Insurance for Canadians
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Travel Insurance That Has Your Backhand: World Nomads offers travel insurance to help cover medical emergencies, stolen pickleball gear and trip cancellations.
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Your Paddle, Protected: We provide gear protection if your pickleball equipment is stolen or accidentally damaged by your common carrier during your trip.
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Choose Coverage That Matches Your Trip: Choose from four travel insurance plans: Standard, Explorer, Epic and Annual Multi-Trip and add optional higher activity level coverage to customize your plan based on your trip style and level of adventure.
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Reimbursement When Plans Fall Out of Bounds: If your trip is disrupted by illness or injuries (amongst other covered reasons), World Nomads travel insurance with adventure sports coverage may help cover your unused, prepaid, non-refundable trip costs.
- Why should I consider travel insurance for pickleball?
- Pickleball travel insurance: What may be covered?
- What level of coverage do I need for pickleball?
- What may not be covered when playing pickleball?
- Tips for Playing Pickleball Safely
- FAQs
As one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, pickleball has surged in popularity among Canadians and travelers globally, with participation increasing exponentially in recent years. As a result, more resorts are adding pickleball courts, giving both experienced players and newcomers a chance to get in on the action while travelling. But like any sport, it’s important to be prepared for the unexpected. If you’re planning to play pickleball on your trip, you may want to protect yourself with a World Nomads Travel Insurance plan, which includes coverage for adventure sports. Depending on your plan, benefits may help with everything from stolen gear to unexpected medical expenses.
Why should I consider travel insurance for pickleball?
While serious injuries are rare in pickleball, even the best of us have lost our balance and taken a tumble when going for an overhead slam. An unexpected injury can mess up even the most carefully planned trip, but travel insurance for pickleball may help you bounce back quickly with support for medical emergencies, trip delays, and disruptions. With coverage that is flexible to your needs, it’s a smart way to travel confidently when you’re playing pickleball outside of your home province.
Nomads tip: World Nomads Travel Insurance can also cover your travels within Canada! Your Government Health Plan is limited once you leave your province. Your travel insurance plan can protect your domestic travels outside of your home province too.
Pickleball travel insurance: What may be covered?
Falls are one of the most common pickleball related injuries. You can be proactive and take steps ahead of time to work on your balance, but as you are twisting, turning, and moving across the court, there’s always a possibility of accidents. Since unexpected situations can happen, we’ve designed our plans to include travel insurance for pickleball.
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Emergency Medical Expenses
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24/7 Emergency Assistance
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Baggage & Gear Coverage
Baggage or gear damaged by your common carrier or stolen pickleball gear -
Trip Delays, Interruptions & Cancellations
Travel protection for your unused, pre-paid, nonrefundable trip costs and unexpected expenses
Get a quote and and compare the plan to see which level of coverage is right for you
Choosing the Right Adventure Sports Travel Insurance Plan
World Nomads offers four plans for Canadian residents – the Standard, Explorer, Epic and Annual Multi-Trip – each with different levels of coverage.
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Covering the basics for your trip. Get a quote |
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Optional 'Cancel for Any Reason' available. Get a quote |
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Optional 'Cancel for Any Reason' available. Get a quote |
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In addition to playing pickleball, you’ll probably also be doing other things like kayaking or hiking. That’s totally fine, because there are more than 250+ sports, activities and experiences that could be covered when you purchase sports travel insurance. Costs may vary depending on the additional activities you list.
If you are planning to participate in an activity that isn’t listed in our policy wording, you will need to contact us to determine if you will be covered.
Nomads tip: Get a quote and choose your plan first, then the system will prompt you to add the activities you plan to do. Make sure you list them all; you won’t be able to make changes once on your trip.
Coverage for 250 activities you love + more
What may not be covered when on a pickleball trip?
If you decide to go to happy hour and have a few drinks before playing pickleball – and then get hurt – you won’t be covered. Your pickleball travel insurance coverage won’t cover you if you get hurt when you’re under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Some other things that aren’t covered include:
- Baggage, pickleball gear, or personal items left unattended
- Damage that happens to your pickleball equipment while you are using it
- Injuries that happen if you’re competing in a professional pickleball competition
- Not following government ‘Do Not Travel’ advisories issued by the Canadian government
- Travelling or playing pickleball in your home province
- Pre-existing medical conditions exclusions apply to medical conditions and/or symptoms that existed prior to your policy start date. There may be no coverage for losses caused by a pre-existing condition.
- Participation in other activities not listed as covered in your policy
- Ignoring your doctor if they have explicitly advised you not to play pickleball
Tips for Playing Pickleball Safely
From our own time on the court, we’ve learned that many injuries can often be avoided. Here are a few tips we have learned from our own experiences as picklers.
- Wear the right shoes. Shoes designed for court sports are best. The soles are really important since you are moving from side to side and shifting your weight. Try to find a shoe that has good stability on both the inside and outside of your foot.
- Wear eye protection. The ball is lightweight, but it can travel at high speeds. You don’t want it flying toward your unprotected eyes.
- Pick the right paddle. Higher quality paddles will more effectively absorb some of the impact and could help you avoid elbow and shoulder injuries. Make sure you choose one that isn’t too heavy for you.
- Warm up. Even a brisk 5-minute walk around the court helps get your heart pumping before you play.
- Stretch. Make sure to stretch before and after you play pickleball, focusing on your ankles, legs, groin, lower back, shoulders, and arms.
- Don’t play on wet courts. Even though the court’s surface is typically gritty to provide extra traction, it can become slick when wet.
FAQ
Here are our most frequently asked questions about cover for pickleball. You can also find the answers to other questions in our Help Center or you can ask the customer service team.
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Is pickleball covered under World Nomads Travel Insurance?
Yes, pickleball is covered under all four plans offered by World Nomads Travel Insurance. Pickleball is considered a Level 1 activity and is automatically covered, but you’ll still need to list this as an activity when you purchase your travel insurance for pickleball policy. However, you’ll need to pay an additional premium to be covered for any Level 2 and Level 3 activities like ziplining and hang gliding. If you aren’t sure if something is covered, we suggest you contact us to ask.
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What types of incidents are covered while playing pickleball?
If your trip is delayed or interrupted due to an unforeseen event, you may be able to recover your unused, non-refundable, prepaid travel expenses (up to the policy limits), and this could include unused, prepaid, non-refundable tours that you paid for in advance. If you get hurt while playing pickleball and require medical assistance, emergency medical coverage could come in handy in the case of an unexpected injury. You could also be covered for unplanned situations such as lost bags or Canadian government travel advisories advising travellers not to travel to a destination on your itinerary.
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Can I get coverage after my trip starts?
Yes. If your trip has already started, World Nomads can still offer you coverage. You can buy a plan online anytime, from almost anywhere in the world. If you buy a plan after departing from your home province, you won’t be covered for any loss or expense related to any injury or sickness that occurs in the 48-hour period after your departure date. Your departure date will be 12:01am local time on the date that you are originally scheduled to start your trip as shown on your policy certificate.
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Does World Nomads offer travel insurance for playing pickleball on a cruise?
Yes, many cruises now have pickleball courts onboard and World Nomads doesn’t want to limit your fun. If you have travel insurance for cruises, you may be covered if you get injured while playing pickleball on the ship. When you get a quote for pickleball travel insurance, you’ll need to input where you’ll be travelling.
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What should I do if I get hurt while playing pickleball?
You can contact the 24/7 Emergency Assistance team and they can help direct you to nearby medical facilities. They can also translate for you if you’re travelling outside Canada and your medical team doesn’t speak English or French. Make sure you keep all documentation including doctor reports, invoices, etc. You’ll need those things if you plan to make a claim.
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Does World Nomads Travel Insurance cover other activities during my trip?
Yes, you could be covered for more than 250 other sports, activities and experiences. Things like swimming, hiking, and biking could all be covered. When you purchase your policy, you’ll need to list all of the activities that you plan to participate in while on your trip. You won’t be able to add or remove activities after you make your purchase, so make sure you add them all at that time. If you’re participating in an activity and not sure if it’s covered, you can contact us and ask.
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Do I get my money back if I cancel a trip?
Trip cancellation coverage is offered by all four plans offered by World Nomads, and you could be reimbursed for pre-paid, unused, non-refundable expenses like flights, tours and accommodations if your trip is cancelled for a covered reason. If you want ultimate flexibility to simply change your mind about your trip, you may be able to get optional ‘cancel for any reason’ coverage as well.
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What happens if my bags are delayed?
If your checked-in bags are delayed more than 12 hours on the way to your destination, your plan could reimburse you for the cost of (up to the policy limits) essential items like toiletries and a change of clothes until you and your bag are reunited.
Need destination inspiration for your next trip?
Are you tired of playing at your neighborhood courts and want to see something new? There are some pretty cool places around the world where you can play pickleball, and here are a few of our suggestions.
Asia: Check out a pickleball court surrounded by nature on Sumba Island in Indonesia
France: Go Dinking in the Vines and play on pickleball courts in the middle of a vineyard
This article is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical, legal, insurance, or travel advice and provides only a general summary of certain features that may be available under applicable travel insurance policies. Coverage is subject to the specific terms, conditions, limitations, exclusions, and pre-existing condition provisions of the applicable insurance policy. In the event of any inconsistency between this article and the wording of any insurance policy, the policy wording shall govern and take precedence. It is important that you read and understand your policy before travelling. If you have questions about your coverage or are unsure how your policy applies to your circumstances, please contact us for clarification.Travel Insurance Benefits: how we can take care of you
Trip Cancellation
Insurance protection for your hard earned vacation in the event of unexpected cancellation.
- Standard Plan: $2,500
- Explorer Plan: $10,000
- Epic Plan: $15,000
- AMT Plan: $10,000
Trip Protection
- Work emergency?
- Weather delay?
- Travel companion sick?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation
We’ll get you to hospital or home quickly.
- Standard Plan: $250,000
- Explorer Plan: $500,000
- Epic Plan: $750,000
- Annual Plan: $500,000
Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation
- Ambulance transfers
- Medevac flights
- Medical escort services
Help starts here.
Gear & Baggage Protection
Coverage for the theft, damage or delay of your bags, tech and sports gear.
- Standard Plan: $1,000
- Explorer Plan: $2,000
- Epic Plan: $5,000
- Annual Plan: $2,000
Protect your gear
- Stolen I.D.s
- Checked-in sports equipment
- Damaged luggage
Help starts here.
Protect your health
- Emergency Medical & Dental Expenses
- Emergency Evacuation and Repatriation
- Bedside Companion Travel and Subsistence
- Emergency Professional Services
- Return of Remains
- Return of Travel Companion/Dependent Children
Protect your trip
- Trip Cancellation
- Trip Interruption
- Trip Delay
- Optional Cancel for Any Reason (Explorer or Epic)
- Trip Exchange (Explorer, Epic or AMT)
- Rental Vehicle Damage (Explorer, Epic or AMT)
Protect your stuff
- Baggage and Personal Effects Theft or Damage
- Baggage and Sporting Equipment Delay
- Travel Documents Theft or Damage
- Sporting Equipment Theft or Loss by a Common Carrier
- Covered Adventure Sports listed in Policy
Assistance Services
- 24/7 Worldwide Emergency Medical Assistance
- Worldwide Travel Assistance
- Personal Security Assistance
- Adventure Traveller’s Hotline
- Bag Trak
Before your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.