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Specialists in sports and travel insurance

Award winning insurance

Recognised for our specialist approach
to sports and travel insurance.

Trusted by 75,000+ sports enthusiasts

Exceptional-rated cover from thousands of active travellers.

Backed by AXA XL

Buy with confidence with cover
underwritten by a leading insurer.

Why choose us

SportsCover Direct is a specialist insurance provider focused entirely on sport. For over 30 years, we’ve helped athletes, teams and organisations get the protection they need, whether they’re travelling, competing, or training abroad or in the UK.

Covering 500+ sports

Fast online quotes

Established over 30 years

UK-based support team

Thousands rate how easy it is

We’ve refined our process to make buying sports insurance abroad simple but thorough, with cover designed around the activities you take part in, from training trips and competitions to active holidays overseas.

We’re here when you need us

Here when you need to claim

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Accidents and unexpected moments can happen.

Our claims page explains how to make a claim, what information you’ll need and how you’ll be supported through the process.

Medical cover made clearer

  • Pre-existing conditions considered
  • Making a medical declaration
  • Cover for travellers up to age 74

Need some help?

When the unexpected happens, you shouldn’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you need to make a claim or just have a question about your sports cover, we’re here to help.