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What Is Fitness Instructor Insurance?
Fitness instructor insurance is a protection plan that covers the work fitness, health, and wellness professionals perform.
For example, If someone is hurt while training with you or equipment is damaged during a class, insurance may cover the cost of claims brought against you. Having insurance can help you keep your fitness business running smoothly and save you thousands in out-of-pocket expenses.
Insurance Canopy’s liability insurance provides a wealth of benefits:
- General & professional liability insurance
- Optional coverage add-ons
- Protection for your gear
- Coverage for 100+ teaching styles
- Flexible payment options
- Multiple location coverage
- Cheap fitness insurance
- Unlimited additional insureds
- Instant Certificate of Insurance
- 24/7 online access to your policy
- Nationwide coverage*
- Exclusive resources to help you run your fitness business — at no extra cost!
How Much Does Fitness Instructor Liability Insurance Cost?
Our monthly fitness insurance starts at $15/month, or you can get an annual plan for $159/year, helping you save an additional 13% per year.
You can also customize your fitness instructor insurance policy to include Gear & Equipment Coverage for as low as $1.33/month — making this one of the cheapest fitness instructor insurance policies available.
Get a customized fitness liability insurance quote online in 10 minutes or less and enjoy instant coverage today.
What Insurance Do I Need as a Fitness Instructor?
As a fitness instructor, you need general and professional liability insurance. These are the two most vital insurance coverages that may help you cover the cost of accidents or damages caused by your professional instruction.
We recommend these coverages for fitness professionals:
- General Liability Insurance: Coverage that helps you pay for accidental injuries or damages caused by your business, like a scratched floor or a slip and fall.
- Professional Liability Insurance: Coverage that helps you pay for injuries or damages caused by your work, like broken equipment or pulled muscles from a fitness class.
- Additional Insureds: A third party added to your policy, like a business that contracts you, a gym or spa owner, or a building manager.
- Gear & Equipment Coverage: An optional coverage that helps you pay for repairs and replacements for gear that is stolen or damaged.
- Cyber Liability Insurance: An optional coverage that helps you pay for damages caused by cyber attacks on your business.
- Diet & Nutrition Coverage: An optional coverage that helps you cover the dietary and nutritional work you do, such as meal plans or diet recommendations.
- Occurrence Form Coverage: Allows you to file a claim at any time for injuries or damages occurring during your policy period, like a minor ankle sprain during a session causing a bigger health concern for a client years later.**
With these coverages combined, you can create a customized fitness instructor insurance policy that works for you!
Do Group Fitness Instructors Need Insurance?
Why Choose Insurance Canopy?
We Have A (Nearly) 5 Star Rating
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Thank you so much
Steve Monreal
July 11, 2025I needed a portable policy as a yoga instructor. I found this company in an online search. Called and got details from them, was quite surprised at how affordable... Read More it would be. Then when I was ready to make my purchase, I called again. Was explained to me that everything was done online, I told the lady on the phone I didn't want to make this kind of purchase online with no guidance. She was so helpful and kind and patient! Walked me thru every page of the form and honestly didn't take long at all. Hope I never need to use the policy but nice to know I have it.
Jamie Calaway
July 4, 2025Very easy & quick experience. We got insurance in no time with no hassle. Thank you!
Robert Earnest
July 4, 2025 -
I am glad I went with them. I needed a last minute policy to cover an event I was doing and they had exactly what I needed at a... Read More reasonable price. I definitely would use them in the future,
Deloris Pacheco
June 27, 2025great little company, with fair pricing, for entertainers who need occasional coverage. however, they have long hold times to speak to an agent, and their customer service left a little something... Read More to be desired. 🤷🏻♀️ overall, would recommend! 🙂
Gretje Angell
June 18, 2025What a lovely experience I had with Insurance Canopy! Easy and fast sign up, great policy, matches my needs as a self-employed business owner. Highly recommend!
Masha Rusanov
June 18, 2025 -
Needed DJ insurance for Memorial Day weekend & was squared away within an hour for 2 events! Highly recommend
Jay Solis
June 18, 2025Very user friendly platform. Multiple options. Very good pricing. Needed liability insurance in order to secure a very good paying event for my solo tribute show. Was set up within... Read More 15 minutes and had the signed contract in my possession 30 minutes later.
Michael Riley
June 18, 2025Would have 5 starts, but not right now. This is the first time I have ever had to pay for an additional insured ever in 20 year's. They either have... Read More a way to input the information or you can call or email to request it.
Anthony Burgess
June 18, 2025 -
Representative Sarah was very helpful. Walked me through every step and not to mention the price even matched the service! Would recommend to any and everyone.
queenkiam
June 18, 2025Very easy to renew policy
Elyce Nissinoff
June 18, 2025They can help.you with the right Insurance you need, and the lowest price
Alvaro Baltazar
May 18, 2025 -
Provides event insurance at a very reasonable price compared to other companies. Easy to purchase and provide proof of insurance.
David Fox
May 18, 2025Affordable for dance & yoga folk. Thumbs up!
Maia Claire
May 18, 2025Extremely affordable event insurance and an easy to work with system and team that will advise you every step of the way!
Ishan Arvin
May 18, 2025 -
everything is excellent
Radames Martinez
May 18, 2025I'm a new customer/policy holder. Super easy online application and policy setup. Very competitive rates. Certificate of insurance generated and received (PDF) immediately once method of payment established. Great service... Read More online! Thank you.
Matthew Terry
April 18, 2025For me, this application process was super efficient and easy to navigate on line. That goes a long way!
Holly Mulder
April 18, 2025 -
Affordable. Thank you.
Ana Young
April 18, 2025I have not had any issues over the years with Insurance Canopy, with canceling and renewing, I have found the cost of coverage in line or better then some. I have... Read More never had to file a claim yet and hope to keep it that way, so I cannot comment as how well they respond to that.
John Corkins
March 18, 2025Canopy insurance has covered my DJ business for several years and I am totally satisfied with their services. Thank you DjVic🎧
DjVic Universal Sounds
March 18, 2025 -
I have them for 3 years this year seems price went up . I have never had to use them for a claim so really couldn’t tell you about that!
Denice Lapointe
February 18, 2025Great for Event Insurance - most affordable
Gaby Nobrega
February 18, 2025I was feeling overwhelmed with the specifications needed for my insurance coverage. I was offered friendly, quick and clear assistance. Through Canopy and Rey's help I was able to obtain... Read More a personalized policy.
ESPIE QUINTERO
February 18, 2025 -
TLJ's Mobile Mixology, LLC had been insured with Insurance Canopy since it's inception and we have no complaints.
Tenisha J.
February 4, 2025Knowledgeable, kind, attentive and professional. She helped me to feel comfortable, well taken good care of and get the service possible.
Ed Levitt
February 3, 2025As a Massage Therapist, I was not aware until a few years ago that I did not have to be part of an Organization to get my liability insurance! I... Read More am so thankful for Canopy and to not have a shared aggregate limit with thousands of other massage therapists. Individual coverage is EXTREMELY important to Me and this coverage is very affordable!
Kristie Williams
January 30, 2025 -
This insurance has helped me secure events with my corporate and local government clients. They have great customer service and are always willing to help.
Tony Felix
January 23, 2025Representative was clear & concise in explaining specifics of the policy. Cost of policy very reasonable.
John B
January 16, 2025I’m very happy with my purchase of liability insurance for a one-off event. I was even able to edit the policy after it had been issued with the help of... Read More their representative. Everything was painless and reasonably priced.
jay gedeon
January 6, 2025
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Thank you so much
Steve Monreal
July 11, 2025 -
Very easy & quick experience. We got insurance in no time with no hassle. Thank you!
Robert Earnest
July 4, 2025 -
I needed a portable policy as a yoga instructor. I found this company in an online search. Called and got details from them, was quite surprised at how affordable... Read More it would be. Then when I was ready to make my purchase, I called again. Was explained to me that everything was done online, I told the lady on the phone I didn't want to make this kind of purchase online with no guidance. She was so helpful and kind and patient! Walked me thru every page of the form and honestly didn't take long at all. Hope I never need to use the policy but nice to know I have it.
Jamie Calaway
July 4, 2025 -
I am glad I went with them. I needed a last minute policy to cover an event I was doing and they had exactly what I needed at a... Read More reasonable price. I definitely would use them in the future,
Deloris Pacheco
June 27, 2025 -
great little company, with fair pricing, for entertainers who need occasional coverage. however, they have long hold times to speak to an agent, and their customer service left a little something... Read More to be desired. 🤷🏻♀️ overall, would recommend! 🙂
Gretje Angell
June 18, 2025 -
Representative Sarah was very helpful. Walked me through every step and not to mention the price even matched the service! Would recommend to any and everyone.
queenkiam
June 18, 2025 -
What a lovely experience I had with Insurance Canopy! Easy and fast sign up, great policy, matches my needs as a self-employed business owner. Highly recommend!
Masha Rusanov
June 18, 2025 -
Needed DJ insurance for Memorial Day weekend & was squared away within an hour for 2 events! Highly recommend
Jay Solis
June 18, 2025 -
Very user friendly platform. Multiple options. Very good pricing. Needed liability insurance in order to secure a very good paying event for my solo tribute show. Was set up within... Read More 15 minutes and had the signed contract in my possession 30 minutes later.
Michael Riley
June 18, 2025 -
Would have 5 starts, but not right now. This is the first time I have ever had to pay for an additional insured ever in 20 year's. They either have... Read More a way to input the information or you can call or email to request it.
Anthony Burgess
June 18, 2025
Coverage Details
General & Professional Liability Limits
$3,000,000
$3,000,000
The amount your policy will pay for claims arising out of one or more of the following offenses:
– False Arrest, detention or imprisonment
– Malicious prosecution
– Wrongful Eviction or Wrongful Entry
– Oral or written publications that slander or libels a person or organization
– Oral or written publication or material that violates a person’s right of privacy
– The use of another’s advertising idea in your advertisement
Included
The maximum the insurance carrier will pay for a bodily injury or property damage claim that you become legally obligated to pay due to your business and professional services.
$2,000,000
Applies to damage by fire to premises rented to the insured and to damage regardless of cause to premises (including contents) occupied by the insured for 7 days or less.
$300,000
$5,000
The amount we deduct from a claim before paying up to your policy limits.
$100
Optional Add-Ons
Price
$1.33–$5.55/month
The maximum amount paid out in the case of a cyber attack on your business. Because this coverage is not automatically included in the standard General Liability Policy, you will need to opt into this coverage. See the application for additional coverage details for Cyber Liability Insurance.
$8.25/month
$6.83/month
Coverage for a third party, such as a business, property owner, event organizer, or employer who could be named in a claim arising from your business operations. It cannot be used for employees, friends or family, other trainers, yourself, or other businesses you may own. Add one additional insured for $15, or choose unlimited additional insureds for $30.
$15–$30/year
Questions About Insurance for Fitness Instructors
What Does Fitness Professionals Insurance Cover?
Fitness professional insurance can cover many common claims, including the following:
- Slip-and-fall accidents
- Client injuries or death
- Damaged property
- Allergic reactions
- Stolen gear and equipment
If a client is hurt and unable to work, they could hold you responsible for covering the cost of medical bills, lost wages, and even emotional damages. If someone trips over a yoga mat and breaks a mirror in a studio you rent, you would be responsible for repairing the damages.
Even if you have clients sign a waiver, you can still be faced with lawsuits and need to defend yourself against them. A waiver cannot help you pay for legal expenses the way your insurance policy can.
With Insurance Canopy, you can feel confident you have the coverage you need to help you pay for common claims.
How Does Gear & Equipment Coverage (Inland Marine) Work?
Gear & Equipment Coverage is a unique type of protection for your business’s items such as weights, yoga mats, and exercise equipment. You can use it to insure the stuff you take with you to a fitness class, the equipment you buy to furnish your own gym, or the gear you use to record virtual fitness content.
This coverage is best for fitness professionals who are mobile, run their own studio, or have invested in gear for an online business. It’s also good for instructors who teach at retreats or special events where they need to bring their own gear.
Our Gear & Equipment Coverage offers up to $10,000 in protection. You can choose the best plan and add coverage to your insurance policy for as low as $1.33/month. It’s available to add to a new policy during the application process or to an existing policy from your online dashboard.
What’s the Difference Between Instructor Insurance and Gym Insurance?
The difference between instructor insurance vs gym insurance is whether or not you own the property where you work.
- Gym insurance (property insurance) is coverage designed to insure buildings you own and use for your fitness business.
- Instructor insurance (liability insurance) is designed to insure the work you do as a professional and help you pay for claims caused by your business.
Liability insurance mainly focuses on the general and professional liability parts of the policy. This means most of the coverages apply to claims related to injuries or damages your fitness services cause to other people and their property.
This policy does not offer the same protection as a property insurance coverage, and it may only cover you for some claims that occur in properties you rent (not own) under the Damage to Premises Rented to You coverage.
Can I Get Fitness Instructor Insurance on a Monthly Basis?
Yes, you can get fitness liability insurance on a monthly basis for as low as $15 with Insurance Canopy! Simply begin your application to get a quick quote. From there, select the “pay monthly” option to secure your fitness instructor insurance today.
At Insurance Canopy, we understand that your business — and budget — sometimes requires flexibility. That’s why we make it easy for you to get monthly fitness liability insurance that balances high coverage with affordable pricing.
Does This Fitness Policy Cover Barre Instructors?
Yes, Insurance Canopy’s fitness policy covers barre instructors! Get comprehensive barre instructor insurance starting at only $159/year to protect yourself from claims like in-studio slips, injuries befalling overeager students, and even advertising mistakes.
Our customized fitness insurance for barre lets you add on extras, such as cyber liability and tools and equipment coverage, for a policy that’s as balanced as your instruction.
Need insurance for a shorter teaching season? We offer fitness instructor insurance by the month, so you can get covered and get back to the barre on your terms.
*Not currently available in Missouri.
**All customers who purchased a policy before 7/1/2024 will have a policy issued through Great American Insurance. This policy does not include occurrence form coverage and will be eligible to receive it after 7/1/2025.
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