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How much is personal trainer insurance in NZ?
Indicative $40–$85 per month for the 3 main covers a NZ personal trainer typically carries, taken together. Individual covers start from around $10/month.
Indicative only — not a quote. Risk: client injury during sessions, programming-advice claims. Almost every NZ gym requires contractor PL before granting space.
Indicative cost by cover
The combined figure above adds the low and high of the 3 rows below that carry a monthly price. Figures are indicative, not quotes.
| Cover | Indicative / month | Typical limit |
|---|---|---|
| Public Liability | $15–$35 | $1M–$2M |
| Professional Indemnity | $15–$30 | $500K |
| Equipment Cover (optional) | $10–$20 | Kit value |
What each cover is for
- Public Liability: Required by most NZ gyms before contractor access. $2M for group / outdoor sessions.
- Professional Indemnity: Programming-error claims (injury from advised exercise).
- Equipment Cover (optional): For mobile PTs carrying their own kit.
Is this a quote?
No. Every figure on this page is an indicative range published to help you budget. SmallBusinessInsurance.co.nz is operated by Evolve Group Limited (FSP711891), a licensed Financial Advice Provider. Business-insurance enquiries are referred to Blanket Advice Limited (FSP1004126), a separately licensed FAP, who provide the regulated advice and place the cover. Your premium is set by the insurer once your business is assessed.
Indicative figures last reviewed 21 September 2026.