PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 1st November 2025

Welcome to the Dance Afloat Academy.
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website and use our online dance membership services.

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1. What Type of Information Do We Collect?

We may collect the following types of personal information:
• Personal identification details: name, email address, phone number, billing address.
• Account information: username, password, and membership preferences.
• Payment information: credit/debit card details or payment account information (processed securely by third-party payment processors).
• Usage information: how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.
• Multimedia content: any photos, videos, or feedback you upload or share as part of your dance lessons or community participation.
• Optional information: survey responses, testimonials, or social media interactions.

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2. How Do We Collect Information?

We collect information in the following ways:
• When you register for a membership or create an account.
• When you purchase classes or subscription plans.
• When you contact us through forms, email, or chat.
• When you participate in online classes, events, or forums.
• Automatically through cookies and analytics tools that help us understand how our site is used.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of our website.

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3. Why Do We Collect Personal Information?

We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:
• To provide and manage your membership and dance services.
• To process payments securely and deliver receipts or confirmations.
• To communicate with you regarding your account, class updates, or promotions.
• To improve our website, content, and user experience.
• To send marketing and updates, if you have opted in to receive them.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

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4. How Do We Store, Use, Share, and Disclose Personal Information?
• Your personal data is stored securely on protected servers.
• Payment data is processed only through secure third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) and never stored directly by us.
• We may share limited information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the website, delivering classes, processing payments, or sending emails. These providers are required to maintain data confidentiality.
• We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
• We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, users, or property.

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5. How Do We Communicate With Our Site Visitors?

We may contact you via email, phone, or text messages for:
• Account management and class updates
• Billing or subscription reminders
• Promotional offers (only if you have subscribed)
• Important changes to this policy or our terms

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us directly.

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6. Do We Collect Information From Minors?

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16 years of age.
If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a minor without verified parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

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7. Privacy Policy Updates

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review it regularly.

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8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Dance Afloat Academy
Email: info@danceafloat.com
Address: The Cottage, Oak Hill Lane, Ipswich, IP2 8PA
Phone: ‪+44 1473 833400