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PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: June 2025

1. Introduction

Josiah Kicks Academy ("JKA", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, families, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or enroll in our programs.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Identification: Name, email address, phone number, and date of birth (for minors, parent/guardian information).
  • Contact Information: Mailing address and emergency contact details.
  • Program Information: Class preferences, attendance records, and membership details.
  • Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through our payment providers. We do not store full credit card numbers.
  • Website Usage: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and cookies for improving your experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process registrations and manage memberships.
  • Communicate class schedules, updates, and promotional offers.
  • Process payments and send billing notifications.
  • Improve our programs and website experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations and safety requirements.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms) who assist in operating our business, under strict confidentiality agreements. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our students and staff.

5. Photos & Media

From time to time, JKA may photograph or record classes and events for promotional use on our website and social media. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please notify us in writing and we will make every reasonable effort to respect your request.

6. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly as a result.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

We are a family-oriented martial arts academy that serves minors. All personal information for students under 18 is collected from and managed by their parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly collect personal data directly from children without parental consent.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contactus@josiahkicksacademy.com.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Josiah Kicks Academy

Richmond, BC, Canada

Email: contactus@josiahkicksacademy.com

Phone: 778-906-2414