Northwest Bellydance Academy respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website and participation in our programs.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.
Information We Collect
When you interact with our website or enroll in classes, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Billing address
- Payment information when purchasing classes, workshops, or events
- Emergency contact information
- Health or physical ability information voluntarily provided for class participation
Our website may also collect limited technical information automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited on our website
This information helps us improve the functionality and performance of our website. This information is never sold or shared
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide in order to:
- Process purchases and payments
- Register you for classes, workshops, or events
- Communicate with you about your registration or account
- Provide customer support
- Ensure safe participation in dance classes and activities
- Improve our website and services
We only collect information that is necessary to operate our business and serve our students.
Information Used for Class Participation
In order to support safe and appropriate participation in dance classes, workshops, and performances, students may voluntarily provide information related to:
- Physical limitations or injuries
- Health considerations relevant to movement or exercise
- Personal contact informaiton
- Emergency contact information
This information is kept private and used only for the purpose of supporting safe participation in our programs. It is not shared outside of Northwest Bellydance Academy except when necessary in an emergency situation.
Media and Photography
Classes, workshops, rehearsals, and performances may be photographed or recorded for promotional, educational, or archival purposes.
By participating in Northwest Bellydance Academy activities, you acknowledge that images or video may be captured and may be used indefinitely by Northwest Bellydance Academy for promotional or educational purposes, including website content, social media, advertising, and printed materials.
Participation in photographed or recorded activities is voluntary. Any individual who prefers not to appear in photos or video may choose to abstain from being photographed or recorded at any time and should notify the instructor or event organizer.
Payment Information
Payments made through our website and point of sale are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
Payment processors use industry-standard security measures to protect your payment information.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, trade, or share any personal information with third parties.
Your information is only used internally for the purposes described in this policy, except when required by law.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information and maintain appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Links
Our website may occasionally contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Northwest Bellydance Academy
509-903-5274
northwestbellydance@gmail.com