Ascend Dance Studio is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with our services, including but not limited to registration, tuition payments, event participation, and communication.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information:
Student and/or parent/guardian names
Address, phone number, email address
Date of birth
Emergency contact details
Medical or allergy information (if required for participation)
Payment Information:
Credit/debit card information (processed via secure third-party payment systems)
Billing address
Media:
Photos or videos taken during classes, performances, or events (only with consent)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for purposes including, but not limited to:
Registering students and managing enrollment
Processing tuition and other payments
Communicating with you regarding schedules, updates, and events
Ensuring participant safety and emergency contact access
Marketing (only with prior consent, where applicable)
Improving our programs and customer service
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
With service providers that assist in processing payments, registrations, or communications (e.g., email platforms, payment processors)
When required by law or to comply with legal obligations
With your consent (e.g., sharing participant names for competition registrations or public acknowledgments)
4. Photo/Video Consent
We may take photos and videos during classes or events for use in promotional materials, social media, and on our website. Consent for media use will be obtained at registration or through a separate release form. If you do not wish for you or your child to appear in any media, please notify us in writing.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no data transmission over the internet or method of storage can be guaranteed 100% secure.
6. Access and Control
You have the right to:
Review and request corrections to your personal information
Withdraw consent where applicable (e.g., marketing, media use)
Request deletion of your data, subject to legal or administrative requirements
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [Insert Contact Info]
7. Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. All enrollment and account activities must be handled by a parent or legal guardian.
8. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website and take effect immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
I acknowledge and agree to the following terms regarding fees associated with participation in the programs, events, or services provided by Ascend Dance Studio
Non-Refundable Fees
I understand and agree that all of the following fees are non-refundable under any circumstances, including but not limited to withdrawal, cancellation, dismissal, injury, illness, scheduling conflicts, or acts of nature:
Tuition Fees
Registration Fees
Costume Fees
Competition Fees
Convention Fees
Commitment Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that my enrollment or participation represents a commitment to the program, and that the above fees cover program costs that are incurred in advance and are not recoverable by the organization once paid or allocated.
No Exceptions Policy
I understand that no exceptions will be made to this policy, regardless of the reason for withdrawal or cancellation, and that I am responsible for full payment of all fees as outlined above.
Understanding and Agreement
I certify that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this waiver. I understand that by signing this document, I am waiving any right to request or receive a refund for any of the above fees.
