Twiggs Martial Arts Academy
2747 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
Website: https://twiggsmartialarts.com/
Phone: (954) 398-3958
Last Updated: September 4, 2025
Twiggs Martial Arts Academy (“the Academy,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our students, parents, guardians, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal information when you engage with our services, including enrolling in martial arts classes, participating in events, visiting our facility, or using our website (https://twiggsmartialarts.com/) (collectively, the “Services”). By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Personal Information
- Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and emergency contact information provided during registration or communication.
- Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, or other payment methods used for membership fees, class payments, or purchases (e.g., uniforms or equipment).
- Health Information: Medical conditions, injuries, or physical limitations disclosed to ensure safe participation in martial arts training (with your consent or as required for minors).
- Demographic Information: Date of birth, age, or other details provided during enrollment.
- Media: Photographs, videos, or audio recordings taken during classes, events, or promotional activities (with your consent, unless you opt out in writing).
1.2 Non-Personal Information
- Website Usage Data: Information about your interaction with our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site, collected via cookies or similar technologies.
- Class Attendance: Records of participation in classes or events to track progress and manage memberships.
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
- Direct Submission: When you register for classes, complete forms, sign waivers, make payments, or contact us via email, phone (e.g., (954) 398-3958), or in person.
- Website Interaction: When you visit https://twiggsmartialarts.com/, submit inquiries, or complete online forms.
- Class or Event Participation: Through attendance logs, class observations, or media captured during Academy activities.
- Automated Tools: Via cookies, web beacons, or analytics tools on our website to monitor usage and enhance functionality.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Administer memberships, process payments, and provide access to classes, events, or programs.
- Communicate with you about class schedules, Academy updates, promotions, or other relevant information.
- Ensure safety by maintaining records of health conditions or emergency contacts.
- Promote the Academy through photographs, videos, or testimonials (with your consent, unless you opt out in writing).
- Improve our Services by analyzing website usage, class attendance, and participation trends.
- Comply with legal obligations, such as responding to subpoenas or other lawful requests.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party providers (e.g., payment processors or website hosting services) who assist in delivering our Services, subject to confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, such as in response to a court order, subpoena, or government investigation.
- Emergency Situations: To protect the safety of students, staff, or others (e.g., sharing emergency contact information with medical personnel).
- Promotional Materials: Photographs or videos may be used in marketing materials or on our website/social media, unless you opt out in writing.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include secure storage of physical records, encryption of payment data, and restricted access to personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
6. Your Choices and Rights
- Opt-Out of Marketing: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in our communications or contacting us at (954) 398-3958 or [insert Academy email address].
- Opt-Out of Media Use: You may opt out of having your (or your minor child’s) photographs or videos used for promotional purposes by submitting a written request to [insert Academy email address].
- Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal requirements.
- Minors: For students under 18, a parent or legal guardian must provide consent for the collection and use of personal information.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site performance, and personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., payment processors or social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
9. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. For example, membership records may be retained for the duration of your enrollment and a reasonable period thereafter.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under 13, except as part of supervised martial arts programs with parental consent. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete it promptly. Parents or guardians may contact us to review or request deletion of their child’s information.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our website (https://twiggsmartialarts.com/) and at our facility. Continued use of our Services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact us at:
Twiggs Martial Arts Academy
2747 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
Phone: (954) 398-3958
Contact Us: Complete our form here.