Privacy Policy

Your Privacy Matters to Us

Tatsu Martial Arts is committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and store your data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we comply with Ontario’s privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Ontario Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) where applicable.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information:

  • Contact details (name, phone number, email, address)

  • Emergency contact information

  • Medical details relevant to training safety

  • Payment and billing details for membership fees

  • Digital information, including IP address and cookies, when you visit our website

2. How We Use Your Information
We collect personal information for the following purposes:

  • To process registrations and manage membership accounts

  • To communicate important updates about classes, events, and billing

  • To ensure student safety during training

  • To improve our website and marketing efforts

  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Consent & Your Rights
By providing your personal information, you consent to its collection and use as outlined in this policy. You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Correct or update your personal details

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and membership obligations)

4. Data Protection & Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online platform is completely secure, so we encourage members to safeguard their personal information as well.

5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. However, we may share data in the following circumstances:

  • With trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors) who assist in dojo operations

  • If required by law or government authorities

  • If necessary to protect the safety and integrity of our members and dojo

6. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy or to comply with legal obligations. Once no longer needed, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal or operational changes. Members will be notified of any significant updates.

8. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact: Tatsu Martial Arts