Who we are
Our website address is: https://gileadance.ca.
Gilda Dance – Kelowna, British Columbia
Effective Date: March 14, 2026
Gilda Dance respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our students, parents, website visitors, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our studio, website, and services.
By using our website or registering for classes with Gilda Dance, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with Gilda Dance.
Personal Identification Information
- Name
- Parent or guardian name (for minors)
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Emergency contact information
- Date of birth or age of student
Registration and Payment Information
When registering for classes, camps, or events, we may collect:
- Student information
- Class selections
- Billing details
- Payment information (processed through secure third-party payment providers)
Gilda Dance does not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
Health and Safety Information
For the safety of students, we may collect limited health information such as:
- Allergies
- Injuries or physical limitations
- Medical conditions relevant to dance participation
This information is used only to ensure student safety.
Website Usage Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be automatically collected, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
This helps us improve website functionality and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
- Registering students for classes and programs
- Processing payments and maintaining billing records
- Communicating with students and families about schedules, events, and updates
- Ensuring student health and safety during classes
- Improving our services and website functionality
- Sending newsletters, promotions, or studio announcements (you may opt out at any time)
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
3. Photos and Media
Gilda Dance may capture photos or videos during classes, performances, competitions, or studio events.
These images may be used for:
- Studio promotions
- Social media
- Marketing materials
- Website content
Parents or students who prefer not to appear in promotional materials may notify us in writing, and we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate such requests.
4. Sharing of Information
Gilda Dance does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
We may share limited information with trusted third parties only when necessary to operate our services, including:
- Payment processing providers
- Registration software platforms
- Website hosting services
- Competition or event organizers (when students participate)
These service providers are required to protect personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.
We may also disclose personal information when required by law.
5. Protection of Personal Information
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
These safeguards may include:
- Secure payment processing systems
- Password-protected systems
- Limited access to personal data
- Secure storage of records
However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
6. Children’s Privacy
Many of our students are minors. Personal information about children is collected only with parental or guardian consent.
Parents and guardians have the right to:
- Review their child’s personal information
- Request corrections
- Request deletion of information where legally permitted
7. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience.
Cookies may be used to:
- Analyze website traffic
- Remember preferences
- Improve website performance
You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, such as competition organizations or social media platforms.
Gilda Dance is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage users to review their privacy policies.
9. Access and Correction of Information
Individuals have the right to request access to personal information we hold about them.
If you believe any information we have is inaccurate or incomplete, please contact us so we can correct it promptly.
10. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Maintain business records
- Meet legal and accounting requirements
After that time, information may be securely deleted or anonymized.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Gilda Dance may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
When updates occur, the revised policy will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us:
Gilda Dance
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Email: gileadance@gmail.com
Phone: 778-821-0707