Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 2025

1. Introduction

Manchester Martial Arts LTD ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our club finder and booking service.

2. Information We Collect

Location Data

When you use our location feature to find nearby clubs, we temporarily access your device's location. We do not store your location data. It is used solely to identify martial arts clubs near you and is immediately discarded after showing you the results.

Booking Information

When you book a taster session, we collect:

  • Your name
  • Contact phone number
  • Email address
  • Names and ages of attendees (for children's classes)
  • Selected class preferences and dates

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your booking information exclusively for the following business purposes:

  • To process and confirm your taster session booking
  • To communicate with you about your upcoming session
  • To send WhatsApp reminders if you've opted in
  • To allow the selected club to prepare for your visit
  • To send you marketing communications if you've opted in to our mailing list

4. Data Retention

We retain your booking information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the taster session booking
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
  • Support legitimate business operations

Typically, booking data is retained for up to 12 months after your session, unless you become a member or we have a legal requirement to retain it longer.

5. Data Sharing

We share your booking information only with:

  • The specific Temple Martial Arts club you've selected for your taster session
  • Our communication providers (for WhatsApp reminders if opted in)
  • Legal authorities when required by law

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes secure data transmission and storage practices.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent for WhatsApp reminders

8. Children's Privacy

When booking children's classes, we collect children's names and ages solely to facilitate class enrollment. This information is shared only with the selected club and is protected with the same security measures as adult information.

9. Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies to maintain your session and remember your booking progress. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Temple Martial Arts

Email: privacy@templemanchester.co.uk

Phone: Available at your local club