Privacy Policy

JOE’S BOXING ACADEMY – Privacy & Cookies Policy

Effective date: 10 November 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Joe’s Boxing Academy.
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and store your data, and how we use cookies to improve your online experience.

By using our website or services, you agree to this policy.

2. Who We Are

Joe’s Boxing Academy
Address: 1 – 4 Perry Road, Harlow, Essex, CM18 7NS

We are the data controller for the personal information we collect through our website and club membership systems.

3. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect:

Your name and contact details (email, phone, address)
Date of birth
Emergency contact details
Medical information (to ensure your safety during training)
Payment and membership details
Photos or videos (only with your consent)
Technical data such as IP address and browsing behaviour (via cookies or analytics tools)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Manage memberships and payments
Communicate about classes, events, or changes
Ensure participant health and safety
Maintain attendance and training records
Improve our website and services
Promote the club (with your consent for photos or media)

We never sell your data.

5. Legal Bases for Processing

We process your data under:

Contract – to provide membership and training services
Legal obligation – for health and safety or safeguarding requirements
Legitimate interest – to manage and promote the club
Consent – for marketing or media purposes

You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

6. Data Security & Retention

We keep your data secure in password-protected systems and limit access to authorised staff only.
Data is retained only as long as necessary – usually up to 2 years after membership ends, unless required for legal, insurance, or accounting purposes.

7. Sharing Your Information

We may share your data with:

Payment processors (for fee collection)
Insurers or governing bodies (for registration or incident reporting)
Emergency services (in case of an incident)

All third parties are required to handle your data securely and lawfully.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Object to processing or request restriction
Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us at [insert contact email].
If you are not satisfied, you may complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
🌐 www.ico.org.uk | ☎️ 0303 123 1113

9. Cookies Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us improve your browsing experience and understand how our website is used.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies – Required for the website to function (e.g. logins, forms, payments).

Analytics Cookies – Help us understand website usage and improve performance (e.g. Google Analytics).

Functional Cookies – Remember user preferences and settings.

Marketing Cookies – Used for promotional tracking and social media integration (only with your consent).

Managing Cookies

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Please note that disabling some cookies may affect website performance or functionality.

To adjust your settings:

In Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
In Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
In Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective date.”

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please contact:
Use the “Contact Us” section of the website

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