Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Dynamic Rhythmic Gymnastics Club
Last Updated: June 12, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Dynamic Rhythmic Gymnastics Club ("we", "us", "our", or "the Club") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website https://dynamicrgc.co.za/ (the "Website"), interact with us via WhatsApp, email, phone, or in person, or participate in our rhythmic gymnastics classes, events, or related services.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA), as well as other applicable South African laws. By using our Website or providing us with your personal information, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Who We Are

Dynamic Rhythmic Gymnastics Club is a rhythmic gymnastics training facility based in Cape Town, South Africa, offering classes for children (from beginners aged 5+ to competitive levels). The Club is owned and operated by Marianna Eddy.

Contact Details:

Owner & Coach: Marianna Eddy
WhatsApp: +27 83 444 4110
Website: https://dynamicrgc.co.za/
Physical Locations: Classes in areas such as Rosebank and Rondebosch (Cape Town)

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us using the details above.

2. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact Information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers (including WhatsApp), and physical addresses of parents/guardians.
Child Information: Names, dates of birth, age, gender, medical information (e.g., allergies, health conditions relevant to participation), and photographs/videos of children during classes or events (with consent).
Enrollment and Payment Data: Class registrations, fees paid, banking details (for payments), and emergency contact information.
Usage Data: Website visit information, such as IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and cookies (see section on Cookies below).
Other Information: Communications with us, feedback/testimonials, and any other information you voluntarily provide.

We only collect information that is necessary for our legitimate business purposes or as required by law.

3. How We Collect Your Information

Directly from you: When you fill out contact/enrollment forms, register for classes, make payments, communicate via WhatsApp/email, or provide information in person.
Automatically: Through cookies and similar technologies on our Website.
From third parties: Occasionally from payment processors, gymnastics governing bodies (e.g., for competitions), or public sources.

4. How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your personal information for purposes including:

Providing and managing our gymnastics classes and services.
Processing enrollments, payments, and communications about your child’s progress.
Marketing and promotions (e.g., newsletters about events or offers), with the option to opt out.
Safety and insurance purposes (e.g., medical info for emergencies).
Complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing our terms.
Improving our Website and services through analytics.

We will only process your information for these specified purposes or compatible ones, and will not sell your personal data to third parties.

We may share your information with:

Service Providers: Coaches, venue operators, payment processors, IT/support services, and photographers (under confidentiality agreements).
Gymnastics Authorities: Relevant bodies for competitions or affiliations (with necessary consent where required).
Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights/safety.

We do not share data internationally unless necessary (e.g., with cloud service providers that comply with POPIA-equivalent protections).

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website may use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and remember preferences. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. We do not use cookies for targeted advertising at this time.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

Access your personal information.
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Object to or restrict processing in certain circumstances.
Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa).

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details above. We will respond within a reasonable time and may require identification.

9. Retention of Personal Information

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined, to comply with legal requirements, or to resolve disputes. Once no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Children's Privacy

We are particularly mindful of children’s information. We collect data about children only with the consent of parents/guardians and use it solely for participation in our programs.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on our Website with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Policy.

12. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Thank you for trusting Dynamic Rhythmic Gymnastics Club with your and your child’s information. We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment both on and off the gymnastics floor.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via WhatsApp or the contact form on our website.

Dynamic Rhythmic Gymnastics Club
Cape Town, South Africa