Privacy Policy

MERGE DANCE CO – PRIVACY POLICY

Merge Dance Co (“MDC”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our students and families. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information.

By enrolling with Merge Dance Co or using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect personal information including, but not limited to:

• Parent/guardian name and contact details

• Student name, date of birth, and age

• Emergency contact information

• Medical or learning information relevant to a student’s safety or participation

• Enrolment, class, and attendance details

• Payment and invoicing information

• Photos and videos taken during classes, rehearsals, or performances (where consent is provided)

2. HOW WE COLLECT INFORMATION

Information is collected when you:

• Complete an enrolment or registration form

• Communicate with us via email, phone, app, or social media

• Make payments or manage your account through our parent portal

• Attend classes, events, or performances

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use personal information to:

• Manage student enrolments and class placements

• Communicate important information, updates, and notices

• Ensure student safety and wellbeing

• Administer billing, invoicing, and payments

• Improve our services and operations

• Promote Merge Dance Co (including use of images/videos, where consent is given)

4. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Information may be shared only when:

• Required by law

• Necessary to protect the health or safety of a student

• Required for administration purposes (e.g. payment processing platforms or enrolment systems)

Any third-party providers used by MDC are expected to comply with appropriate privacy and security standards.

5. STORAGE & SECURITY

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from:

• Misuse

• Loss

• Unauthorised access

• Modification or disclosure

Information is stored securely through our administration systems and digital platforms. Access is limited to authorised personnel only.

6. ACCESS & CORRECTION

You may request access to, or correction of, your personal information at any time by contacting Merge Dance Co.

We will take reasonable steps to ensure all personal information we hold is accurate, up to date, and complete.

7. PHOTOS & MEDIA

From time to time, MDC may take photographs or videos during classes, rehearsals, or performances.

These may be used for:

• Studio displays

• Social media

• Website and promotional materials

Media will only be used in line with the consent provided during enrolment. If you wish to change or withdraw consent, please notify us in writing.

8. COMMUNICATION

By enrolling with Merge Dance Co, you consent to receiving communications related to:

• Classes and enrolments

• Invoices and payments

• Studio updates, events, and notices

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time.

9. POLICY UPDATES

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The most current version will apply to all information held by Merge Dance Co.

10. CONTACT US

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding privacy, please contact:

Merge Dance Co
Email / Phone / App contact as provided during enrolment

11. ACCEPTANCE

By enrolling with Merge Dance Co, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.