Maxine Thomas Yoga
Privacy Policy  

This Privacy Policy relates to the website www.maxinethomasyoga.co.uk and governs the privacy of its visitors. It explains how information is collected, stored and how it is used. By using the Services of bluelotusyoga.co.uk you confirm you have read and understood the Privacy Policy.

APPLICATION OF PRIVACY POLICY 

I/we totally respect your personal information and will only ask you for information that we really need from you. I/we will look after it in the same way I/we would want ours looking after, keeping it secure. I/we will only share it with others where we need their help to deliver our service to you. Be assured that we will never share your information in any other circumstances – nor will I/we sell it on elsewhere.

maxine thomas yoga takes your privacy very seriously. This privacy policy has been prepared in line with the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which promotes fairness and transparency for all individuals in respect of their personal data. This privacy policy applies to all data we process, and by using our website you consent to our collection and use of such data.

WHAT INFORMATION IS BEING COLLECTED? 

As a data controller, we collect a variety of data in order to deliver our services, and we will manage your personal data transparently, fairly and securely. We may ask you to provide us with the following data – first name, last name, address, postcode, email addresses, IP addresses and contact numbers of the person(s) making an initial enquiry about our services, booking our services or participating in our services.  

By signing up to receive our newsletter you are consenting to receive marketing communications from us about news, upcoming events and special offers. You can unsubscribe from these emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us here →

We collect this data on the following lawful basis to arrange or fulfil a contract and/or to meet a legal obligation other than a contract.  

When you visit our website we also collect Cookies. These are small pieces of data that websites send to a user's computer and are stored on the user's web browser. They are designed to enable the website to remember information, such as what a user might have put in a shopping cart for example. This helps us to deliver our service to you. 

WILL DATA BE SHARED? 

We share personal data with the following third parties - email provider, accountant, website manager/hosting company, delivery/postage service providers 

Data will not be sold to third-party organisations.

There are also certain situations in which we may share access to your personal data without your explicit consent; for example, if required by law, to protect the life of an individual, or to comply with any valid legal process, government request, rule or regulation.

WHY DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL DATA? 

We share your data in order to deliver our service to you, to personalise your experience, to provide account access and to for marketing purposes. We may transfer personal data to a country outside of the European Economic Area (EEA) if necessary eg if a third party we utilise could have servers located outside of the EEA. If this is the case, we will either obtain your consent or otherwise ensure that the transfer is legal and your data is secure by following the EU's guidelines. 

HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR PERSONAL DATA SAFE? 

We keep your data secure by following internal policies of best practice and by using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology when information is submitted to us online. In the unlikely event of a criminal breach of our security we will inform the relevant regulatory body within 72 hours and, if your personal data were involved in the breach, we will also inform you. 

CHANGES TO THE PRIVACY POLICY AND CONTROL 

We may change this privacy policy from time to time. When we do, we will let you know by changing the date on this policy, notifying customers of only significant changes. By continuing to access or use our services after those changes become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised privacy policy. 

YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES 

You have the following rights: - 

- the right to be informed about the collection and use of your personal data
- the right of access to your personal data and any supplementary information
- the right to have any errors in your personal data rectified
- the right to have your personal data erased
- the right to block or suppressing the processing of your personal data
- the right to move, copy or transfer your personal data from one IT environment to another
- the right to object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances, and
- rights related to automated decision-making (i.e. where no humans are involved) and profiling (i.e. where certain personal data is processed to evaluate an individual).

We also give you the option to manage your data via email, telephone and/or writing to us.

While we do not hold personal data any longer than we need to, the duration will depend on your relationship with us, and whether it is ongoing. We may keep some of your personal data for up to 7 years after our working contract with you has finished for tax legislation purposes. After this time we may archive your photographs indefinitely along with your relevant details and consent forms. This is due to requests for replacement images being made several years after being taken. 

ACCESS TO STORED DATA

If you have any questions about the data we hold about you, please feel free to contact us and we will comply with your request as per our legal obligations.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

If you require any further clarification on how we collect, store and process your personal information, please contact us directly. Alternatively, if you would like further information on the legal guidelines we operate within, please refer to the ICO website at https://ico.org.uk

OUR DETAILS 

This business is owned by Maxine Thomas, trading as Maxine Thomas Yoga You can contact us below

Disclaimer for online classes


Due to the nature of online teaching, or recorded classes, it is impossible for the teacher to see everyone in the class all of the time, so Maxine

cannot accept any responsibility, nor can she be held responsible, for anything that you choose to do with your body in the comfort of your own

home.


By booking onto an online class with Maxine, or watching a recorded class, you are entering into a contract whereby you agree to take full

responsibility for yourself during your participation in all online classes.


Yoga is a method of self enquiry in which the responsibility lies firmly with the practitioner to ascertain what they should or should not be doing

by paying close attention to how they feel. You are strongly advised to listen to your body, to rest whenever your breathing feels laboured, or you feel tired, and to let Maxine know if you have any medical issues either by email phone call before each class, or by using the chat facility in the online meeting space 10 minutes before the class starts.


If you have not attended any of Maxine's classes before, you are required to complete a health questionnaire before the class starts. Please

contact Maxine and she will send you the form.


Maxine cannot be held responsible for any failure on behalf of any internet providers.


Terms and Conditions for Yoga classes


  • All classes must be booked and paid for in advance. No spaces will be saved without payment
  • No refunds can be given for non attendance, classes not taken for whatever reason cannot be carried forward to another date. However if you miss a face to face class or a Zoom class a recording of the online Zoom class can be given on request ( if you are a Zoom attendee the recording will be sent out automatically.
  • Contact details are required from those who pay in advance in case of a class cancellation.
  • If the class has to be cancelled for whatever reason then another class will be offered or a refund given. I will also update the Facebook page  "Yoga with Maxine" and either email or text wherever possible if I have to cancel at short notice.
  • Please provide your own equipment, a mat, 2 bricks, a strap and anything else you may need to practice safely such as a cushion to sit on or a blanket for relaxation. Please note I do have straps and blocks to lend out but this is not always guaranteed.
  • Please do not attend class if you feel unwell, have a temperature, flu like symptoms or a persistent cough.
  • A Health Questionnaire should be completed wherever possible


Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs.

A non refundable deposit is required to secure your space on the course which will be deducted from the cost of the course. Payment for the course can be paid in two instalments, a post dated cheque is required for the second instalment.

No refunds can be given for lessons not taken.


One to One Yoga

Lessons for private instruction there is a strict 24 hour cancellation policy. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice the full fee will be charged.


Health

Whilst yoga may be practised safely by the majority of people, there are certain conditions which require special attention. If you are unsure please consult your GP before commencing class. You are required to inform the instructor of any injuries, illnesses, or medical conditions prior to the start of the class by completion of a health questionnaire wherever possible. Responsibility must be taken for your own health and it is important that you listen to your body, take drinks when required and rest as necessary, never continue to work through pain.