At All Jiu Jitsu Association (AJJA), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website, register for events, or participate in any AJJA activities. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: When you register for an event, sign up for our newsletter, or interact with AJJA, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, and payment information.

Sensitive Information: We may collect information related to your health or medical condition to ensure your safety during AJJA events. This information will only be used for the purpose of facilitating your participation in events and will be kept confidential.

Automatically Collected Information: We may also collect information about your device and usage patterns when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages viewed.

2. How We Use Your Information

Event Registration: We use your personal information to process your event registrations, manage your participation in AJJA events, and communicate important event-related information to you.

Communication: We may use your contact information to send you updates, newsletters, promotional offers, and other communications related to AJJA. You can opt out of receiving these communications at any time.

Improvement of Services: We may use your information to improve our services, including analyzing website usage, understanding customer preferences, and enhancing event experiences.

Safety and Compliance: Your health or medical information may be used to ensure your safety during events. Additionally, we may use your information to comply with legal obligations or protect the rights and safety of AJJA and its participants.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or managing events. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was shared.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe that such action is necessary to comply with legal processes, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of our participants.

Event Promotion: With your consent, we may share your photos, videos, or testimonials from AJJA events for promotional purposes. You can withdraw your consent at any time.

4. Data Security

Protection Measures: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes the use of encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

Retention: We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

5. Your Rights

Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct any personal information we hold about you. If you believe that any of your information is inaccurate or incomplete, please contact us to request a correction.

Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information. Please note that certain information may need to be retained for legal or operational purposes.

Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from AJJA at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us remember your preferences, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content.

Opting Out: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

7. Third-Party Links

External Websites: Our website may contain links to third-party websites. AJJA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any websites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

Minors: AJJA does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Updates: AJJA reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review the policy periodically. Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

Inquiries: If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us.

By using AJJA's services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.