Privacy Policy
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ANIKA TAE KWON DO (ATKD)
Last updated: Feb, 28th, 2026
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ANIKA TAE KWON DO (“ATKD,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our students, parents, guardians, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information, including information related to online registrations and payments, in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
By accessing our website, submitting information, registering for programs, or making a purchase, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
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Information We Collect
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a) Information You Provide
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We may collect personal information when you register, make a purchase, complete forms, or contact us,
including:
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Parent or guardian name
Child’s first name and age (where required)
Email address
Phone number
Billing address
Registration and enrollment details
Emergency contact information
Waiver acknowledgements and consent records
We collect only the information reasonably necessary to provide our services.
b) Online Payments & Transactions
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ATKD does not store or process full credit card or payment card details.
All online payments are processed securely through third-party payment processors (such as Stripe, Square, PayPal, or equivalent). These providers collect and process payment information in accordance with their own privacy policies and PCI-DSS security standards.
ATKD receives only limited transaction information required to:
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Confirm payment
Issue receipts
Process refunds (if applicable)
Maintain accounting records
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c) Automatically Collected Website Information
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When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
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IP address
Browser and device type
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referring websites
This information is used solely for security, analytics, and website performance.
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2. How We Use Personal Information
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We use personal information for legitimate operational purposes only, including to:
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Register students and manage programs
Process payments and transactions
Communicate with parents or guardians
Administer waivers, safety records, and attendance
Provide customer support
Improve our website and services
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We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information for marketing purposes.
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3. Children’s Privacy
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ATKD is committed to protecting children’s privacy.
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Children’s personal information is collected only with parent or guardian involvement
We collect the minimum information necessary for participation
Children’s information is never used for advertising or third-party marketing
Payment information is collected only from parents or guardians, not from children
Parents or guardians may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their child’s information at any time, subject to legal requirements.
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4. Consent
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By submitting information, registering for programs, or completing a payment, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
You may withdraw consent at any time, subject to legal, contractual, or record-keeping obligations.
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5. Information Sharing
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We may share personal information only in limited circumstances:
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With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, booking platforms,
website hosting) solely to perform services on our behalf
When required by law, regulation, or court order
To protect the safety, rights, or property of ATKD, our students, families, or staff
All service providers are required to safeguard personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.
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6. Data Security
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ATKD uses reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:
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Secure payment gateways
Encrypted data transmission (SSL)
Restricted access to personal records
While no system can guarantee absolute security, we follow industry best practices to reduce risk.
7. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to:
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Deliver programs and services
Maintain accurate financial and legal records
Comply with applicable laws
When no longer required, information is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Cookies & Analytics
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Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze usage. Cookies do not store sensitive personal or payment information.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings if you choose.
9. Access, Corrections & Requests
You have the right to:
Request access to your personal information
Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal requirements
Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.
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10. Policy Changes
ATKD may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. Continued use of the website or services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.