Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 3rd June 2026

At Guy's Karate School, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled safely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information gathered through our website, classes, events, and related services.

Who We Are

Guy's Karate School
Website: www.guyskarateschool.com.au

We respect your privacy and comply with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

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Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

• Submit an enquiry through our website.
• Book a free trial lesson.
• Complete a membership application.
• Contact us by phone, email, social media, or online forms.
• Subscribe to newsletters or promotional communications.
• Participate in competitions, events, or surveys.

The information collected may include:

• Name
• Parent/Guardian Name (for junior students)
• Phone number
• Email address
• Residential suburb
• Student age or date of birth
• Emergency contact details
• Medical information relevant to participation in karate activities
• Payment and billing information
• Any information you voluntarily provide to us

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How We Use Your Information

We collect personal information to:

• Respond to enquiries and trial lesson bookings.
• Provide karate instruction and related services.
• Manage memberships and student records.
• Communicate important information regarding classes, gradings, competitions, and events.
• Process payments and administer accounts.
• Improve our services and website experience.
• Send promotional information, special offers, and updates (you may opt out at any time).
• Meet legal and safety obligations.

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Website Analytics and Cookies

Our website may use cookies and tracking technologies to improve user experience and monitor website performance.

These technologies may collect information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Referral sources

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve our services.

Users can disable cookies through their browser settings, although some website features may not function correctly.

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Marketing Communications

By submitting your details through our website, you may receive information about:

• Free trial offers
• Class updates
• School announcements
• Special promotions
• Events and tournaments

You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided or by contacting us directly.

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Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

We may share information with trusted service providers where necessary to operate our business, including:

• Payment processing providers
• Website hosting providers
• Email marketing platforms
• Customer relationship management systems
• Government or legal authorities where required by law

All service providers are required to handle personal information securely and in accordance with privacy obligations.

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Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from:

• Unauthorised access
• Loss
• Misuse
• Disclosure
• Alteration
• Destruction

Information may be stored electronically or in physical records and is only accessible by authorised personnel.

While we implement security measures, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

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Children's Privacy

As many of our students are under 18 years of age, personal information relating to children is generally collected from or with the consent of a parent or guardian.

Parents and guardians may request access to or correction of their child's information at any time.

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Accessing and Correcting Information

You may request access to personal information we hold about you and request corrections if the information is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated.

Requests can be made using the contact details provided below.

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Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those websites.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business practices, legal requirements, or website functionality.

Any updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Guy's Karate School
Website: Guy's Karate School
Email: admin@guyskarateschool.com.au
Phone: 0499 968 389