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Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 2026
 

Introduction

At Samarasa, your privacy is just as important as the experiences we create. We are committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly, transparently and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it and the rights you have regarding your personal data.
 

1. Who We Are

Samarasa is a creative arts collective based in Greater Manchester, offering dance classes, wedding choreography, corporate experiences and community workshops across the UK.
 

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is used, please contact:
 

Email: samarasa.dance@outlook.com


2. Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with Samarasa, we may collect:

Personal Information

  • First and last name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Postal address

Booking Information

  • Services you are interested in

  • Preferred class days and times

  • Previous dance experience (if provided)

Health & Accessibility Information

Where voluntarily provided, we may collect information relating to:

  • Medical conditions

  • Injuries

  • Accessibility requirements

This information is collected solely to help us provide a safe, inclusive and enjoyable experience.

Website Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited information such as:

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Website usage

  • Cookies (see our Cookie Policy)


3. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Manage bookings and registrations

  • Deliver classes and experiences safely

  • Understand participant preferences

  • Communicate important updates

  • Improve our services

  • Meet our legal obligations

We will never collect more information than is reasonably necessary.


4. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

  • Contact you regarding bookings or enquiries

  • Organise classes and events

  • Provide a safe environment for participants

  • Send updates you have requested

  • Improve the Samarasa website and services

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

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Payments
Payments made through the Samarasa website are processed securely by Stripe, our third-party payment provider. When making a payment, certain personal and transaction information may be collected and processed by Stripe for purposes including processing your payment, authentication, security and fraud prevention. Stripe processes this information in accordance with its own privacy practices. Samarasa does not directly store your full card details.


5. Medical & Accessibility Information

Any medical conditions, injuries or accessibility requirements you choose to disclose are treated with the highest level of confidentiality.

This information is only used to ensure we can provide an appropriate, safe and inclusive experience.

Providing this information is entirely voluntary.


6. How We Store Your Information

Your information is securely stored using trusted digital platforms, including Wix and associated business tools where applicable.

Access to personal information is restricted to Samarasa and will only be retained for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations.


7. Sharing Your Information

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

Your information may only be shared where necessary with trusted service providers (such as website hosting or payment providers) to help deliver our services, or where required by law.


8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request that your information is deleted where appropriate

  • Restrict or object to certain processing

  • Withdraw consent where consent has been given

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.


9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal obligations.

The latest version will always be available on the Samarasa website.


10. Contact Us

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

 

Email: samarasa.dance@outlook.com

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