Privacy Policy

Introduction
Welcome to WWW.PILATESCLASS.CO.UK ("we," "our," or "us").
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we look after your personal data when you visit our website or use our recruitment services, and informs you of your privacy rights and how the law protects you.
Important Information and Who We Are

Purpose of This Privacy Policy
This privacy policy provides information on how we collect and process your personal data through your use of this website and our recruitment services. This includes any data you may provide when signing up to our newsletter, purchasing a product, using our contact form, or applying for a job.

This website is not intended for children, and we do not knowingly collect data relating to children.

Data Controller
PILATES CLASS UK is the controller responsible for your personal data.
Contact details:
Email: connect@pilatesclass.co.uk

Website Privacy Policy
The Data We Collect About You
Personal data means any information about an individual from which that person can be identified. We may collect, use, store, and transfer different kinds of personal data, grouped as follows:

• Identity Data includes first name, last name, username or similar identifier

• Contact Data includes email address and telephone number

• Technical Data includes IP address, browser type and version, time zone setting and location, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform

• Usage Data includes information about how you use our website, products and services

• Marketing and Communications Data includes your preferences in receiving marketing from us

How We Collect Your Personal Data
We collect data using the following methods:
Direct interactions – you may provide Identity and Contact Data by filling in forms, contacting us by email, phone, or otherwise
Automated technologies – we may collect Technical Data automatically as you interact with our website using cookies and similar technologies
Third parties – we may receive data about you from selected third parties

How We Use Your Personal Data
We will only use your personal data when legally permitted. Most commonly, we use it in the following circumstances:

• When we need to perform a contract with you

• Where it is necessary for our legitimate interests and your interests do not override those interests

• Where we need to comply with a legal obligation
   

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• To register you as a new customer

• To process and deliver services

• To manage our relationship with you

• To administer and protect our business and website

• To deliver relevant content and advertising

• To improve our website, services, marketing, and customer experience

Cookies
Our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users. This helps us provide a better browsing experience and improve our site.
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Strictly Necessary Cookies – required for the website to function

• Performance Cookies – help us understand how visitors use our website

• Functionality Cookies – remember your preferences

• Targeting/Advertising Cookies – used to deliver relevant ads and measure effectiveness

Managing Cookies
You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Some parts of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
More information can be found at www.allaboutcookies.org or www.aboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Links
This website may include links to third-party websites. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we do not accept responsibility for their practices.

Recruitment Privacy Policy
What Personal Data We Collect for Recruitment
We may collect the following data:

• Name and contact details

• Professional qualifications and certifications

• Employment history and experience

• Pilates teaching qualifications and specialisations

• References and testimonials (if provided)

• Any other information included in your CV or application

How We Collect Your Recruitment Data
We collect data through:

• Direct applications

• Professional platforms such as LinkedIn and job boards

• Industry events and networking

• Referrals within the Pilates community

• Our Legal Basis for Processing Recruitment Data

• We process your data based on:

• Legitimate interest – to contact you about relevant opportunities

• Consent – when you submit an application or registration form

• Contractual necessity – when preparing for a potential employment agreement

How We Use Your Recruitment Data
We use your data to:

• Match your skills to suitable Pilates roles

• Contact you about opportunities

• Support the application and interview process

• Carry out reference checks (with consent)

• Maintain our professional talent database

• How Long We Keep Your Recruitment Data

• Active candidates – up to 24 months after your last interaction

• Placed candidates – up to 6 years for legal and business purposes

• You may request deletion at any time.

How We Share Your Recruitment Data
We may share your data with:

• Potential employers (only with your consent)

• Internal recruitment team members

• Third-party systems that support our recruitment process

• We never sell your data or use it for unrelated marketing.
   

Data Security
We use appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorised access, loss, or disclosure of your personal data. Access is limited to authorised personnel only.

Data Retention
We only retain your personal data for as long as necessary for the purposes we collected it for, including legal and regulatory requirements.

Your Legal Rights
You have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct your personal data

• Request deletion of your personal data

• Object to processing

• Restrict processing

• Request data transfer

• Withdraw consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact: bethan@pilatesclass.co.uk
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest update was May 2025.

How to Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy:
Email: connect@pilatesclass.co.uk