Privacy Policy

Authentic Pilates Learning Center

Last updated: April 24, 2026

1. Who we are

Authentic Pilates Center (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is a classical Pilates studio and teacher training organization operating in the United States and offering certification programs internationally, including in Spain and other countries.

Website: www.authenticpilatescenter.com
Contact email: info@authenticpilatescenter.com

2. What personal data we collect

We may collect the following personal information when you interact with us through our website, social media forms (including Facebook Lead Forms), or other channels:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (including
  • WhatsApp number)
  • Country of residence
  • Professional background (e.g., whether you are a Pilates instructor)
  • Any information you voluntarily provide when contacting us

3. How we collect your data

We collect personal data through the following means:

  • Contact and registration forms on our website
  • Facebook Lead Ads forms (when you express interest in our programs)
  • Direct communication via email, WhatsApp, or phone
  • Cookies and analytics tools on our website (see Section 9)

4. How we use your data

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To contact you via WhatsApp, email, or phone regarding programs you expressed interest in
  • To provide information about our Pilates classes, teacher training, and certification programs
  • To send relevant updates, offers, and news about our services
  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • To improve our services and marketing communications
  • To comply with legal obligations.

5. Legal basis for processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases as defined by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR):

  • Consent: When you submit a form or opt in to receive communications from us, you give us explicit consent to process your data for the stated purposes.
  • Legitimate Interests: We may process data to follow up on genuine business inquiries, provided this does not override your rights and freedoms.
  • Compliance with Legal Obligations: Where required by applicable law.

 

You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at info@authenticpilatescenter.com.

6. Data sharing and third parties

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with trusted third parties only where necessary to deliver our services, including:

  • Technology platforms (e.g., Meta/Facebook, WhatsApp Business, email providers)
  • CRM and marketing automation tools used to manage our communications
  • Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law

All third parties we work with are required to handle your data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

 

7. International data transfers

Authentic Pilates Learning Center is based in the United States and may transfer your personal data internationally, including to the US, Spain, and other countries where our programs operate.

Where data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission, or equivalent mechanisms under UK law.

8. Data retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. In general:

  • Lead and inquiry data: up to 2 years from last contact
  • Customer data: for the duration of the relationship plus 5 years
  • Legal records: as required by applicable regulations

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).

9. Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

10. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under GDPR, UK GDPR, or other applicable privacy laws:

  • Right to access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to restriction: Request that we limit how we use your data
  • Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
  • Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@authenticpilatescenter.com

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

11. Additional rights for UK residents

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under GDPR, UK GDPR, or other applicable privacy laws:

  • Right to access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to restriction: Request that we limit how we use your data
  • Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
  • Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: info@authenticpilatescenter.com

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

12. Additional rights for EU residents

If you are located in the European Union, your data is protected under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA). A full list of EU DPAs is available at:

https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/about-edpb/members_en

13. Data Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it against unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

14. Children's privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately.

15. Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:

Authentic Pilates Learning Center