Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

The Art of Ballet Intensive is a professional ballet program based in Amsterdam, dedicated to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Contact Information:
Website: www.the-art-of-ballet-intensive.com
Email: info@the-art-of-ballet-intensive.com

2. What Data We Collect

We collect personal information when you apply to one of our programs or contact us directly. This may include:

  • First and last name

  • Date of birth

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address (optional)

  • Dance photographs (e.g., headshot, plié, arabesque)

  • Optional video or CV submissions

  • Payment details (processed via Mollie)

  • IP address (automatically collected via website visits)

3. Why We Collect Your Data

We collect and process your data for the following purposes:

  • To handle applications and payments

  • To communicate important program information

  • To organize optional add-ons (e.g., private coaching or photo sessions)

  • To provide logistical and event updates

  • To fulfill legal administrative and tax obligations

4. Legal Basis

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent, where required (e.g., use of photos for promotional purposes)

  • Contractual necessity, such as for your application and participation in the program

  • Legal obligations, such as financial recordkeeping and invoicing

5. Minors

If the applicant is under the age of 16, we require explicit consent from a parent or legal guardian in order to collect and process personal data, including the use of photos and videos.

6. Data Retention

We do not retain your data longer than necessary. Standard retention periods include:

  • Application data: up to 2 years after the program ends

  • Photos/videos: as long as you have granted permission or until you request deletion

  • Financial records (invoices): up to 7 years (required by law)

7. Third-Party Sharing

We only share your information when necessary to deliver our services:

  • Mollie – for secure payment processing

  • Studio Oostrum – if you book a professional photoshoot

  • Email & web hosting providers – for communication and website operation

  • Program faculty – only if relevant to your participation

All third-party service providers are required to safeguard your data under appropriate data processing agreements, where legally required.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct or delete your data

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Object to the processing of your data

  • Request data portability (transfer to another service)

To exercise any of these rights, email us at info@the-art-of-ballet-intensive.com.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes the use of secure SSL connections (https) and encrypted communications.

10. Photo and Video Consent

By participating in The Art of Ballet Intensive, you acknowledge and agree that photographs and video footage may be taken during the program. These materials may include images of participants during classes, rehearsals, performances, coaching sessions, or other program-related activities. This also applies to the Ballet Portrait Photoshoot, where professional photos may be taken and used.

Unless you notify us otherwise in writing prior to the start of the program, you grant The Art of Ballet Intensive the right to use such photos and videos for promotional purposes, including but not limited to:

  • our website

  • social media

  • newsletters

  • printed materials

  • advertising campaigns

If you wish to opt out of this media use, please contact us at info@the-art-of-ballet-intensive.com before the program begins.