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General terms and conditions

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS - House of Pilates Leiden
 

House of Pilates Leiden is legally registered in Leiden at Rooseveltstraat 4F, 2321 BM. It is registered with the Chamber of Commerce under number ………….., operating under the trade name House of Pilates Leiden and hereinafter referred to as "House of Pilates Leiden."
 

Participant(s): Anyone who has entered into a Participant Agreement with House of Pilates Leiden.
 

Participant Agreement: The agreement between House of Pilates Leiden and a Participant.

 

Participant Terms: These general terms and conditions, which are published on the House of Pilates Leiden Website and will be provided to a Participant upon request.

 

Credit: The credit or balance that a Participant has purchased through the Website to book and/or attend a class at a House of Pilates Leiden Studio within the specified period (Term).

 

Class: Any (individual or group) class given by or on behalf of House of Pilates Leiden in a House of Pilates Leiden Studio.

 

Personal Data: All data provided by a Participant to House of Pilates Leiden as stated in the Participant Agreement.

 

Studio: Any studio operated by House of Pilates Leiden, as listed on the Website.

 

Term: The period from the purchase of Credit during which a Participant is entitled to attend a Class or a limited number of Classes.

 

Website: The website of House of Pilates Leiden: www.houseofpilatesleiden.nl
 

ARTICLE 2 - GENERAL

2.1 Every Participant is required to familiarize themselves with these Participant Terms of House of Pilates Leiden. If there is a Participant Agreement between House of Pilates Leiden and a Participant, these general terms and conditions are an integral part of that agreement.

2.2 The rights arising from a Participant Agreement are strictly personal.

2.3 House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to limit the total number of registered participants, as well as to change opening hours, class times, the number of classes, and rates.

2.4 House of Pilates Leiden also reserves the right to refuse Participants in cases of misuse of the subscription system or the facilities of House of Pilates Leiden, or in cases of inappropriate behavior.

2.5 Wearing clean sportswear and grip socks is mandatory. Shoes are not allowed in the Reformer spaces.

2.6 Every House of Pilates Leiden Studio is smoke-free.

2.7 It is prohibited to consume outside drinks and/or food at House of Pilates Leiden, except for bottles or sealable plastic water bottles.

2.8 House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to close the entire day or part of the day on recognized public holidays or during renovations.

2.9 Children under the age of 16 are not allowed at House of Pilates Leiden, except when accompanied by their parents and with explicit permission from House of Pilates Leiden staff. It is also prohibited to leave children waiting while their parent(s) attend a class. Children under 16 are not allowed in the Reformer space or during classes, as we cannot guarantee their well-being. Any injuries or damage to property caused by unauthorized access to the Studio by children are at their own risk.

2.10 Pets are not allowed at House of Pilates Leiden.

 

ARTICLE 3 - APPLICABILITY

3.1 These Participant Terms apply to all legal relationships between House of Pilates Leiden and a consumer (Participant) who has purchased Credit and/or participates in a Class offered and/or provided by House of Pilates Leiden, and/or on Credit purchased by a consumer (Participant).

3.2 By purchasing a class or participating in a Class, the Participant agrees to these Participant Terms.

3.3 All provisions in these Participant Terms are also written for the benefit of all directors of House of Pilates Leiden and all persons employed by or contracted by House of Pilates Leiden.

3.4 Deviations from these Participant Terms are only valid if expressly agreed to in writing.

3.5 House of Pilates Leiden can amend these Participant Terms at any time. The most recent version is always the valid version and is available on the Website. A copy of the Participant Terms will be provided upon request.

 

ARTICLE 4 - PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT

4.1 The Participant Agreement between the Participant and House of Pilates Leiden is concluded when (a) the Participant fills in all requested information as stated in the Participant Agreement and signs it, (b) through mutual consent, as evidenced by the (online) registration of a Participant, or (c) the Participant has used the facilities of House of Pilates Leiden or attended a Class. The Participant Agreement is entered into for an indefinite period and may be terminated in accordance with Article 5 of these Terms and Conditions.

4.2 The Participant will receive a username and password for the House of Pilates Leiden registration system during or immediately after registration.

4.3 The completed Participant Agreement and these Terms and Conditions together constitute the full representation of the rights and obligations of House of Pilates Leiden and the Participant and replace all prior written and verbal statements, agreements, and other correspondence.

4.4 The Participant ensures that all data, which House of Pilates Leiden considers desirable or which the Participant reasonably should understand to be necessary for the execution of the Participant Agreement, is provided to House of Pilates Leiden in a timely manner.

4.5 An agreement between House of Pilates Leiden and a Participant consists of one or more Credit(s), which entitle the Participant to participate in (a limited number of) Class(es) during the Term. Credits therefore have a limited validity. The individual validity period is specified in the Participant's account on the Website. Once a Credit and/or a bundle of Credits has expired or been used up, the Participant can no longer register for a Class.

4.6 In the case of serious injuries, long-term illness, pregnancy, or an extended stay abroad, the validity of a Credit or a bundle of Credits may be suspended with written consent from House of Pilates Leiden. House of Pilates Leiden has the right to request proof before a suspension request is approved.

4.7 Credit(s) and/or a bundle of Credits expire automatically. Credit(s) and/or a bundle of Credits will not be automatically renewed.

4.8 The Participant Agreement is personal, and the Participant is not entitled to transfer the rights and obligations from the Participant Agreement, in whole or in part, to third parties.

4.9 If a Participant has concluded a Participant Agreement with House of Pilates Leiden, the Participant has the right to revoke the agreement within 14 (fourteen) days after signing the Participant Agreement.

4.10 If the Participant revokes the Participant Agreement in accordance with Article 4.9, the Participant will receive a refund of all payments made to House of Pilates Leiden, unless the Participant has already used the facilities of House of Pilates Leiden and/or attended a House of Pilates Leiden Studio.

4.11 If the Participant decides to purchase a new/additional subscription from House of Pilates Leiden, the terms of the Participant Agreement and these Terms and Conditions remain fully in effect, unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing.

4.12 Any changes to an already concluded Participant Agreement may only be made with prior written consent from House of Pilates Leiden. Changing a Participant Agreement may incur costs for the Participant.

 

ARTICLE 5 - PRICES AND PAYMENT

5.1 The current prices for one Credit, a bundle of Credits, or a Membership are listed on the Website. The most recent prices are always valid and available on the Website. Price increases will not affect Credits, Memberships, or bundles of Credits that have already been purchased and paid for.

Return Policy for Retail and Merchandise

5.2 Unwashed, unworn, and tagged items may be returned for a refund or a House of Pilates Leiden store credit within 14 days of purchase.

5.3 A receipt or proof of purchase must be provided to process the refund. All discounted items and accessories, including but not limited to grip socks and water bottles, may not be returned unless otherwise stated.

5.4 Unless otherwise agreed, payments must be made through the online payment system or in person at House of Pilates Leiden. Credits, Memberships, bundles of Credits, and retail items must be fully prepaid.

5.5 Payments made by a Participant are non-refundable, unless the Participant makes a valid revocation as defined in Article 4.7.

5.6 House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to index and adjust its prices and rates.

5.7 If House of Pilates Leiden's facilities cannot be fully used due to circumstances beyond its control, the fees owed by the Participant for the use of House of Pilates Leiden's facilities will not be refunded.

5.8 No rights can be derived from promotions or special offers before or after their validity period.

5.9 A member may not exchange a class for cash, and a class may not be transferred to another person unless written consent has been granted by House of Pilates Leiden.

5.10 The member's credit/debit card will be charged at the time the classes are purchased, not when the classes are booked.

5.11 All introductory offers, promotions, and discount codes are for one-time use per individual, unless expressly stated otherwise.

5.12 It is the member's own responsibility to stay informed about price changes or the expiration of classes/credits after the expiration of introductory offers, promotions, discount credits, or memberships.

 

ARTICLE 6 - PARTICIPATION, CANCELLATION, AND RESCHEDULING OF CLASSES

6.1 To make a reservation, a member must first have a single class, multiple classes, or a membership. To purchase a class, multiple classes, or a membership online, a member must register via the Website and App by creating a personal email address and password. If already registered, a member can log in to purchase classes or memberships and make reservations.

6.2 Classes/credits have an expiration date, which is listed on the pricing page of the Website and the App, and future prices may be subject to change.

6.3 House of Pilates Leiden accepts payments via MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Maestro, Ideal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

6.4 The member's credit/debit card will be charged when the reservation is submitted. House of Pilates Leiden does not process reservations where an incorrect, expired, or overdrawn credit card is used. House of Pilates Leiden will try to contact the member in such cases. If a member fails to pay due fees or costs, services or privileges may be suspended and/or terminated. The member is liable for any external costs, including attorney fees and collection costs, incurred by House of Pilates Leiden in attempting to collect unpaid balances.

6.5 A Participant must register in advance for a Class via the designated online registration system. Without registration, a Participant has no right to attend a Class.

Correct Studio Selection

6.6 Choose the correct studio when booking. Booking at one studio and showing up at another studio is not allowed and will be considered an invalid booking.

6.7 In addition to the member's right to cancel and receive a refund, a member may cancel a reserved class up to 12 hours before the start of the respective class. In that case, the unused class will be rebooked to the member's account to be used at a later time.

Timeliness

6.8 Arriving on time is required, as participation after the start of the class is not allowed. Please note that being late will result in the loss of your Credit.

First-Time Clients

6.9 For clients attending House of Pilates Leiden for the first time: for safety reasons, an introduction to the class is required and will be given 5 minutes before the class starts. New participants must be present at least 5 minutes before the start of the class.

Cancellation Fees

6.10 House of Pilates Leiden charges a no-show fee for Unlimited Members if the Member books a class and does not show up without canceling 12 (twelve) hours in advance. If a Participant does not cancel 12 (twelve) hours in advance, the full amount will be charged.

6.11 House of Pilates Leiden has the right to adjust the training schedule and/or locations at any time without providing a reason. The most recent schedules and locations are always valid and available on the Website.

6.12 House of Pilates Leiden has the right to cancel a Class if there is insufficient interest until the start of the Class. In that case, one of the Participant's Credits will be refunded.

6.13 Extraordinary circumstances always constitute force majeure for House of Pilates Leiden and exempt House of Pilates Leiden from its obligations. In the case of ongoing force majeure, House of Pilates Leiden is relieved from the obligation to fulfill the agreement.

6.14 If a Participant causes discomfort or disturbance that impedes the proper execution of a Class, House of Pilates Leiden may exclude them from the Class. Any resulting costs will be borne by the Participant.

6.15 House of Pilates Leiden aims to accommodate everyone. If a Participant cancels late twice (or more) within two weeks, House of Pilates Leiden may apply a measure preventing online booking for two (2) weeks, and all appointments in the schedule will be removed.

6.16 If a Participant has reserved a spot on the waitlist, they will receive an email when a spot becomes available, 30 minutes before the start of the Class. The Participant must confirm their participation in the respective class via this email. A 12-hour cancellation policy applies here as well. If the Participant cancels less than 12 hours before the class or does not show up after confirming, the full amount will be charged.

 

ARTICLE 7 - CREDITS & MEMBERSHIP

7.1 For each bundle package, it is indicated how many times the Lessons can be attended during the Term. Unused Lessons during the Term will automatically expire.

7.2 One Credit/lesson entitles the participant to attend one Lesson.

7.3 The Member acknowledges that they are entering into the membership for the agreed duration as specified on the website and the Application, starting from the date of purchase of the first 4 (four) weeks of membership.

7.4 House of Pilates Leiden offers 3 (three) types of Unlimited Memberships, namely:

  • Unlimited Membership 1-year contract, worth 200 (two hundred) euros per 4 weeks.

  • Unlimited Membership Flex, worth 250 (two hundred and fifty) euros per 4 weeks. This Membership has a minimum duration of 4 weeks.

7.5 The prices as stated in Article 3.2 of these Terms and Conditions include VAT. House of Pilates Leiden has the right to adjust its rates at any time in case of changes in the VAT rate.

7.6 The Unlimited Membership 1-year contract, worth 200 (two hundred) euros per 4 weeks, has a minimum duration of 1 year. The Member cannot cancel the Membership within this year. After the first year, the Membership will automatically renew every 4 weeks. After the first year, the Member may cancel the Membership at any time with a notice period of 4 weeks. This notice period starts after the next 4-week period.

7.7 The Unlimited Membership Flex, worth 250 (two hundred and fifty) euros per 4 weeks, has a minimum duration of 4 weeks. The Membership will automatically renew every 4 weeks. The Member may cancel the Membership at any time with a notice period of 4 weeks. This notice period starts after the next 4-week period.

7.8 The Member is required to settle any outstanding payments before the termination date. If this obligation is not met, 2 (two) official warnings will be sent to the Member, followed by the involvement of a collection agency to collect the outstanding payments. House of Pilates Leiden is entitled to refuse access to the facilities and/or suspend the Membership for the Member who does not fulfill this obligation until all outstanding payments have been settled.

7.9 The Membership is strictly personal and can only be transferred with the consent of House of Pilates Leiden. Such a request must be made in writing by the Member who holds the Membership, to the official email address of House of Pilates Leiden: info@houseofpilatesleiden.nl

7.10 House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to request identification from Members present on the premises at any time.

Membership Costs

7.11 Membership costs must be paid by the Member via SEPA direct debit, a valid credit card, or through a payment link sent to the Member's email address, for the entire 4-week period of the membership, in advance, on a 4-week basis, or, if necessary, for the initial or remaining term of the contract (or an extension thereof).

7.12 House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to collect overdue payments.

7.13 If a SEPA direct debit or credit card payment is rejected, House of Pilates Leiden will automatically send a written reminder to the Member, requesting payment of the outstanding balance as soon as possible. If the payment remains incomplete, 2 (two) official warnings will be sent in writing to the Member, followed by the involvement of an external collection agency to recover the outstanding payment.

7.14 If House of Pilates Leiden is required to engage a collection agency to recover a payment from the Member, the Member will also be required to pay administrative costs and any out-of-court collection fees in accordance with the collection fee scale. The Member is not entitled to use the services and facilities of House of Pilates Leiden until the overdue debt is settled according to the agreement with the collection agency.

Cancellation

7.15 Cancellation of a subscription is possible with a notice period of 4 weeks at the end of the contract period. The 4-week notice period starts after the last payment period. The subscription must remain active during the 4-week notice period. For example, if a Flex subscription was purchased on March 5 and canceled on March 20, the end date would be April 29 (end of the last payment period + 4 weeks).

7.16 Cancellation and expiration of House of Pilates Leiden packages are arranged as follows:

  • Single Lesson: Participants can purchase a single lesson through the website or app. A single lesson entitles the participant to attend one lesson within the validity period, as indicated in the participant’s account. The validity period of a single lesson is indicated at the time of purchase and cannot be extended. The lesson cannot be refunded or canceled after purchase.

  • Introductory Package (Intro Offer): This package is available once to new members and has a limited validity period as stated on the website. It cannot be canceled or extended. All unused lessons will automatically expire after the validity date.

  • 10-pack: This package entitles the participant to attend 10 lessons within the validity period, which is indicated in the participant's account on the website and app. Unused lessons will automatically expire after the expiration date of the package. The package cannot be canceled or extended midway.

  • 20-pack: This package entitles the participant to attend 20 lessons within the validity period, which is indicated in the participant's account on the website and app. Unused lessons will automatically expire after the expiration date of the package. The package cannot be canceled or extended midway.

7.17 Cancellation of a subscription is possible with a notice period of 4 weeks at the end of the agreed contract period, depending on the type of House of Pilates Leiden subscription:

  • House of Pilates 1-year subscription: This subscription can only be canceled after the first 12 months. The 4-week notice period starts after the last payment period of the subscription. For example, if the subscription starts on January 1 and is canceled on December 15, the subscription continues until January 12 (end of the last payment period + 4 weeks).

  • House of Pilates Flex subscription: This subscription can be canceled at any time with a notice period of 4 weeks. The notice period starts after the next payment period. For example, if the Flex subscription was purchased on March 5 and canceled on March 20, the subscription will run until April 29 (end of the last payment period + 4 weeks).

The notice periods and terms for the packages differ from those for subscriptions and apply to the specific period as stated at the time of purchase.

7.18 Cancellation must be done in writing by sending a request to the official email address of House of Pilates Leiden, namely info@houseofpilatesleiden.nl, and must be confirmed by the Member upon receipt of the formal end date of the subscription as determined by House of Pilates Leiden in accordance with Article 6.1 of these Terms and Conditions. Oral requests to cancel the subscription at the reception or by calling the staff will be considered invalid cancellation requests.

Freezing the Subscription

7.19 Freezing of packages and subscriptions: At House of Pilates Leiden, it is not possible to temporarily freeze a subscription or package, regardless of the type of subscription or package. During the validity period of the package or subscription, the lessons must be used, as freezing or extending is not offered.

 

ARTICLE 8 - TERMINATION OF PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT

8.1 The participant may cancel the Participant Agreement in writing, with a notice period of one (1) month. Upon receipt of the written cancellation, House of Pilates Leiden will send a confirmation to the participant within fourteen (14) days. If the participant does not receive this confirmation in time, they must immediately contact House of Pilates Leiden; otherwise, it will be assumed that the cancellation was not received or was not submitted in time.

8.2 The participant may delete their account at any time via the Website or Mobile App.

8.3 In the event of long-term illness, injury, and/or pregnancy of the participant, the Participant Agreement may be temporarily suspended or terminated after consultation and submission of a medical certificate.

8.4 House of Pilates Leiden has the right to terminate the Participant Agreement immediately if:

  • The participant behaves unacceptably, as judged by House of Pilates Leiden.

  • The participant repeatedly violates the rules of House of Pilates Leiden.

  • A third party uses the participant's membership card through negligence or with the knowledge of the participant.

8.5 In the event of national restrictions or special government measures that prohibit the operation of gyms, and thus House of Pilates Leiden, a collective suspension of all active memberships for an indefinite period may be imposed, or until the national restrictions or government measures change, and regular services can be resumed. The scope, extent, and duration of the special collective suspension will be determined by House of Pilates Leiden, and in such a case, members will receive a digital notification via email with information about the event, the (expected) duration, and other important details. In the case of a collective suspension, the provisions of Article 7.5 take precedence.

8.6 In the event of national restrictions or special government measures that limit but do not prohibit the operation of gyms, allowing House of Pilates Leiden to continue offering (limited) services, House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to keep memberships active according to the provisions of these terms. Members may submit a personal, written request for a temporary suspension according to the procedures in Article 7.1 of these terms. In such a case, the provisions of Article 7.5 take precedence.

8.7 The membership can never be suspended retroactively.

8.8 The Member's payment obligation will be postponed until the actual duration of the suspension. The end date of the membership will be extended by the duration of the suspension. This also applies in exceptional circumstances, such as national restrictions or emergency government measures.

 

ARTICLE 9 - RISK AND LIABILITY

9.1 The use of facilities in a House of Pilates Leiden studio for activities such as strength, flexibility, and conditioning training, and/or participation in any class, training program, or activity of any kind at House of Pilates Leiden is entirely at the participant's own risk and responsibility.

9.2 The participant is obligated to inform House of Pilates Leiden, both before, during, and after any training under the guidance of an instructor, of their physical condition, such as injuries, illnesses, and/or other physical conditions, and to provide any information they reasonably deem necessary for the safe performance of exercises. The participant is responsible for providing this information.

9.3 Neither House of Pilates Leiden nor its staff are liable for material and/or immaterial damage arising from an accident or injury to the participant and/or third parties.

9.4 House of Pilates Leiden and its staff do not accept liability for any damage, loss, or theft of the participant's or third party's property.

9.5 The participant is liable for damage to House of Pilates Leiden's property if such damage results from the participant's negligence and/or fault.

9.6 The exclusions and limitations of liability outlined in this article also apply to the subordinates of House of Pilates Leiden and any other persons engaged by House of Pilates Leiden in the execution of the Participant Agreement.

Valuable Items and Personal Property

9.7 Participants acknowledge that they have been advised not to bring valuable items to the facilities of House of Pilates Leiden and that House of Pilates Leiden is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to personal property, including items left in lockers, bathrooms, studios, or elsewhere in the facilities. Participants acknowledge that no part of the fees they pay is intended to secure valuable items.

 

ARTICLE 10 - PERSONAL DATA AND PRIVACY POLICY

10.1 Each participant is aware that they provide certain personal data to House of Pilates Leiden, such as name, age, address, and email address. The personal data of participants will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and will only be used for administrative purposes at House of Pilates Leiden.

10.2 By agreeing to these Participant Terms, the participant grants House of Pilates Leiden permission to process their personal data for commercial purposes. Any processing of personal data by House of Pilates Leiden will comply with the Dutch Data Protection Act (Wbp). House of Pilates Leiden will delete any participant data upon written request from the participant.

10.3 House of Pilates Leiden may take photos or videos of classes or other areas within the studio for use on House of Pilates Leiden's social media or website. The participant is aware of this and grants their consent via info@houseofpilatesleiden.nl.

10.4 By agreeing to these Participant Terms, the participant explicitly consents to House of Pilates Leiden sending offers via email and other communication methods.

 

ARTICLE 11 - COMPLAINTS

11.1 A participant must report any complaint about House of Pilates Leiden's performance as soon as possible after the defect or damage is identified, and no later than fourteen (14) days after the participant notices the defect or damage. The complaint may be submitted by phone or email to House of Pilates Leiden via info@houseofpilatesleiden.nl, with reference to the location and a description of the complaint.

11.2 The complaint must be fully and clearly described, along with supporting evidence.

11.3 House of Pilates Leiden will respond to the submitted complaint as soon as possible, but no later than four (4) weeks after receiving the complaint. If House of Pilates Leiden expects to require more time to process the complaint, this will be communicated immediately to the participant by email upon discovery.

11.4 If the complaint cannot be resolved through mutual consultation, a dispute arises as referred to in Article 13(4) of these Participant Terms.

 

ARTICLE 12 - WEBSITE AND MOBILE APP

12.1 The information on the website is intended solely for general informational purposes. Due to external circumstances, there may be delays, defects, and/or other shortcomings in the provided information.

12.2 Although House of Pilates Leiden exercises the utmost care in composing and maintaining its website, House of Pilates Leiden cannot guarantee that the provided information is complete, up-to-date, and/or accurate. Therefore, the participant hereby unconditionally and irrevocably waives their right to compensation for any direct or indirect damage arising from the use of personal data unless there is intent or gross negligence on the part of House of Pilates Leiden.

12.3 The third-party websites linked from the website are not controlled, created, or maintained by House of Pilates Leiden. Therefore, House of Pilates Leiden accepts no liability for the content of these linked websites.

12.4 The website and its content are protected by copyright, trademarks, and other intellectual property rights. No part of this website or its content may be reproduced, stored in an automated database, or made public in any form or by any means, whether electronic or mechanical, by photocopying, recording, or any other means, without prior written consent from House of Pilates Leiden.

 

ARTICLE 13 - APPLICABLE LAW AND COMPETENT COURT

13.1 These Participant Terms are effective from October 1, 2024, and may be modified or updated.

13.2 Deviations from these Participant Terms are only valid if confirmed in writing by House of Pilates Leiden.

13.3 In the event that any provision of these Participant Terms is declared invalid or void, this will not affect the validity of the remaining provisions. House of Pilates Leiden and the Participant will then consult to agree on new provisions to replace the invalid or void provisions, while preserving the goal and scope of the original provision as much as possible.

13.4 Any legal relationship with House of Pilates Leiden is governed by Dutch law. All disputes between the Participant and House of Pilates Leiden arising from or related to the Agreement will be exclusively settled by the competent court in the district of Amsterdam.

 

ARTICLE 14 - REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

14.1 The safety and physical well-being of participants are a priority at House of Pilates Leiden. To participate in our Reformer class, it is mandatory for all members to wear grip socks and clean sportswear. House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to refuse access to the class if a member chooses not to wear the required attire. In such a case, the member will not receive a refund for the class. Grip socks are mandatory for safety and hygiene reasons. Bring your own grip socks or purchase them at our reception. Barefoot or wearing shoes is not permitted.

 

PRIVACY STATEMENT

House of Pilates Leiden, headquartered at Rooseveltstraat 4F, 2321 BM Leiden, Netherlands, is responsible for the processing of personal data as outlined in this privacy statement. House of Pilates Leiden takes your privacy very seriously. We treat your personal data with the utmost care and do our best to secure it.

 

According to Legislation (GDPR)

In all cases, we comply with the requirements set forth by the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

 

Personal Data We Process

Below is an overview of the personal data we may process (but do not necessarily require) via the website, mobile app, or in general: first name, last name, gender, date of birth, address, phone number, email address, location data, IP address, other personal information you actively provide, such as by creating a profile on this website, in correspondence and by phone, information about your activities on our website, internet browser, and device type, as well as data about your browsing behavior (since this company is part of an advertising network).

 

Automated Decision-Making

House of Pilates Leiden does not make decisions based on automated processing that may have (significant) consequences for individuals. These are decisions made by computer programs or systems, without human involvement (such as an employee of House of Pilates Leiden).

 

How Long We Retain Personal Data

House of Pilates Leiden retains your personal data only as long as necessary to provide the services of House of Pilates Leiden to you. This also applies to anyone with whom we share your information and who performs services on our behalf. Essentially, when you no longer use the services of House of Pilates Leiden or you wish to stop receiving newsletters from House of Pilates Leiden, we will remove your personal data from our systems.

 

Sharing Personal Data with Third Parties

House of Pilates Leiden shares your personal data with third parties only if this is necessary for the execution of the agreement and to comply with legal obligations. We conclude a processing agreement with companies that process your data on our behalf to ensure the same level of security and confidentiality of your data. House of Pilates Leiden remains responsible for these processing operations.

Companies we have a processing agreement with: Mailchimp, Zingfit. Furthermore, we will never share the information you provide with other parties.

 

Responsibility for Personal Data

If a person uses the website and/or app, they are responsible for keeping their account and password confidential and for limiting access to their computer or device. The user agrees to take responsibility for all activities that occur under their account and/or password.

 

Sent User Information

House of Pilates Leiden may use the provided information to contact a member with important information, required notifications, and marketing promotions.

 

How Information Is Used

Below are some examples of how House of Pilates Leiden may use the personal information collected via the website:

  • When a member buys class credits, registers for a House of Pilates Leiden class, or purchases items from House of Pilates Leiden's store, the required personal data (similar to what is provided during a phone or mail order) will be used to complete the order.

  • If a member indicates interest in receiving news and information from House of Pilates Leiden, they may receive emails at the email address provided during registration.

 

For non-personally identifiable information collected during website and app usage, aggregated data may be analyzed to describe the collective characteristics and behaviors of online visitors, and may then be used to further optimize the effectiveness of the website, app, and the overall experience at House of Pilates Leiden.

 

Members can help House of Pilates Leiden maintain the accuracy of personal information by updating their account. Please update this information when there are changes to your home address, phone number, or email address. House of Pilates Leiden will never share phone numbers, email addresses, or any other personal data with third parties.

 

House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, remove or modify content, and cancel orders at its sole discretion.

 

Security Statement

House of Pilates Leiden makes every effort to ensure that all transactions on the website and in the app are secure. All credit card numbers and transactions are encrypted using 128-bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption. House of Pilates Leiden is committed to ensuring the confidentiality of members and visitors. We offer physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect processed and stored information. For example, House of Pilates Leiden restricts access to this information to authorized employees and contractors who need to know the information to operate, develop, or improve the website and app.

 

Privacy of Minors

If a member is under 18 years old, they may only register and use the website and app with the involvement of a parent or guardian. House of Pilates Leiden does not accept online registration from minors; members under 16 years old should not attempt to register on the website.

 

If House of Pilates Leiden discovers that personal information has been submitted by a minor without a signed participant/registration statement, House of Pilates Leiden reserves the right to remove such information and terminate access to its facilities. House of Pilates Leiden does not seek or share personal information from minors via the website and/or app.

 

Cookies

Cookies or Similar Technologies We Use

House of Pilates Leiden uses functional, analytical, and third-party cookies. A cookie is a small text file stored in your browser on your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you first visit this website.

 

House of Pilates Leiden uses cookies with purely technical functionality. These ensure that the website works well and, for example, remembers your preference settings. These cookies are also used to make the website function properly and optimize it. Additionally, we place cookies that track your browsing behavior so we can offer personalized content and advertisements.

 

Upon your first visit to our website, we informed you about these cookies and asked for your consent to place them.

 

TYPES OF COOKIES

 

Functional Cookies

Some cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website. Without these cookies, part of the website will not work. Functional cookies can be placed without your consent. These cookies come from houseofpilatesleiden.nl and are deleted after the session. We do not share this information with third parties.

 

Google Analytics Cookies

With Google Analytics, we measure how you use houseofpilatesleiden.nl and how you found us. We use this knowledge to improve our site. We miss your data without these cookies, meaning we cannot see how you use our site, and we must wait longer for improvements. These cookies come from Google and are deleted after a maximum of two years. Google does not share anonymous data with third parties. For more information, see Google's privacy policy: Privacy Statement.

 

Google Analytics Remarketing Cookies

With Google Analytics, we measure how you use houseofpilatesleiden.nl. We use this knowledge to help you choose the product or class that suits you best and to show you offers that may be of interest to you. Without this cookie, you miss personalized recommendations on our websites, in our newsletter, and in emails with personal tips. These cookies come from

 

Google and are deleted after a maximum of two years. Google does not share anonymous data with third parties. For more information, see Google's privacy policy: Privacy Statement.

 

Blocking Cookies

Most internet browsers can be set to reject cookies or inform you when you receive a cookie. Please note that certain parts of the website may not function or may not function optimally when you block cookies. The way you can disable cookies differs per browser.

 

Consent

If you agree to the placement of cookies, you do not need to do anything further. If you prefer not to accept cookies, you can adjust the privacy or cookie settings of your browser.

 

Deleting Cookies Later

After visiting the website, you can choose to remove the cookies from your computer. How to do this depends on the browser.

 

Accessing, Correcting, or Deleting Data

You have the right to view, correct, or delete your personal data. You also have the right to withdraw your consent for data processing or object to the processing of your personal data by House of Pilates Leiden. Additionally, you have the right to data portability. This means you can request that the personal data we hold on you be sent to you or to another organization you specify.

 

You can send the request for access, correction, deletion, data transfer of your personal data, or the request for withdrawal of your consent or objection to the processing of your personal data to info@houseofpilatesleiden.nl.

 

Changes

It is advisable to regularly consult this privacy statement as we may update it from time to time.

 

Care

We hope this information provides clarity on how we handle your data. If you have suggestions on how to improve our care, we would be happy to hear from you.

 

DISCLAIMER

The information on this website is intended solely for general informational purposes. The information is provided by House of Pilates Leiden, and while we strive to keep the information current and accurate, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability concerning the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics presented on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.

 

In no event shall we be liable for any loss or damage, including but not limited to, indirect or consequential loss or any loss or damage arising from loss of data or profits arising from, or in connection with, the use of this website.

 

Through this website, you may link to other websites that are not under the control of House of Pilates Leiden. House of Pilates Leiden has not reviewed all of the sites linked to the website and is not responsible for the content of any off-site pages or any other linked sites. Even though a third-party website may feature the House of Pilates Leiden logo, understand that it is independent of House of Pilates Leiden, and House of Pilates Leiden has no control over the content of that website and/or app.

 

Visiting third-party or off-site websites from the website is at your own risk. These links do not imply approval, sponsorship, or affiliation with House of Pilates Leiden. We have no control over the nature, content, and availability of those sites. Any other use of materials on the website, including modification, distribution, or reproduction for purposes other than those mentioned above, without prior written consent from House of Pilates Leiden, is strictly prohibited.

 

The inclusion of links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or approval of the views expressed within those links.

 

Every effort is made to keep the website running smoothly. However, House of Pilates Leiden accepts no responsibility and is not liable for the temporary unavailability of the website due to technical problems beyond our control.

 

All photos taken by House of Pilates Leiden during events or in the studios may be used for marketing purposes. If you prefer otherwise, the participant must inform House of Pilates Leiden by submitting a request to the official informal email address of House of Pilates Leiden, namely info@houseofpilates.nl.

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