Privacy policy.

Last updated: [01/11/2025]
Organisation name: London School of Capoeira
Registered charity number: 1131943
Registered address: Address: Unit 1-2 Leeds Place, Tollington Park, London, N4 3rf
Contact email: team@lscstudios.co.uk
Phone number: 02072812020

1. Introduction

London School of Capoeira (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store your personal information when you hire or use our studio space, visit our website, make an enquiry, or otherwise interact with us.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Who We Are

We are a registered charity in the United Kingdom, with an aim to promote wellbeing, health, positive lifestyle through the practice and promotion of capoeira and to establish capoeira as a mainstream art form in the UK. As an offshoot of the charity, we also provide the space to other practitioners to support both them and the charity in its aims.

Our lawful basis for collecting and processing personal data depends on your relationship with us, but will typically be one of the following:

  • Contractual necessity (for managing bookings and payments)

  • Legal obligation (for record-keeping or charity law)

  • Consent (for mailing lists or photography)

  • Legitimate interest (for communication and security purposes)

3. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

When you hire or use our studio:

  • Full name and contact details (email, phone, address)

  • Organisation or charity affiliation (if applicable)

  • Booking details

  • Access requirements or emergency contact details

When you visit our website or contact us:

  • Name and contact information from online forms or emails

If you appear in our marketing materials:

  • Images or video footage (only with explicit consent)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Manage studio bookings

  • Communicate about your hire or enquiries

  • Send updates or newsletters (only if you’ve opted in)

  • Improve our services and facilities

  • Comply with legal and charity regulatory obligations

5. How We Store and Protect Your Data

We store your data securely using password-protected systems and physical safeguards.
Your information will only be accessible to authorised personnel who need it for legitimate purposes.

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Booking records: 6 years (for accounting/legal purposes)

  • Mailing list data: until you unsubscribe

  • CCTV outside the site (if applicable): typically up to 30 days

After this period, data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

6. Your Rights

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

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing or images)

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies to improve your experience and analyse usage.
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be available on our website or upon request.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
Email: studios@londonschoolofcapoeira.com
Address: Unit 1-2 Leeds Place, Tollington Park, London, N4 3rf
Phone: +44 (0)207 281 2020