Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you engage with our classes, workshops, retreats, or online content.
1. Who we are
Samudra Wellness is led by Julia Samudra, based in London, UK. If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please contact: info@juliasamudra.com
2. What information we collect
We may collect the following information when you interact with us:
Personal details such as name, email address, phone number.
Booking and payment details, processed securely through third parties (e.g. Eventbrite, Stripe, PayPal).
Optional health notes you choose to share (e.g. injuries, pregnancy, or medical conditions) to help us keep you safe during sessions.
Website usage data (cookies, analytics) to improve your experience.
3. Why we collect it
We use your information to:
Manage bookings, events, and payments.
Deliver classes, workshops, and online programmes.
Communicate updates, newsletters, or marketing (with your consent).
Ensure your wellbeing and safety during activities.
Comply with financial and tax obligations.
4. Legal basis for processing
Under UK GDPR/EU GDPR, we process data on the following bases:
Contract: to provide the service you’ve booked.
Consent: when you sign up to newsletters or voluntarily share health information.
Legal obligation: for financial/tax records.
Legitimate interests: to keep you informed of relevant classes and offerings.
5. How we protect your data
Data is stored securely in booking and email systems (e.g. Eventbrite, Flodesk).
Health notes are optional, used only for your safety, and never shared.
Access is limited to the teacher (Julia).
6. Sharing data
We do not sell or trade your data. We only share it with trusted providers (payment processors, booking platforms, email tools) to deliver our services.
7. International transfers
If data is transferred outside the UK/EU (e.g. through Stripe or Flodesk servers), it is safeguarded by GDPR-compliant agreements.
8. Data retention
Contact details: kept until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Health notes: deleted once no longer needed for safety, unless required by law.
Financial/payment data: retained for at least 6 years (UK tax law).
9. Your rights
You have the right to:
Access a copy of your personal data.
Correct inaccuracies.
Request deletion.
Withdraw consent (e.g. unsubscribe from emails).
Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been misused.
10. Cookies
We may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
11. Contact
For privacy questions or data requests, please contact: info@juliasamudra.com
