Alameda, CA
(510) 224-5245
Island City Jiu-Jitsu

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: January 15, 2026

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with Island City Jiu-Jitsu, we may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: First name, last name, email address, and phone number (optional) when you submit our contact or inquiry forms.
  • Communication Preferences: Your opt-in consent for receiving SMS messages.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited and time spent on pages.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries about our martial arts programs and membership options
  • Send you information about class schedules, updates, and gym announcements
  • Send SMS messages regarding class information, schedules, and membership updates (only if you have explicitly opted in)
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Mobile Phone Number Handling

We take the protection of your mobile phone number seriously. Here is how we handle mobile data:

  • Optional Collection: Providing your mobile phone number is entirely optional. You can use our services without providing a phone number.
  • Explicit Consent Required: We will only send you SMS messages if you explicitly opt in by checking the consent checkbox on our forms.
  • Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on your inquiries and gym updates.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message.
  • Standard Rates: Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.

Important Notice Regarding Mobile Data:

We do not sell or share mobile or personal data with third parties, affiliates, or partners for marketing or promotional purposes. We only share data with third parties when it is strictly necessary to deliver our service and only under binding agreements that ensure confidentiality. Under no circumstances will mobile data be shared or sold for advertising or promotional use.

4. Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business (such as our gym management software and SMS messaging service). These parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from using your information for any other purpose.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

  • All data is transmitted using SSL/TLS encryption
  • Personal information is stored on secure servers with restricted access
  • We use industry-standard security practices to protect against unauthorized access
  • We regularly review our data collection, storage, and processing practices
  • We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP
  • Withdraw consent for data processing

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

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: