Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 24, 2025

1. Who We Are

Schofield Fitness Ltd (trading as Atlas Fitness) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. We are registered in England and Wales under company number 11198686.

Contact Details:

2. What Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Consultation Forms: Name, email, phone number, fitness goals, health information
  • Membership Applications: Personal details, emergency contacts, payment information
  • Communications: Messages, emails, phone calls, and feedback you send us

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Website Usage: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site
  • Cookies and Tracking: Google Analytics data, Facebook Pixel data
  • Payment Information: Transaction details (processed securely by our payment providers)

2.3 Special Category Data

We may collect health-related information necessary for providing safe fitness services, including:

  • Medical conditions or injuries
  • Fitness assessments and progress tracking
  • Dietary preferences or restrictions

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: For marketing communications and non-essential cookies
  • Contract: To provide our fitness services and process payments
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and website functionality
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with health and safety regulations

3.2 Purposes of Processing

  • Providing fitness coaching and personal training services
  • Processing payments and managing memberships
  • Communicating about classes, schedules, and updates
  • Marketing our services (with your consent)
  • Improving our website and services
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Who We Share Your Information With

4.1 Service Providers

We share data with trusted third parties who help us operate:

  • GoHighLevel (CRM): Customer relationship management and communications
  • GoTeamUp: Class booking and schedule management
  • Stripe & GoCardless: Secure payment processing
  • Email Marketing Platforms: For newsletters and promotional emails (with consent)
  • Google Analytics: Website performance and user behavior analysis
  • Meta (Facebook): Advertising and marketing analytics

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our legitimate interests.

4.3 International Transfers

Some of our service providers are located outside the UK/EU. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international data transfers, including:

  • Adequacy decisions by the UK/EU authorities
  • Standard Contractual Clauses
  • Certification schemes where applicable

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies to make our website function properly. These cannot be disabled.

5.2 Analytics and Marketing Cookies

  • Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
  • Facebook Pixel: Enables targeted advertising and measures ad effectiveness
  • Marketing Cookies: Help us show you relevant advertisements

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or by clicking here to open your cookie preferences.

5.3 Facebook/Meta Data Usage

When you interact with our Facebook ads or website, Meta may collect information including:

  • Website visits and page views
  • Form submissions and conversions
  • Device and browser information

This data is used to:

  • Show you relevant advertisements
  • Measure advertising effectiveness
  • Create lookalike audiences for marketing

For more information, see Meta's Privacy Policy.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for different periods depending on the type:

  • Customer Records: 7 years after last interaction (legal requirement)
  • Financial Records: 7 years (tax and accounting requirements)
  • Marketing Data: Until you unsubscribe or withdraw consent
  • Website Analytics: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
  • CCTV Footage: 30 days (if applicable)

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

7.1 Right of Access

Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

7.2 Right to Rectification

Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

7.3 Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")

Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.

7.4 Right to Restrict Processing

Ask us to limit how we use your data.

7.5 Right to Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

7.6 Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests, including direct marketing.

7.7 Rights Related to Automated Decision Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that significantly affects you.

7.8 How to Exercise Your Rights

Contact us at sam@atlas-gyms.co.uk or 07490 253471. We will respond within one month.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Limited access on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Security Updates: Our systems are regularly updated
  • Staff Training: Team members receive data protection training
  • Secure Payment Processing: We use PCI-compliant payment providers

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. Marketing Communications

10.1 Consent

We only send marketing emails with your explicit consent.

10.2 Unsubscribing

You can unsubscribe at any time by:

  • Clicking the unsubscribe link in any email
  • Contacting us directly at sam@atlas-gyms.co.uk
  • Updating your preferences in our system

10.3 Facebook/Meta Advertising

We may use your contact information to create custom audiences for Facebook advertising. You can opt out by:

  • Adjusting your Facebook ad preferences
  • Contacting us to exclude you from custom audiences
  • Using Facebook's "Why am I seeing this ad?" feature

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Sending an email notification (for significant changes)
  • Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy

13. Complaints and Concerns

13.1 Contact Us First

If you have concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us:

13.2 Regulatory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK's data protection authority:

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

  • Website: ico.org.uk
  • Phone: 0303 123 1113
  • Address: Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AF

14. Specific Information for EU Residents

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the GDPR. Our EU representative for data protection matters can be contacted at sam@atlas-gyms.co.uk.

Contact Information

For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact:

This privacy policy is designed to be transparent about our data practices while ensuring full compliance with UK GDPR and Meta's advertising requirements.