Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 2025

Welcome to The Taiji Institute (“we,” “our,” “us”).
We value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of our website visitors, students, and customers.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and share information when you visit or make use of our website https://www.taijiinstitute.com (the “Site”) and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1.1. Personal Information

When you interact with our Site, such as by completing a contact form, registering for a Tai Chi class or workshop, subscribing to a wellness newsletter, or making a purchase, we may collect:

Full name
Email address
Phone number
Billing and payment information (processed securely through third-party payment providers)
Emergency contact information (if applicable for certain events or workshops)
Any other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., health and wellness preferences, injury history for tailored class recommendations)

1.2. Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-identifiable data such as:

Browser type, operating system, and device information
Pages visited and time spent on the Site
General geographic location
Website traffic and usage patterns (via cookies and analytics tools)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and manage Tai Chi classes, workshops, retreats, and other wellness services
Process payments, manage class registrations, and confirm participation in events or workshops
Send wellness tips, newsletters, and promotional materials about upcoming events or services (if you’ve subscribed)
Respond to inquiries, customer support requests, or personal concerns regarding health or class suitability
Ensure your safety and well-being during Tai Chi classes and events (e.g., health assessments or tailored advice for injury prevention)
Improve the performance and functionality of our website
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Cookies and Analytics

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze traffic.
We may use third-party tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.
You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.

For more information on how Google Analytics uses your data, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent personal information.
We may share your data only in the following cases:

With service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, health consultation providers, or wellness partners) to operate our Site and services
To comply with applicable laws or respond to lawful requests
To protect our legal rights, property, and safety, or that of others (e.g., in cases of health emergencies during workshops or classes)

All third-party providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purpose for which it was disclosed.

5. Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights to:

Access and request a copy of your personal data
Request correction or deletion of your information
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Opt out of cookies and analytics tracking

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the email provided below.

7. Minors’ Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

8. Health-Related Information

When registering for classes or workshops, we may ask for information about your physical health or any injuries, so that we can provide safe and appropriate Tai Chi instruction. This information is kept confidential and used solely to:

Ensure your safety and well-being during classes and events
Tailor our classes to meet your individual needs
Provide any necessary accommodations or modifications for health conditions

We will never share your health-related information with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

The Taiji Institute
Email: Info@Taijiinstitute.com
Website: https://www.taijiinstitute.com
Location: Michigan, USA