Nia Australia (“we”, “us”, “our”) is the governing body for The Nia Technique © dance and movement practice in Australia. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and disclose personal information when you interact with our website, services, events, training programs and online shop.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information including, but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Postal and billing address
  • Date of birth (where required for membership or training purposes)
  • Payment and transaction details (excluding full card details)
  • Order history
  • Event registrations
  • Training enrolments
  • Membership details
  • Newsletter subscriptions
  • Website usage data (via cookies and analytics)

We collect this information when you:

  • Register for classes, training or events
  • Create an account
  • Purchase products through our online shop
  • Subscribe to communications
  • Contact us via forms, email or phone
  • Participate in promotions or surveys

Where practical, we will advise you why information is being collected at the time of collection.

You may browse our website without providing personal information, however some services require personal details to function properly.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for purposes including:

  • Managing memberships and instructor registrations
  • Processing orders and payments
  • Delivering products and digital content
  • Registering participants for classes, training and events
  • Sending confirmations and transactional emails
  • Providing customer support
  • Communicating updates, newsletters and event information
  • Improving our services and website experience
  • Meeting legal and regulatory obligations

We do not use your personal information for purposes unrelated to Nia Australia’s activities without your consent, unless required by law.

  1. Marketing Communications

By providing your contact details, you consent to receiving communications from Nia Australia relating to:

  • Training opportunities
  • Events
  • Community updates
  • Special offers and promotions

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in emails or contacting us directly.

  1. Payments and E-Commerce Transactions

Payments made through our website are processed securely by third-party payment providers such as Stripe, PayPal or other approved gateways.

Nia Australia does not store full credit card details on our servers.

Payment providers operate under their own privacy policies and security standards.

  1. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies and tracking technologies to:

  • Analyse website traffic and performance
  • Improve user experience
  • Understand visitor behaviour

We may use services such as Google Analytics and Meta Pixel for this purpose.

You may disable cookies via your browser settings, however some website functionality may be affected.

  1. Access to Your Information

You may request access to personal information we hold about you by contacting us using the details below.

We will provide access unless legally permitted to refuse. A reasonable administration fee may apply.

If your information is inaccurate, incomplete or out of date, you may request correction and we will take reasonable steps to update it.

You may also request deletion of your personal information where practicable and legally permitted.

  1. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose personal information to:

  • Service providers who assist us in operating our website and services
  • Payment processors
  • Event partners (where necessary for participation)
  • Government authorities where legally required

We do not sell personal information.

  1. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access or disclosure.

Information is stored on secure servers and protected using appropriate technical and organisational safeguards.

However, no online transmission method is completely secure. You acknowledge that information transmitted over the internet is done at your own risk.

  1. Health and Physical Activity Disclaimer

The Nia Technique © dance and movement practice involves physical activity and physical exertion.

Participation in classes, events or training programs is voluntary and undertaken at your own risk.

Any information provided on the Nia Australia website, in classes, training materials or communications is for general information purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, health or professional advice. It should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice from a qualified healthcare professional.

You are responsible for ensuring that you are medically and physically fit to participate. We recommend consulting a doctor or other qualified health professional before participating if you have any medical conditions, injuries, limitations, are pregnant, or have any concerns about your ability to safely take part.

Nia Australia is not responsible for any injury, illness, loss or health issues arising from participation in any activity, training, event or program.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on our website.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

  1. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Nia Australia
Email:

  1. Complaints

If you believe we have breached your privacy, please contact us in writing. We will investigate and respond within 10 days of receipt of your written complaint.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner at www.oaic.gov.au.

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