Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 5, 2026

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Savannah ("we", "our", or "us") operates the GJJ Savannah website (gjjsav.com) and the GJJ Savannah mobile application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, and password when you create an account or submit a form.
Contact Form Information: Name, email address, phone number, and message content when you submit our contact form.
Trial Signup Information: Name, email address, phone number, and class preferences when you sign up for a free trial class.
Profile Information: Belt rank, stripe count, emergency contact information, and profile photo (optional).
Location Data: Precise location when you use the class check-in feature to verify you are at the gym.
Usage Data: Class attendance records, check-in history, and app usage patterns.
Children's Information: If you are a parent, you may add your children's names and belt information to manage their attendance.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and maintain our services, features, and app functionality
Respond to your inquiries and contact form submissions
Process trial class signups and schedule your first visit
Send you text messages (SMS) regarding your trial class, appointment reminders, follow-ups, and membership information
Verify class attendance through location-based check-ins
Track your training progress and milestones
Send you important announcements about classes and events
Process pro shop orders and event registrations
Communicate with you about your membership
Improve our services and user experience

Text Messaging (SMS/MMS)

By providing your phone number through our website forms (trial class signup or contact form), you consent to receive text messages from Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Savannah. These messages may include:

Trial class confirmations and reminders
Appointment and schedule updates
Follow-up messages regarding your inquiry or visit
Membership and program information you have requested

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. Reply HELP for assistance. We will not share your phone number or opt-in data with third parties for their marketing purposes. Your consent to receive text messages is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services.

Location Data

We collect precise location data only when you actively use the check-in feature in our mobile app. This data is used solely to verify that you are physically present at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Savannah for class attendance purposes. We do not track your location in the background or use it for advertising purposes.

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard cloud services, which employ encryption in transit and at rest. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With service providers who assist in operating our services (e.g., cloud hosting, email delivery, SMS messaging platforms)
When required by law or to protect our rights
With your consent

We do not share your opt-in consent or phone number with any third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your account and associated data
Opt out of promotional communications
Opt out of text messages by replying STOP at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@gjjsav.com.

Children's Privacy

Our app allows parents to manage their children's profiles for class attendance purposes. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. All children's information is provided and managed by their parent or guardian.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: info@gjjsav.com
Address: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Savannah, Savannah, GA
Website: gjjsav.com