Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Last updated: February 2026

Welcome to the website of Gold Medal Swim School, Inc. By using this website, you agree to the following Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

This page explains how we collect and use information, and the rules for using our website.

Information We Collect

Information submitted through our forms is provided by parents or legal guardians on behalf of their swimmers (minors).

We may collect:

• Parent or guardian name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Child’s name and age
• Class or lesson interest
• Any information voluntarily submitted through contact or registration forms

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

• Respond to inquiries
• Schedule lessons or evaluations
• Communicate about swim programs
• Provide customer service
• Improve our services

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Our services are intended for children, but all information must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian. Children are not permitted to submit personal information directly.

If you believe a child has submitted information directly, please contact us so we can remove it.

Cookies and Website Functionality

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.

When visiting our login page, a temporary cookie may be set to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.

When logging in (administrators or staff), cookies may save login information and screen preferences. Login cookies last up to two days, and display cookies may last up to one year. Selecting “Remember Me” extends login for up to two weeks. Logging out removes these cookies.

If a page or post is edited or published, a cookie may be stored indicating the post ID. This contains no personal data and expires after one day.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

Comments, Media, and WordPress Features

If visitors leave comments, WordPress may collect the data shown in the comment form, along with IP address and browser data for spam detection.

An anonymized string (hash) from your email may be sent to the Gravatar service. Their privacy policy is available at https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval, your profile image may be visible with your comment.

If images are uploaded, please avoid images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS).

Embedded Content and Third-Party Services

This site may include embedded content such as videos, maps, or images. Embedded content behaves as if you visited the third-party site directly.

We may use trusted tools such as:

• WordPress hosting
• Spam detection services
• Advertising platforms such as Meta (Facebook and Instagram)

These services may use cookies or tracking technologies.

Data Retention

Information submitted through forms is kept for customer service and communication purposes. You may request deletion at any time.

Comments and their metadata may be retained indefinitely.

For registered users (if any), profile information can be viewed, edited, or deleted, except usernames. Website administrators can also access this information.

How Information Is Shared

If a password reset is requested, the IP address may be included in the reset email for security purposes.

Comments may be checked by automated spam detection services.

Your Rights

You may request:

• A copy of your data
• Deletion of your data
• Correction of your data

Please contact us using the information below.

How We Protect Your Information

We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information.

Terms of Use

Website Purpose

This website provides information about our swim programs and allows parents or legal guardians to contact us.

Nothing on this website constitutes a contract for services. Enrollment occurs only after direct communication and registration.

Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Attempt unauthorized access
• Submit false information
• Copy or distribute content without permission
• Use the site in a way that could harm its function

Intellectual Property

All website content is the property of Gold Medal Swim School, Inc. and may not be used without permission.

Information Submitted Through Forms

All form submissions must be made by a parent or legal guardian and must be accurate.

Submitting a form does not guarantee enrollment.

Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for third-party websites linked to or embedded on this site.

Disclaimer

This website is provided “as is.” We do not guarantee it will always be available or error-free.

Information may change at any time.

Limitation of Liability

Gold Medal Swim School, Inc. is not liable for damages arising from use of this website.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this page at any time. Continued use of the site means you accept those changes.

Governing Law

This policy is governed by the laws of the State of Arizona.

Contact Information

If you have questions, contact:

Gold Medal Swim School, Inc.
[email protected]
(480) 961-7946