Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 8, 2026

This website is owned and operated by Kira Sophia LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, register for programs, make purchases, or interact with us online through initiatives including Next Step Intensive, Odori Educators, and the Global Arts Access Project.

By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

When you visit this website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Time zone
Cookies and analytics data
Pages visited and website interactions
Referral websites or search terms

We may also collect personal information you voluntarily provide through registrations, purchases, forms, newsletters, applications, or contact submissions, including:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Billing information
Mailing address
Dance/training information
Emergency contact information
Photos, videos, or files you submit

Payments are securely processed through third-party payment providers such as Stripe. We do not store full payment information on our servers.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Process registrations and purchases
Communicate about classes, workshops, intensives, and programs
Send updates, newsletters, and promotional content
Respond to questions or support requests
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain website security and prevent misuse
Share educational or promotional content related to our programs

Photos, Videos, and Media

By participating in classes, workshops, intensives, events, or programs connected to Kira Sophia LLC, participants may be photographed or recorded for educational, promotional, website, or social media purposes unless otherwise requested in writing.

If a participant is under 18 years old, parent or guardian consent may be required for participation and media usage.

Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and understand website traffic. These tools may collect general usage information but are not intended to personally identify users.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services for:

payment processing
email marketing
scheduling
analytics
website hosting
forms and registrations

These third-party services maintain their own privacy and security policies.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

access your personal information
request corrections to your information
request deletion of your information
unsubscribe from marketing communications
restrict or object to certain data processing activities

To make a request regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

Some of our programs and services are intended for minors. Parent or guardian consent may be required for registrations, participation, and media usage involving participants under 18 years old.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of external websites and encourage users to review their policies separately.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, programs, or legal obligations. Continued use of the website after updates are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, you may contact:

Kira Sophia LLC
Email: kirabuckner@gmail.com
Website: KiraSophia.com