Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

DS Technical Excellence

Effective Date: 01/07/26

1. Introduction

At Ds Technical Excellence, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information responsibly.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it and the rights you have regarding your personal information.

By registering your child for coaching sessions, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy


2. Who We Are

DS Technical Excellence

Email: dstechnicalexcellence@yahoo.com

Telephone: 07377628188

For the purposes of UK data protection law, DS Technical Excellence is the Data Controller of the personal information you provide.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Parent / Guardian Information

  • Full name
  • Address (if provided)
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Emergency contact details


Child Information

  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • Age group
  • Medical conditions
  • Allergies
  • Injuries
  • Additional support needs (where relevant)
  • Attendance records

Booking Information

  • Sessions booked
  • Payments made
  • Booking history

Media Consent

  • Photography and video consent preferences.

4. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect information to:

  • Register your child for coaching.
  • Deliver football coaching safely.
  • Contact parents regarding bookings or emergencies.
  • Manage attendance.
  • Process payments.
  • Comply with safeguarding responsibilities.
  • Meet legal and accounting requirements

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal information because it is necessary to:

  • Perform our coaching services.
  • Protect the welfare of children attending sessions.
  • Meet our legal obligations.
  • Where applicable, rely on your consent for photography and marketing

6. How Your Information Is Stored

Personal information is stored securely using trusted systems, which may include:

  • ClassForKids
  • Secure cloud storage
  • Password-protected devices

Access is limited to those who require the information to administer coaching sessions safely.

7. Sharing Your Information

Your personal information will never be sold.

Information will only be shared where necessary:

  • Emergency services.
  • Medical professionals during an emergency.
  • Government authorities where required by law.
  • Professional advisers such as accountants where necessary for legitimate business purposes (financial information only)

8. How Long We Keep Information

We will only keep personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Deliver coaching services.
  • Meet safeguarding responsibilities.
  • Comply with legal and financial record-keeping requirements.

Information that is no longer required will be securely deleted or destroyed.

9. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of personal information where appropriate.
  • Withdraw consent for photography or marketing at any time.
  • Complain to the relevant supervisory authority if you believe your information has not been handled correctly.

10. Cookies and Website

If our website uses cookies, these are used to improve the user experience and understand website performance.

Further information will be available through our website's cookie notice where applicable.

11. Photography & Video

Photography and video are managed separately under our Photography & Media Policy.

Parents may withdraw media consent at any time by contacting us.

12. Changes to this Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.

The latest version will always be available via our booking system or website

Contact

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

DS Technical Excellence

Email: dstechnicalexcellence@yahoo.com

Telephone: 07377628188