Privacy Policy
Business: Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy Governing State: Texas Last Updated: June 3, 2026
1. Introduction
Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes the information we collect, how we use it, how we share it, and your rights under Texas law and federal regulations. This policy applies to www.sampsonjiujitsuacademy.com and any related forms, landing pages, and SMS programs operated by Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy.
By using our website or submitting any form, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal information:
A. Information you provide directly
- First name and last name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Child's name (when enrolling a minor)
- Program of interest
- Any message or comments you submit
B. Information collected automatically
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website
C. Information collected through cookies and analytics
- Standard analytics cookies that measure aggregate site usage
- None at this time.
We do not knowingly collect Social Security numbers, government ID numbers, financial account numbers, or precise geolocation through our website forms.
3. Sources of Information
We collect information directly from you when you fill out a form on our website, call or text our business line, visit the academy in person, or interact with our SMS messaging program.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to your inquiry and schedule your free trial class
- Communicate with you about your training, class schedule, and account
- Send transactional text messages (trial bookings, schedule updates, account reminders) if you opt in
- Send marketing and promotional text messages (special offers, new program updates, event announcements) if you separately opt in
- Process your enrollment and payment if you become a member
5. SMS Messaging Program
Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy operates two separate SMS messaging program(s). Participation is voluntary and requires a separate checkbox opt-in for each program on our website form. Pre-checked boxes are never used.
Consent language used on our forms:
Transactional SMS opt-in:
By checking this box, I consent to receive non-marketing text messages from Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy about my free trial class booking, class schedule, account updates, and reminders. Message frequency varies, message & data rates may apply. Text HELP for assistance, reply STOP to opt out.
Marketing SMS opt-in:
By checking this box, I consent to receive marketing and promotional messages including special offers, discounts, new program updates, and event announcements from Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy at the phone number provided. Frequency may vary. Message & data rates may apply. Text HELP for assistance, reply STOP to opt out.
Program rules:
- Message frequency: Varies. Most subscribers receive 2 to 8 messages per month.
- Message and data rates may apply based on your wireless carrier and plan.
- To opt out at any time, reply STOP to any message you receive from us.
- For help, reply HELP to any message, or contact us at (817) 320-8513 or info@sampsonbjj.com.
6. Sharing of Information
We share personal information only with:
- Service providers under contract (CRM, SMS gateway, email vendor, analytics)
- Law enforcement when required by law
We do not sell your personal information.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
- Receive a copy of your personal information in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@sampsonbjj.com or (817) 320-8513.
8. California Residents
This Privacy Policy is governed by Texas law. We do not operate a physical location in California. California residents who interact with our website may contact us at the email or phone below regarding any rights that may apply.
9. Children
Our programs serve children with parental consent. Parents create accounts on behalf of minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without parental consent.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and as required by law. Specific retention periods vary by data category.
11. Security
We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is fully secure.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
13. Contact
Sampson Jiu Jitsu Academy 280 Commerce Street Suite 175 Southlake, Texas 76092 Email: info@sampsonbjj.com Phone: (817) 320-8513