1. Overview & Inquiry Model
Steve Safranek Yoga ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website stevesafranek.com. We take the privacy of our visitors and students seriously. This website operates strictly on an inquiry-only model to facilitate direct, personalized communication regarding yoga teacher trainings, retreats, and book publications.
We do not collect payment card information, bank credentials, or process direct financial transactions through this website.
2. Information We Collect
We collect only the information that you voluntarily submit through our contact form:
- First Name: To address you personally in our correspondence.
- Email Address: To reply to your inquiry, provide syllabus details, or discuss retreat accommodations.
- Program Interest: Your selection of an upcoming teacher training, Costa Rica retreat session, or general inquiry.
- Message / Notes: Any details you choose to share regarding your practice, room preference, or questions.
Standard technical data (such as IP address, browser type, and referring URL) may be logged automatically by hosting servers for site security and maintenance purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide exclusively to:
- Respond directly to your inquiries and answer questions about programs.
- Coordinate retreat room reservations and teacher training enrollment.
- Send relevant follow-up details regarding dates, curriculum, and schedule updates.
We will never sell, rent, trade, or distribute your personal contact information to third parties or marketing lists.
4. Third-Party Links & Services
Our site contains external links to third-party services:
- Amazon.com: Book links for The Sh!t No One Wants to Hear, Alex and the Dinosaur, and Peeling Back the Layers of Vulnerability direct users to Amazon. Any transactions conducted on Amazon are subject to Amazon's own privacy and terms policies.
- Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort: For retreat participants, room reservations and local resort amenities in Nosara, Costa Rica are coordinated directly with the resort.
5. Data Retention & Your Rights
We retain submitted inquiries only for the duration necessary to communicate with you regarding your interest or enrollment. If at any time you wish for your contact information to be removed from our records, simply send a message via our contact form or contact Steve Safranek directly.
Questions Regarding This Policy?
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your inquiry information is handled, please send us a message through the contact form.