Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Elite Soccer Youth Development Academy (ESYDA) ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of children and families who use our programs and website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or register for our programs.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• Child Information: Child's name, date of birth, age, school, and grade level for registration purposes.
• Health & Medical Information: Emergency contact details and any relevant medical information provided voluntarily.
• Payment Information: Billing information for program fees and donations (processed securely through third-party payment processors).
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
• Photos & Media: Images or videos taken at ESYDA events, subject to media release consent.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Process registrations for tryouts, programs, and events
• Communicate program updates, schedules, and announcements
• Process payments and send receipts
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants
• Send newsletters and promotional material (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

We are committed to complying with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. All registrations for children must be completed by a parent or legal guardian. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13 without consent, please contact us immediately at info@esyda.org.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information with:

• Coaches and Staff: To facilitate program delivery and participant safety.
• Payment Processors: Secure third-party services (e.g., Stripe) to process transactions.
• Service Providers: Trusted vendors who assist in operating our website and programs.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect the safety of our participants.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of our website.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@esyda.org.

9. SMS / Text Messaging Opt-In Policy

ESYDA may send automated SMS/text messages to participants and families who provide a phone number and opt in to receive communications. By checking the SMS consent box on any of our registration or contact forms, you agree to the following terms:

• Message Types: You may receive automated messages regarding practices, games, tryouts, events, program announcements, and other important ESYDA communications.
• Message Frequency: Message frequency varies. You may receive frequent messages during active program seasons.
• Message & Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.
• Consent is Not Required: You are not required to consent to receive SMS messages as a condition of registration or participation in any ESYDA program.
• Opt-Out: You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive. After opting out, you will receive a single confirmation message and no further SMS messages will be sent.
• Help: Reply HELP to any message for assistance, or contact us directly at info@esyda.org or +1 (301) 800-7848.
• Supported Carriers: Most major US carriers are supported. ESYDA is not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: