Privacy Policy

The Running Edge is committed to protecting your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address & phone number
  • Emergency contact details (for safety reasons)
  • Event registration information
  • Payment details (processed securely via third-party providers)
  • Photos/videos taken during club activities
  • General website usage data

2. Why We Collect Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Manage your membership and account
  • Coordinate training sessions and events
  • Contact you about schedules, cancellations, and safety updates
  • Process payments
  • Maintain operational records
  • Improve our website and club services

3. Photos & Media

The Running Edge may take photos or videos during events or training sessions for:

  • Club promotion
  • Social media
  • Website content
  • Member engagement

If you prefer not to appear in media, you may notify us in writing.


4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.
Information may be shared only with:

  • Payment processors
  • Event organisers
  • Safety personnel or emergency responders (if necessary)
  • Legal authorities when required by law

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data.
However, no system is completely secure and data transmission is undertaken at your own risk.


6. Your POPIA Rights

You may at any time:

  • Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data (unless required to be retained by law)
  • Object to data processing
  • Withdraw consent for communications

Contact us at info@therunningedge.co.za to exercise your rights.


7. Cookies

The website may use cookies to improve browsing and user experience.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings.


8. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary for:

  • Membership records
  • Event and safety compliance
  • Legal and accounting requirements

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites.
The Running Edge is not responsible for their content or privacy practices.


10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on the website with a new effective date.


11. Contact Us

The Running Edge
📍 Yello Coffee, 48 Louw Wepener Street, Dan Pienaar, Bloemfontein
📞 +27 82 359 5523
📧 info@therunningedge.co.za
🌐 https://therunningedge.co.za