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Terms of Service

Terms of Service and Privacy Policy (APPA)

I. Terms of Use
Article 1 (Purpose)
These Terms of Use set forth the conditions, procedures, rights, obligations, and responsibilities regarding the use of services provided by the Asia Pacific Pilates Alliance (hereinafter referred to as "APPA").
Article 2 (Definitions)
• "Member" refers to a person who understands and agrees to these terms and completes the registration process.
• "Service" refers to the education, certification, conventions, business collaborations, and networking opportunities provided by APPA.
Article 3 (Membership and Eligibility)
Certified members are categorized as follows:
• Certified Lesson Instructor
• Certified Instructor Teacher
• Certified Studio
• Certified Academy
These certified members are managed under APPA’s Certified Business Management System.
Special Member types include:
• Pilates Equipment Manufacturer
• Dealer & Distributor
Article 4 (Member Rights and Obligations)
• Members are entitled to participate in APPA's official events, certification programs, information sharing, and international networking.
• Members must ensure the accuracy of their information, respect the rights of others, and comply with relevant laws and these terms.
Article 4-1 (General Member Benefits and Registration Process)
General Member (Regular Member) Information:
• Composition: Pilates instructors
• Eligibility: Individuals who have completed a formal Pilates education course
• Registration: Through Google Form
• Cost: Free
• Benefits:
• Access to free content provided by member countries
• Access to APPA’s free resources
• Additional benefits and business opportunities upon upgrading to a paid membership
Article 4-2 (Sponsorship Program)
APPA’s business activities are supported through sponsorships. Sponsors receive various benefits and opportunities.
Sponsor Types:
• Corporation: Pilates brands, manufacturers, product-related companies, Pilates-related businesses
• Organization: Pilates studios or national organizations related to Pilates
• Association: Academic or professional associations related to Pilates
Sponsor Tiers and Benefits:???? Gold Sponsor
• Term: Up to 2 years (Limited to 2 per APPA region)
• Benefits:
• Top exposure across all APPA online/offline platforms and link on official site
• Sponsor video exposure and business introduction
• Monthly promotions to APPA members
Fee: USD 2,000/year
???? Silver Sponsor
• Term: Up to 1 year (Limited to 8 per APPA region)
• Benefits:
• Mid-level exposure, link on official site
• Registration of image and company description
Fee: USD 1,500/year
???? Bronze Sponsor
• Term: Up to 1 year (Limited to 16 per APPA region)
• Benefits:
• Bottom exposure, link on official site
Fee: USD 1,000/year
Article 4-3 (Business Board Usage)
The Business Board is a bulletin board to support APPA members’ business development.
• Eligible Users: APPA-certified regular and paid members
• Purpose: To freely post, advertise, and promote Pilates-related business information
• Conditions:
• Access is granted upon approval and verification by the APPA Secretariat
• Posts must be related to Pilates business, products, services, or events and may be subject to pre/post review
• Content violating the rules (e.g., false advertising, defamation) will be deleted, and repeated violations may lead to restricted access
Article 5 (Provision and Changes of Service)
• APPA provides services including education, conventions, joint marketing, information sharing, and international exchanges.
• Services may change with prior notice.
Article 6 (Termination and Membership Suspension)
• Members may voluntarily withdraw at any time.
• Membership may be suspended or revoked due to false information, harm to others, or violation of terms.
Article 7 (Intellectual Property and Content Use)
• All content including websites and training materials belongs to APPA or the original copyright holders. Unauthorized copying, distribution, or commercial use is prohibited.
• APPA content cannot be used without prior consent.
Article 8 (Dispute Resolution)
• In case of disputes, the court with jurisdiction over the APPA headquarters in Seoul shall be the exclusive jurisdiction.
Article 9 (Personal Data Protection)
• The purpose of data collection will be disclosed, and users may request access, correction, or deletion of their personal data.
Article 10 (Disclaimer)
• APPA is not liable for damages caused by force majeure or the fault of the user.
Article 11 (Amendments to the Terms)
• These terms may be amended due to legal or policy changes, and such changes will be announced on the official website.
Article 12 (Governing Law and Jurisdiction)
• These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea, and the Seoul Central District Court shall have jurisdiction.


II. Privacy Policy
Article 1 (Personal Information Collected)
Required Information: Name, email, phone number, member typeOptional Information: Date of birth, career history, address, SNS URLAutomatically Collected: IP address, browser info, usage logs, etc.
Article 2 (Purpose of Use)
Used for:
• Member management
• Issuance of certificates
• Event notifications
• Operation of PIA events
• Customer service and information delivery
Article 3 (Retention and Usage Period)

Data Item
Retention Period
Applicable Law
Contract/Participation Info
5 years
Act on Consumer Protection in E-Commerce
Payment Info
5 years
Same as above
IP Logs
3 months
Protection of Communications Secrets Act

Article 4 (Provision to Third Parties)
• Personal data will not be shared with third parties without prior consent or unless required by law.
Article 5 (Outsourcing of Processing)
• Reliable external providers may be used for newsletter distribution, payment processing, etc., with clear contractual obligations to protect personal data.
Article 6 (Destruction of Personal Data)
• Data will be destroyed promptly once the purpose of collection is achieved.
• Electronic files are deleted using irreversible methods; physical documents are shredded or incinerated.
Article 7 (User Rights)
• Users have the right to access, correct, delete, or request the suspension of processing their personal data.
Article 8 (Cookies)
• Cookies may be used to provide personalized services. Users can refuse or delete cookies through browser settings.
Article 9 (Data Protection Officer)
• Officer in Charge: CEO Kyungwon Jang
• Email: appa-official@naver.com
Article 10 (Policy Revisions)
• This policy may change according to laws or internal policies. Any changes will be announced on the official website.
• Effective Date: June 6, 2025
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Collection and Use of Personal Information

Collection and Use of Personal Information
Purpose	Items Collected	Retention Period
User identification and verification	ID, Name, Password	Until membership withdrawal
Service notifications and user identification for CS responses	Contact information (Email, Mobile Number)	Until membership withdrawal
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