Site policies

This page brings together the legal policies that govern how Cumbria Pole Art operates. You'll find clear explanations of what data we collect, how cookies work on this site, and the terms under which we publish guides and articles on pole dancing fitness.

What cookies do on this site

A cookie is a small text file stored by your browser when you visit a website. We use cookies to remember your preferences between visits and to understand how people navigate the site. Most cookies here are set by analytics tools that track which pages are read and how long visitors stay.

Third-party scripts—such as embedded videos or social-media buttons—may place their own cookies. We do not control those scripts or the data they collect. You can block cookies entirely through your browser settings without breaking the site's core functions. Pages will still load and guides will still read clearly.

This policy is revised whenever we add or remove a tracking tool. The current version was written in early 2026.

How we handle your personal data

Cumbria Pole Art is the data controller for any information you provide through contact forms or newsletter sign-ups. We collect what you give us directly—your name and e-mail address if you write to us—and what we observe automatically, such as your IP address and the pages you visit.

That data stays with us and with the processors we use to send e-mails or host the site. We do not sell it, rent it or share it with third parties for marketing. Under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the right to access, correct, delete or export your data. Write to [email protected] to exercise any of those rights.

We keep contact records for two years after the last interaction. Log files and anonymised analytics are retained for one year. The site is intended for adults; we do not knowingly collect data from anyone under eighteen.

Terms of use

These terms set out the relationship between you—the person reading this site—and us, the team publishing it. Cumbria Pole Art is an information portal that publishes guides and articles on pole dancing as fitness and creative movement. We are not a studio, a training provider or a membership organisation.

You may read, share and link to any page here for personal or educational purposes. You may not scrape, republish or sell our content without written permission. All text, images and design on this site are protected by UK copyright law.

We check facts carefully, but we give no warranty that every piece of advice will suit your circumstances. Pole dancing involves physical risk; you are responsible for assessing your own readiness and for seeking medical advice if you have any doubt. Our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted under English law.

We may update these terms at any time. Continued use of the site means you accept the current version. Disputes are governed by the law of England and Wales.

Your rights and how to reach us

If you have a question about any of these policies, write to [email protected]. We reply within two working days. If you believe we have mishandled your data, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.

Policy updates are noted at the foot of each relevant page. The privacy policy was last revised in January 2026; the cookie policy in January 2026; the terms of use in January 2026.

Where to go next

For practical guides on getting started, equipment choices and technique, browse the articles below:

• How to start pole dancing at home — the setup steps that matter before your first move
• Choosing pole diameter — two sizes that change how every move grips
• What to wear for pole dancing — the grip zones that need bare skin
• Building strength for pole dancing — the muscle groups you'll use in every move

This is an information site. We do not sell any goods or services.