Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

The International Ballet Barre Fitness Association (IBBFA) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Information We Collect

• Account information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you register for certification or create an account
• Certification records: Credential level, examination results, Registry ID, specialty designations, and credential status
• Payment information: Payment details are processed by secure third-party payment processors; IBBFA does not store credit card numbers
• Directory information: Name, city/state/country, credential level, and specialties displayed in the public instructor directory (with your consent)
• Usage data: Website analytics including pages visited, time on site, and referral sources (collected via cookies and analytics tools)

How We Use Your Information

• Processing certification enrollment, examinations, and credential issuance
• Maintaining the public credential verification registry at ibbfa.org/verify
• Displaying your profile in the instructor directory (Active credential holders)
• Sending certification-related communications (examination scheduling, credential status, maintenance reminders)
• Improving our website and certification programs

Public Registry Information

IBBFA operates a public credential verification registry. When your credential is Active, the following information is publicly accessible: your name, credential level, specialty designations, Registry ID, credential status, and city/state/country. This transparency is a core component of IBBFA's credentialing model. Credential holders with Lapsed status are hidden from default directory searches but remain accessible via direct Registry ID lookup.

Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at info@ibbfa.org. Note that deletion of certification records may affect your credential status.

Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, contact IBBFA at info@ibbfa.org or use our contact form.

Terms of Service

Last updated: March 2026

By accessing ibbfa.org or enrolling in any IBBFA certification program, you agree to the following terms.

Certification Programs

IBBFA certification programs are professional credentialing programs for barre fitness instruction. Enrollment constitutes a commitment to complete the program requirements as described on the credentials page. Program pricing is listed in USD and is subject to change with notice.

Course Access Periods

CBI Certification and individual Specialty Certifications include 12 months of course access from the date of enrollment. The Principal Track includes 24 months of course access. Access periods are not extendable. See the Refund Policy for cancellation terms.

Credential Maintenance

All credential holders are required to pay an annual $99 registry maintenance fee to maintain Active status. Initial directory status is included with each credential (2 years for CBI, 3 years for Principal). After the initial period, the $99/year fee renews Active status annually. Non-payment results in Lapsed status as described on the credentials page. IBBFA is not responsible for consequences arising from Lapsed credential status.

Intellectual Property

IBBFA curriculum, examination content, and materials are the intellectual property of the International Ballet Barre Fitness Association. Credential holders may not reproduce, distribute, or share curriculum materials without written permission.

Credential Revocation

IBBFA reserves the right to revoke credentials for violations of the Code of Ethics, scope-of-practice breaches, or conduct that brings the profession into disrepute. Revocation decisions are reflected in the public verification registry.

Limitation of Liability

IBBFA certification confirms that an instructor has completed a training program and passed an examination. IBBFA does not guarantee employment outcomes, and IBBFA credentials do not constitute a license to practice medicine, physical therapy, or any healthcare profession.

Questions

Contact us with questions about these terms.

Refund Policy

Last updated: March 2026

IBBFA offers a 14-day refund window on all certification programs purchased through barrecertification.com. Refund eligibility depends on the program type and whether course content has been accessed beyond the introductory materials.

Refund Eligibility

Program	Price	Refund Window	Condition
CBI Certification	$599	14 days from purchase	Refund available if exam has not been attempted
Specialty Certifications	$375 each	14 days from purchase	Refund available if final assessment has not been submitted
Principal Track	$1,297–$1,497	14 days from purchase	Refund available if no exam or Board Review has been attempted
Principal Upgrade	$897	14 days from purchase	Refund available if no specialty assessment or Board Review has been attempted
CBI Exam Only	$299	14 days from purchase	Refund available if exam has not been scheduled or attempted
CBI Study Guide	$79	14 days from purchase	Refund available if content has not been accessed

Non-Refundable Items

• Annual Registry Maintenance Fee ($99/year) — non-refundable once processed
• Exam Retake Fees ($99) — non-refundable once exam is scheduled
• Any program after 14 days from purchase — regardless of completion status
• Any program where an exam or final assessment has been attempted — regardless of result

Payment Plans

For programs purchased on a payment plan, the refund window applies to the first installment only. If a refund is requested within 14 days and the refund condition is met, remaining installments are cancelled and any payment already made is refunded. After 14 days or after an exam attempt, all remaining installments are due per the original payment schedule.

How to Request a Refund

Email info@ibbfa.org with your name, email address used at enrollment, the program purchased, and the date of purchase. Refunds are processed within 5–10 business days to the original payment method.

Code of Ethics

Last updated: March 2026

All IBBFA credential holders agree to uphold the following ethical standards as a condition of their credential.

Professional Conduct

• Maintain current IBBFA credential status through annual registry maintenance
• Represent credentials honestly — only claim the credential level that has been earned and is currently Active
• Operate within the scope of practice defined by IBBFA training — fitness instruction, not healthcare
• Refer clients to qualified healthcare professionals when situations exceed the scope of barre fitness instruction

Client Safety

• Prioritize participant safety in all instruction
• Apply contraindication recognition and modification protocols as trained
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful class environment
• Report safety concerns to facility management

Professional Integrity

• Do not misrepresent IBBFA credentials or claim credentials not earned
• Do not share, distribute, or sell IBBFA curriculum or examination materials
• Respect the intellectual property rights of IBBFA and other organizations
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients

Violations

Violations of this Code of Ethics may result in credential revocation. Reports of ethical violations can be submitted to info@ibbfa.org. IBBFA investigates all reports and revocation decisions are reflected in the public verification registry.

Accessibility Policy

Last updated: March 2026

IBBFA is committed to ensuring accessibility for all users of our website and certification programs.

Website Accessibility

We aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards across ibbfa.org. Our website is designed with semantic HTML, appropriate color contrast, keyboard navigation, and screen reader compatibility. We continually work to identify and address accessibility issues.

Certification Program Accessibility

IBBFA provides reasonable accommodations for certification candidates with documented disabilities. Accommodations may include extended examination time, alternative examination formats, and accessible curriculum materials. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Reporting Issues

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or in our certification programs, please contact us at info@ibbfa.org or 1-888-365-2008. We appreciate your feedback and are committed to resolving accessibility issues promptly.

Compliance Forms

Last updated: March 2026

The following forms are available for IBBFA credential holders, employers, and partners.

• Accommodation Request Form — Request disability accommodations for certification examinations
• Ethics Complaint Form — Report a potential Code of Ethics violation by an IBBFA credential holder
• Credential Verification Letter Request — Request an official verification letter for employer, insurance, or regulatory purposes
• Data Access / Deletion Request — Request access to or deletion of your personal data per our Privacy Policy
• Refund Request — Request a refund within the 14-day refund window per our Refund Policy

To submit a form or request a copy, contact us at info@ibbfa.org. Forms are typically processed within 5–10 business days.