Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

StretchWise Academy AS is committed to ensuring that our website and educational platform are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards to provide an inclusive and equitable learning experience for all participants.

We believe that educational content should be available to everyone, regardless of physical or cognitive abilities, and we are dedicated to maintaining and improving accessibility across all digital touchpoints.

Accessibility Features

Our website incorporates the following accessibility features to enhance usability for all visitors:

Standards and Conformance

StretchWise Academy strives to conform to the following accessibility standards and guidelines:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA: International standard for web accessibility developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
• European Accessibility Act (EAA): Compliance with EU accessibility requirements for digital products and services.
• Norwegian Accessibility Regulations (Universell utforming): National regulations requiring public and private sector websites to be accessible to all users.

We conduct regular accessibility audits and testing with assistive technologies to identify and address barriers to access.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some areas of the website may not yet meet all accessibility standards. We are actively working to address the following known limitations:

• Some third-party embedded content (such as video players or external widgets) may have limited accessibility features that are beyond our direct control. We are working with vendors to improve accessibility in these areas.
• Certain downloadable PDF documents from prior to 2024 may not be fully accessible. We are in the process of remediating these files and will provide accessible alternatives upon request.
• Some historical blog posts and archived content may contain outdated markup that does not meet current accessibility standards. These are being updated on a rolling basis.

If you encounter an accessibility barrier on any part of our website, please contact us using the information provided below so we can work with you to provide the content in an accessible format.

Assistive Technologies

This website has been tested for compatibility with the following assistive technologies and browsers:

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the StretchWise Academy website. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us through any of the following methods:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days. For urgent accessibility issues that prevent you from accessing essential content or services, we will prioritize your request and work to provide an immediate alternative solution while we address the underlying issue.

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website is provided by third-party services and may not be fully under our control. This includes but is not limited to:

• Video hosting platforms (YouTube, Vimeo) — we select videos with captions and transcripts where available
• Social media feeds and embedded content — accessibility varies by platform
• Downloadable resources from external sources — we strive to provide accessible alternatives

We actively work with third-party vendors to ensure their content meets accessibility standards. If you experience difficulty accessing third-party content, please contact us and we will work to provide an accessible alternative or assist you in accessing the content.

Ongoing Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We regularly review and update our website to improve accessibility through the following practices:

• Quarterly accessibility audits using automated testing tools and manual evaluation
• User testing with individuals who use assistive technologies
• Staff training on accessibility best practices and inclusive design principles
• Incorporating accessibility requirements into the development process for all new features
• Monitoring changes to accessibility standards and updating our practices accordingly

Alternative Formats

If you require content from this website in an alternative format that is more accessible to you, we will make reasonable efforts to provide it. Alternative formats may include:

• Plain text versions of web pages
• Accessible Word documents
• Audio descriptions or transcripts for video content
• Large print or Braille materials upon request

Please contact us with your specific requirements, and we will work with you to provide the content in the format that best meets your needs.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may escalate your complaint to the relevant regulatory authority:

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local consumer protection authority if you believe we have not complied with applicable accessibility regulations.