Running a dojo requires lots of information and maintenance. While staff members and training are key, so is the software you choose to run your business. Picking the right one can make your job a lot easier and can make the student experience skyrocket.
Our software decision was critical to our success."
- Jimmy Pedro
However, every academy needs different things. Here are our suggestions for the best martial arts software of 2020 broken down by ADVANCED, INTERMEDIATE, and BEGINNER.
Spark Membership [ADVANCED]
The Spark Membership CRM tool is robust and powerful but takes commitment. It's fully programmable and has the most powerful tools for gym owners that we've seen to date. It definitely is considered a premium solution, with a price tag to match, but we think it's worth it.
Features include:
- email and SMS message abilities
- automations based on student actions
- review generator
- scheduling and calendar capabilities
- lead funnels
- student iPhone and Android app
- payment automations
Martial Arts on Rails [INTERMEDIATE]
The MA on Rails tool is a streamlined martial arts software that packs a powerful punch at an affordable price. For those that are looking to automate payments and have access to some automation tools, this is a great option to try out. This software can definitely do the heavy lifting.
Features include:
- email and SMS message abilities
- automations based on student actions
- rank and attendance tracker
- scheduler tool
- contract and payment automations
- referral management
- website and funnel manager
FUJI ProShop [INTERMEDIATE]
View FUJI ProShop on Rails website
The FUJI ProShop software is developed by the same team that runs the FUJI BJJ Tournament Series and they take a unique approach to martial arts business software. Not only does it allow you to manage your members with email notifications and rank reports but they are also developing tools that let you order gear up front and pay it off over time against your recurring tuition revenues. This is what makes the FUJI ProShop software stand out from the pack and should definitely be considered when you evaluate software.
Features include:
- email message abilities
- automations based on student actions
- rank and attendance tracker
- check in QR code generator
- scheduler tool
- contract and payment automations
Martialytics [BEGINNER]
Martialytics is a great option for those that want a simple, clean, and aesthetically pleasing app for quickly tracking attendance. Seriously, this application is a beautiful as they come. Getting started on this platform is a snap and the Martialytics team went through the user experience with a fine tooth comb to make sure everything was super simple and easy to use.
Features include:
- email message abilities
- automations based on student actions
- rank and attendance tracker
- contract and payment automations
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