Apps for martial arts schools

Every belt, every class, in their pocket.

For karate, taekwondo, BJJ, judo, kickboxing and MMA schools. Students see their path to the next belt, parents see progress, and you see who’s about to drop out.

From $6,900 founding priceAbout 6 weeks to launchYour own App Store account
Why your own app

Built around how you work.

Retention is everything in a martial arts school, and it’s won between classes. Students who can see their progress (stripes, belts, test dates) stay longer.

Your own app turns your curriculum into a visible path: what’s needed for the next belt, home practice that counts, and a parent view that shows families what they’re paying for.

What it can do

Features clients use every day.

A starting point, not a fixed menu. Anything you picture can go into your brief.

Belt & stripe progressEach student’s rank, stripes and readiness for the next test.
Curriculum by beltTechnique videos and requirements unlocked for each rank.
Class check-inFast check-in and attendance streaks for kids and adults.
Home practiceWeekly challenges that count toward stripes.
Parent viewAttendance, progress and announcements for families, with parents holding the account.
Events & testsBelt tests, seminars and tournament sign-ups with reminders.
A day with your app

Small moments, every day.

Before class“Kids Sparring at 5:30. Bring your gloves!”
At the doorCheck-in in one tap; 3 classes this week, streak kept.
At homeLeo practices 50 front kicks and earns progress toward his next stripe. Mom sees it too.
Your tools

No need to switch systems.

Many schools use Kicksite, Spark Membership, Zen Planner, Gymdesk or similar software for billing and attendance. We connect where an API exists or keep the app focused on progress and practice while billing stays where it is.

Pricing

Fixed price, no surprises.

You know the full cost before we start. The care plan ($199–299/month) is optional; your app keeps working without it.

Starter

$8,900

A first version of one core program.

  • One main flow: habits, lessons or check-ins
  • Your branding and content
  • Progress tracking
  • iOS or Android, or a web app for both
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Growth

$14,900

An everyday habit loop.

  • iOS and Android
  • Challenges, streaks and achievements
  • Push reminders in your voice
  • Admin panel for your content

Premium

$24,900 +

Bigger apps and integrations.

  • Everything in Growth
  • Integrations with your tools
  • Custom features to your spec
  • Web dashboard for your team

Founding client pricing

Our first three clients get Starter for $6,900, Growth for $9,700 and Premium from $16,000, in exchange for a short review and permission to show the app in our work.

Full cost guide →
FAQ

Questions from martial arts schools.

Is it OK for kids to use the app?

Yes, with parents in control. Children use the app through a family account the parent creates, and we don’t collect personal information from children directly, in line with US children’s privacy rules (COPPA).

Can it replace my school management software?

It can, but it doesn’t have to. Most schools keep billing in their current system and use the app for progress, practice and communication.

Can instructors update belts and stripes?

Yes, from a simple admin panel or the app itself, and students get a notification when they earn one.

Can we sell gear or seminars in the app?

Yes. Physical goods and in-person events can be paid through your normal checkout.

How long does it take to launch?

Usually about 6 weeks after the scope is agreed, with a free clickable demo within 48 hours of your brief.

Do I have to be in the App Store?

No. You choose: App Store and Google Play, a web app, or both, at the same price. A web app installs from the browser to the home screen with your icon, opens full screen like any app and can send push notifications (on iPhone once it’s added to the home screen). It launches faster, needs no Apple developer account or app review, and payments go through your own checkout with no App Store commission. Store apps are easier to find and can use extras like widgets and Apple Wallet. Many clients start with a web app and add the store versions later.

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See your app before you pay for it.

Send a written brief. We reply within one business day with a fixed scope and price, and a clickable demo with your brand within 48 hours. No calls required.

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