About
Kicksite is a comprehensive martial arts school management software that serves as an all-in-one business partner for studio owners running Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Karate, Krav Maga, MMA, Taekwondo, Wrestling, and other martial arts programs. Unlike generic gym management CRMs, Kicksite is tailored to the unique workflows of martial arts businesses, offering specialized tools like belt and rank tracking alongside standard school management features. The platform covers the full spectrum of school operations: attendance and belt tracking lets instructors monitor class participation and promote students with a single click. Billing and payment tools include automated recurring billing, failed payment alerts, and at-a-glance overdue invoice views, with competitive flat-rate processing fees via their Basys payment partner. Built-in communications tools allow schools to send emails and texts to students, set up automated messaging flows for prospects, and benefit from unlimited texting at no extra cost. For business growth, Kicksite includes lead management and marketing tools to capture, nurture, and convert prospects into enrolled students. The platform also offers martial arts website development and local search visibility services. Pricing is transparent and student-count based — starting at $49/month for up to 25 students and scaling to $199/month for 101+ students — with every feature unlocked at all tiers. Kicksite is trusted by world-champion martial artists and school owners looking to save time and grow their business.
Key Features
- Attendance & Belt Tracking: Track class attendance and student rank progression with martial-arts-specific tools. Promote students to the next belt rank with a single click.
- Automated Billing & Payments: Set up recurring billing, receive failed payment alerts, and view all overdue invoices at a glance. Integrates with Basys for competitive flat-rate payment processing.
- Free Unlimited Texting & Email: Send emails and texts to students, and build automated messaging flows for prospects — with no hidden fees for texting.
- Lead Management & Marketing: Capture, nurture, and convert prospects into enrolled students using built-in lead management and marketing tools.
- Martial Arts Websites & Local Visibility: Kicksite offers website development and local search visibility services tailored to martial arts schools looking to attract new students.
Use Cases
- A BJJ gym owner uses Kicksite to automate recurring monthly membership billing and instantly flag students with overdue payments.
- A Taekwondo school tracks student attendance and manages belt promotion cycles, promoting students to the next rank with a single click.
- A martial arts school uses Kicksite's lead management tools to capture website inquiry forms, send automated follow-up texts, and convert prospects into enrolled students.
- A school owner sends weekly class updates and schedule reminders to all active students via the built-in email and unlimited SMS tools.
- A new martial arts studio launches a professional website through Kicksite and improves local search visibility to drive walk-in enrollments.
Pros
- Built Specifically for Martial Arts: Unlike generic gym CRMs, Kicksite includes martial-arts-specific features like belt ranking and promotion workflows for BJJ, Karate, Taekwondo, and more.
- Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing: All features are available at every pricing tier. Costs scale simply by active student count with no surprise add-ons or feature gating.
- Free Unlimited Texting: Includes unlimited text messaging at no extra cost, a significant saving compared to competitors who charge per message or per contact.
- Proven by Champions: Trusted by high-profile martial artists and school owners, including world champions, giving it credibility and real-world validation.
Cons
- Niche Platform: Designed exclusively for martial arts schools, making it unsuitable for other fitness or sports businesses that need a broader solution.
- No Free Tier: There is no permanent free plan — the entry price starts at $49/month, which may be a barrier for very small or newly launched schools.
- Limited Third-Party Integrations: As a specialized vertical platform, Kicksite may offer fewer integrations with popular third-party tools compared to general-purpose CRMs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of martial arts schools does Kicksite support?
Kicksite supports a wide range of martial arts disciplines including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Karate, Krav Maga, MMA, Taekwondo, and Wrestling, among others.
How is Kicksite priced?
Kicksite pricing is based on the number of active students: $49/month for 0–25 students, $99/month for 26–50, $149/month for 51–100, and $199/month for 101+ students. All features are included at every tier.
Does Kicksite include payment processing?
Yes. Kicksite partners with Basys to offer competitive, flat-rate payment processing fees. The platform also supports automated recurring billing and failed payment notifications.
Is texting really free and unlimited?
Yes. Kicksite includes free unlimited texting for all users at every plan level, with no hidden fees for messaging students or prospects.
Can Kicksite help me get a website for my martial arts school?
Yes. In addition to its software tools, Kicksite offers martial arts website development and local search visibility services to help schools attract new students online.
