NextKick provides an all‑in‑one management platform designed specifically for martial arts schools, handling member enrollment, billing, belt testing, and automated payments from a single dashboard. The software streamlines daily operations, boosts student engagement, and offers real‑time metrics such as active class check‑ins and revenue tracking. It currently supports dozens of schools across North America, helping them grow enrollment and improve retention.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Martial arts schools often rely on a patchwork of generic tools for enrollment, billing, attendance tracking, and belt testing, leading to inefficient workflows, data silos, and lost time that could be spent on instruction.
Solution
NextKick offers an integrated, cloud‑based operating system designed specifically for martial arts schools. The platform consolidates member management, automated billing, belt‑testing administration, and real‑time class check‑ins into a single dashboard accessible from desktop and mobile apps. Live network metrics provide instant visibility into revenue, attendance, and retention, enabling owners to make data‑driven decisions. Automated payment processing and reminder notifications reduce missed fees, while built‑in communication tools keep students and parents informed. The system also includes optional website, marketing, and AI‑powered tools to attract new students and streamline growth.
Target Audience
NextKick serves owners and administrators of independent martial arts schools and multi‑site academies that need a purpose‑built system to replace disparate software and improve operational efficiency.
Features
- Unified admin dashboard for enrollment, scheduling, billing, and belt‑testing management
- Automated attendance tracking with face‑recognition check‑in and real‑time class status
- Integrated payment processing with configurable fee structures and automatic reminders
- Student and parent mobile apps for schedule updates, notifications, and certificate access
- AI‑enhanced tools for lead generation, SEO‑optimized school websites, and growth marketing campaigns
- Multi‑location support and role‑based access for staff coordination
- 24/7 automation engine with customizable workflows and reporting analytics