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August 18, 2026

How to Manage Court Reservations for Tennis and Pickleball (2026 Guide)

Put every court on one digital calendar and let members book, reschedule or cancel their own slots in real time. Set clear booking rules - booking windows, buffer times, cancellation windows and court type - and every reservation follows them automatically. Then add reminders and waitlists to keep busy slots filled, take payment at the point of booking, and charge more at peak hours.

Petar Petrov - Marketing Manager
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July 17, 2026

The Best Ways to Track Student Attendance in a Martial Arts School (2026 Guide)

Martial arts schools track attendance in several ways: paper attendance cards, front-desk sign-in sheets, tablet kiosks, QR codes, mobile-app check-in, and full school-management software. The best method depends on your size and on how much you want attendance to do for you. For most schools, digital check-in tied to each student's profile is the most reliable, because it turns attendance from a record into an early warning system for the students who are about to quit.

Deyan Peev - software engineer at 1club
Deyan Peev
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July 10, 2026

How to Improve Gym Member Retention in 2026

To improve gym member retention, focus on the first 90 days, when most members decide whether to stay. Onboard everyone with a clear plan, track attendance to spot who's drifting, and reach out before they cancel. Build community through group classes and milestones, keep billing reliable so payments don't fail silently, and act on feedback. Small, well-timed touches keep members coming back.

Martin Kirov co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer
Martin Kirov
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Martial arts
July 3, 2026

How to Choose a Martial Art: 7 Steps to Find Your Fit

Start with your goal. Want high-energy fitness and striking skill? Look at Muay Thai, Karate, or Taekwondo. Want practical self-defense through leverage and control? Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Krav Maga fit better. Want structure and tradition? Judo, Aikido, and traditional Karate emphasize discipline and long-term progression. From there, weigh your physical situation, your schedule, and a trial class before committing.

Martin Kirov co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer
Martin Kirov

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