Judo School Software
Built to Handle Everything Except the Throws.
Judo software should run your belt progression, billing, attendance, and marketing in one place. Spark is the only platform built by people who've actually run a dojo.
2,000+
Schools run on Spark
2,000+
Schools run on Spark
$720 Million
Processed yearly for clients
$720 Million
Processed yearly for clients
10 Million
Students managed
10 Million
Students managed
9 Years
in Martial Arts
9 Years
in Martial Arts
What is Judo School Software?
Judo advancement isn't just attendance, it's specific technique requirements tied to each rank. Judo school software needs to track curriculum requirements per belt level, notify students and instructors when they're met, and connect that to billing, attendance, and marketing in one system, not a chart on the wall and a separate spreadsheet.
Full student profiles. Belt history. Family accounts. Attendance trends.
Every relationship in one place — so you always know where a student is in their journey and what they need next. No more digging. No more guessing. The information that helps you retain students and build community is right in front of you.
The Problem
You Opened a Dojo to Teach Judo, Not Manage a Spreadsheet.
Curriculum requirements tracked by memory instead of by rank. A new program launched on a guess, with empty mats to show for it. A student who quietly stops showing up because nobody caught the pattern. Spark automates the operational side, so that time goes back to teaching.
Full student profiles. Belt history. Family accounts. Attendance trends.
Every relationship in one place — so you always know where a student is in their journey and what they need next. No more digging. No more guessing. The information that helps you retain students and build community is right in front of you.
Built by People Who've Actually Run a Dojo.
Most judo school software is built by tech teams who've never stepped on the mat. Spark was built by Master Ron Sell and Grand Master Cheong Park, two 7th Dan Black Belts who ran multiple martial arts schools for over 20 years. They couldn't find software that understood rank progression and retention, so they built it.
Full student profiles. Belt history. Family accounts. Attendance trends.
Every relationship in one place — so you always know where a student is in their journey and what they need next. No more digging. No more guessing. The information that helps you retain students and build community is right in front of you.
Core Spark Membership:
Everything Included
Core Spark Membership: Everything Included
One Platform Runs Every Part of Your School.
Curriculum Requirements, Tracked Per Rank
Set requirements, Spark notifies who's ready.
Set your own curriculum requirements for each judo rank level, and Spark notifies both the instructor and the student automatically once they're met, instead of tracking it by memory or a wall chart.
Belt Progression Tied to Real Attendance
Rank tracking, not guesswork.
Belt rank ties directly into attendance data, so you always know exactly who's eligible for their next test, no spreadsheets, no manual cross-referencing.
Know What to Add Before You Add It
Class demand data, before you launch a program.
Adding a new judo class or program on a guess risks empty mats. Spark tracks student preferences and attendance patterns, so you can see real demand before committing to a new offering.
Practice the Curriculum Between Classes
Video resources tied to each rank's requirements.
Once you've set curriculum requirements per rank, the Spark App gives students video curriculum and downloadable resources to practice at home, so they arrive at their next class already prepared, not starting cold.
Here's A Taste Of What Spark Membership Can Do
Spark CRM
Know every judo student.
Full student profiles, belt rank history, family accounts, and attendance trends, all in one place. Spark's CRM is purpose-built for judo dojos, so it understands curriculum requirements per rank a generic CRM never will.
Spark Payments
Get your dojo paid without asking.
Spark Payments handles billing, checkout, and reporting automatically, so revenue keeps coming in without chasing checks, manual invoices, or a line at the front desk.
Spark SMS
The instant reply, before your judo lead goes cold.
Text messages get read in minutes, not hours. Spark's two-way SMS sends instant replies to new leads, class reminders, and reschedule texts the moment something happens, so prospects never look up a competitor.
“We run a 300-member academy with 3 staff. Spark automated almost everything I used to do manually, freeing me to build a half-million dollar business.”
Shihan Chris Allen
Tring Martial Arts Academy
“We run a 300-member academy with 3 staff. Spark automated almost everything I used to do manually, freeing me to build a half-million dollar business.”
Shihan Chris Allen
Tring Martial Arts Academy
“We've grown to 6 locations and 1,200+ students. Spark gives us the systems and automation to stay organized and aligned as we scale.”
Jesse Isaacs
Integrity Martial Arts
“We've grown to 6 locations and 1,200+ students. Spark gives us the systems and automation to stay organized and aligned as we scale.”
Jesse Isaacs
Integrity Martial Arts
“We've grown to 6 locations and 1,200+ students. Spark gives us the systems and automation to stay organized and aligned as we scale.”
Jesse Isaacs
Integrity Martial Arts
“Spark helps me sleep better at night. Everything's in one place, the automations are powerful, and it saves us 10-12 hours in a normal week.”
Adam Spicar
Reveal Martial Arts
“Spark helps me sleep better at night. Everything's in one place, the automations are powerful, and it saves us 10-12 hours in a normal week.”
Adam Spicar
Reveal Martial Arts
“Spark helps me sleep better at night. Everything's in one place, the automations are powerful, and it saves us 10-12 hours in a normal week.”
Adam Spicar
Reveal Martial Arts
“We run 2 locations with nearly 700 students and 2% attrition. Spark automates comms, keeps parents engaged, and cuts what falls through the cracks.”
Peter Trikilas
Master Peter's Academy of Martial Arts
“We run 2 locations with nearly 700 students and 2% attrition. Spark automates comms, keeps parents engaged, and cuts what falls through the cracks.”
Peter Trikilas
Master Peter's Academy of Martial Arts
Making The Switch To Spark
Couldn’t Be Easier.
Making The Switch To Spark Couldn’t Be Easier.
Zero Cost Migration.
Export your data, send it to our team, we'll do the rest. Fast, secure, and it doesn't cost you a penny.
Setup Payments Instantly.
Start accepting tuition, gear, and event payments right away with our integrated, low-rate merchant service.
Personalized Onboarding.
1-on-1 training gets you and your staff confident from day one. Our tech team is your I.T. department.
FAQ
What is judo school software?
Judo school software is a management platform built around curriculum requirements tied to belt rank, alongside billing, attendance tracking, and marketing, all in one system rather than a wall chart and a separate spreadsheet.
Can I set custom curriculum requirements for each judo rank?
Yes. Spark lets you set your own curriculum requirements for each rank level, and notifies both the instructor and the student automatically once they're met.
Does Spark track belt rank and attendance for judo students?
Yes. Belt rank ties directly into attendance data, so you always know exactly who's eligible for their next judo test without checking a spreadsheet.
Can Spark help me decide whether to launch a new judo program or class?
Yes. Spark tracks student preferences and attendance patterns, so you can see real demand for a new judo class before committing to it, rather than guessing and risking empty mats.
Does Spark handle family billing for judo schools?
Yes. Family accounts bill as one, with sibling discounts applied automatically, removing manual math when a family enrolls more than one judo student.
How is Spark different from a generic CRM for a judo school?
Generic CRMs like HubSpot or Salesforce have no concept of belt rank, curriculum requirements, or promotion tracking. Spark treats judo-specific rank progression and retention workflows as core features, not afterthoughts.
Does Spark provide digital waivers for judo students?
Yes. Digital waivers are collected online and stored directly in the judo student's profile, removing manual paperwork at enrollment.
Can Spark handle recurring judo tuition billing with failed payment recovery?
Yes. Recurring billing automatically retries a failed payment and notifies the student, so a declined card doesn't quietly become a cancelled judo membership.
Does Spark support lead and trial management for a judo school?
Yes. Spark captures leads, automates follow-up, and tracks conversion from first inquiry through trial and enrollment, so prospective judo students don't fall through the cracks.
Can I sell judo gear and merchandise through Spark?
Yes. Spark's built-in point-of-sale and inventory tracking let judo schools sell judogis, belts, and other gear directly, without a separate storefront system.
Do I need separate software for booking, billing, and marketing at a judo school?
No. Spark consolidates online booking, billing, CRM, marketing automation, landing pages, and belt rank tracking into one platform built for judo schools.
Can I see my judo school's revenue and retention metrics without exporting to a spreadsheet?
Yes. Spark's dashboard surfaces active members, failed payments, and upcoming renewals directly, so judo school owners can manage the business proactively.
Is switching to Spark expensive or time-consuming for an existing judo school?
No. Data migration, including student records, belt history, and billing information, is provided at no cost, and judo schools can start accepting payments immediately after switching.
What kind of support does Spark provide after a judo school switches?
Spark provides personalized, one-on-one onboarding to get judo school owners and staff confident with the platform from day one, backed by an in-house technical team.
Does Spark help a judo school reduce no-shows before a belt test?
Yes. Automated reminders go out ahead of upcoming belt tests based on real attendance data, so judo students show up prepared instead of missing the test entirely.
Can a judo school track its full pipeline of leads, trials, and members?
Yes. Spark tracks every judo prospect from first inquiry through trial class, enrollment, and belt promotions, inside a single pipeline rather than across disconnected spreadsheets.
Does Spark support multiple judo programs, like kids and adult classes, in one system?
Yes. Spark manages separate schedules, rosters, and rank tracking for different judo programs, such as kids and adult classes, all within the same platform.
Is Spark's software difficult for judo instructors to learn?
No. Spark is designed to be simple enough for judo instructors comfortable using tools like Gmail or social media, without requiring dedicated technical training.
Can a judo school run marketing campaigns without hiring an agency?
Yes. Spark's built-in email and SMS automation lets a judo school run targeted, personalized campaigns, promoting belt tests, trial offers, or new class launches, without paying for a separate marketing platform.
Does Spark flag a judo student before they quietly stop showing up?
Yes. Automated surveys and check-ins trigger after a set number of missed classes, surfacing engagement dips early so a judo school can act before a student disengages completely.
FAQ
What is judo school software?
Judo school software is a management platform built around curriculum requirements tied to belt rank, alongside billing, attendance tracking, and marketing, all in one system rather than a wall chart and a separate spreadsheet.
Do I need separate software for booking, billing, and marketing at a judo school?
No. Spark consolidates online booking, billing, CRM, marketing automation, landing pages, and belt rank tracking into one platform built for judo schools.
Can I set custom curriculum requirements for each judo rank?
Yes. Spark lets you set your own curriculum requirements for each rank level, and notifies both the instructor and the student automatically once they're met.
Can I see my judo school's revenue and retention metrics without exporting to a spreadsheet?
Yes. Spark's dashboard surfaces active members, failed payments, and upcoming renewals directly, so judo school owners can manage the business proactively.
Does Spark track belt rank and attendance for judo students?
Yes. Belt rank ties directly into attendance data, so you always know exactly who's eligible for their next judo test without checking a spreadsheet.
Is switching to Spark expensive or time-consuming for an existing judo school?
No. Data migration, including student records, belt history, and billing information, is provided at no cost, and judo schools can start accepting payments immediately after switching.
Can Spark help me decide whether to launch a new judo program or class?
Yes. Spark tracks student preferences and attendance patterns, so you can see real demand for a new judo class before committing to it, rather than guessing and risking empty mats.
What kind of support does Spark provide after a judo school switches?
Spark provides personalized, one-on-one onboarding to get judo school owners and staff confident with the platform from day one, backed by an in-house technical team.
Does Spark handle family billing for judo schools?
Yes. Family accounts bill as one, with sibling discounts applied automatically, removing manual math when a family enrolls more than one judo student.
Does Spark help a judo school reduce no-shows before a belt test?
Yes. Automated reminders go out ahead of upcoming belt tests based on real attendance data, so judo students show up prepared instead of missing the test entirely.
How is Spark different from a generic CRM for a judo school?
Generic CRMs like HubSpot or Salesforce have no concept of belt rank, curriculum requirements, or promotion tracking. Spark treats judo-specific rank progression and retention workflows as core features, not afterthoughts.
Can a judo school track its full pipeline of leads, trials, and members?
Yes. Spark tracks every judo prospect from first inquiry through trial class, enrollment, and belt promotions, inside a single pipeline rather than across disconnected spreadsheets.
Does Spark provide digital waivers for judo students?
Yes. Digital waivers are collected online and stored directly in the judo student's profile, removing manual paperwork at enrollment.
Does Spark support multiple judo programs, like kids and adult classes, in one system?
Yes. Spark manages separate schedules, rosters, and rank tracking for different judo programs, such as kids and adult classes, all within the same platform.
Can Spark handle recurring judo tuition billing with failed payment recovery?
Yes. Recurring billing automatically retries a failed payment and notifies the student, so a declined card doesn't quietly become a cancelled judo membership.
Is Spark's software difficult for judo instructors to learn?
No. Spark is designed to be simple enough for judo instructors comfortable using tools like Gmail or social media, without requiring dedicated technical training.
Does Spark support lead and trial management for a judo school?
Yes. Spark captures leads, automates follow-up, and tracks conversion from first inquiry through trial and enrollment, so prospective judo students don't fall through the cracks.
Can a judo school run marketing campaigns without hiring an agency?
Yes. Spark's built-in email and SMS automation lets a judo school run targeted, personalized campaigns, promoting belt tests, trial offers, or new class launches, without paying for a separate marketing platform.
Can I sell judo gear and merchandise through Spark?
Yes. Spark's built-in point-of-sale and inventory tracking let judo schools sell judogis, belts, and other gear directly, without a separate storefront system.
Does Spark flag a judo student before they quietly stop showing up?
Yes. Automated surveys and check-ins trigger after a set number of missed classes, surfacing engagement dips early so a judo school can act before a student disengages completely.
FAQ
What is judo school software?
Judo school software is a management platform built around curriculum requirements tied to belt rank, alongside billing, attendance tracking, and marketing, all in one system rather than a wall chart and a separate spreadsheet.
Can I set custom curriculum requirements for each judo rank?
Yes. Spark lets you set your own curriculum requirements for each rank level, and notifies both the instructor and the student automatically once they're met.
Does Spark track belt rank and attendance for judo students?
Yes. Belt rank ties directly into attendance data, so you always know exactly who's eligible for their next judo test without checking a spreadsheet.
Can Spark help me decide whether to launch a new judo program or class?
Yes. Spark tracks student preferences and attendance patterns, so you can see real demand for a new judo class before committing to it, rather than guessing and risking empty mats.
Does Spark handle family billing for judo schools?
Yes. Family accounts bill as one, with sibling discounts applied automatically, removing manual math when a family enrolls more than one judo student.
How is Spark different from a generic CRM for a judo school?
Generic CRMs like HubSpot or Salesforce have no concept of belt rank, curriculum requirements, or promotion tracking. Spark treats judo-specific rank progression and retention workflows as core features, not afterthoughts.
Does Spark provide digital waivers for judo students?
Yes. Digital waivers are collected online and stored directly in the judo student's profile, removing manual paperwork at enrollment.
Can Spark handle recurring judo tuition billing with failed payment recovery?
Yes. Recurring billing automatically retries a failed payment and notifies the student, so a declined card doesn't quietly become a cancelled judo membership.
Does Spark support lead and trial management for a judo school?
Yes. Spark captures leads, automates follow-up, and tracks conversion from first inquiry through trial and enrollment, so prospective judo students don't fall through the cracks.
Can I sell judo gear and merchandise through Spark?
Yes. Spark's built-in point-of-sale and inventory tracking let judo schools sell judogis, belts, and other gear directly, without a separate storefront system.
Do I need separate software for booking, billing, and marketing at a judo school?
No. Spark consolidates online booking, billing, CRM, marketing automation, landing pages, and belt rank tracking into one platform built for judo schools.
Can I see my judo school's revenue and retention metrics without exporting to a spreadsheet?
Yes. Spark's dashboard surfaces active members, failed payments, and upcoming renewals directly, so judo school owners can manage the business proactively.
Is switching to Spark expensive or time-consuming for an existing judo school?
No. Data migration, including student records, belt history, and billing information, is provided at no cost, and judo schools can start accepting payments immediately after switching.
What kind of support does Spark provide after a judo school switches?
Spark provides personalized, one-on-one onboarding to get judo school owners and staff confident with the platform from day one, backed by an in-house technical team.
Does Spark help a judo school reduce no-shows before a belt test?
Yes. Automated reminders go out ahead of upcoming belt tests based on real attendance data, so judo students show up prepared instead of missing the test entirely.
Can a judo school track its full pipeline of leads, trials, and members?
Yes. Spark tracks every judo prospect from first inquiry through trial class, enrollment, and belt promotions, inside a single pipeline rather than across disconnected spreadsheets.
Does Spark support multiple judo programs, like kids and adult classes, in one system?
Yes. Spark manages separate schedules, rosters, and rank tracking for different judo programs, such as kids and adult classes, all within the same platform.
Is Spark's software difficult for judo instructors to learn?
No. Spark is designed to be simple enough for judo instructors comfortable using tools like Gmail or social media, without requiring dedicated technical training.
Can a judo school run marketing campaigns without hiring an agency?
Yes. Spark's built-in email and SMS automation lets a judo school run targeted, personalized campaigns, promoting belt tests, trial offers, or new class launches, without paying for a separate marketing platform.
Does Spark flag a judo student before they quietly stop showing up?
Yes. Automated surveys and check-ins trigger after a set number of missed classes, surfacing engagement dips early so a judo school can act before a student disengages completely.
Ready to Get Back to Owning Your Judo Dojo, Instead of It Owning You?
Run belt tracking, billing, curriculum requirements, and marketing from one platform built by people who've actually done it.
Ready to Get Back to Owning Your Judo Dojo, Instead of It Owning You?
Run belt tracking, billing, curriculum requirements, and marketing from one platform built by people who've actually done it.
Ready to Get Back to Owning Your Judo Dojo, Instead of It Owning You?
Run belt tracking, billing, curriculum requirements, and marketing from one platform built by people who've actually done it.