Martial Arts Club Management Software — FAQ
ClubForge is an all-in-one martial arts club management software designed for BJJ, MMA, Karate, Judo and combat sports academies. Below are answers to the most common questions from gym owners.
General Questions
What is ClubForge?+
ClubForge is a martial arts club management platform that allows academies to manage memberships, automate payments, track attendance, and monitor belt progression in one system.
Who is ClubForge for?+
ClubForge is designed for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) academies, MMA gyms, karate dojos, judo clubs and other martial arts schools.
Is ClubForge suitable for small gyms?+
Yes, ClubForge is suitable for both small academies and multi-location gyms, with scalable features that grow with your club.
How long does it take to set up ClubForge?+
Most clubs can set up their branded portal, schedule, and memberships in under 5–10 minutes.
Is it difficult to use?+
No, ClubForge is designed to be simple and intuitive for both owners and members. Most users can get started immediately, but support is available if needed.
Payments & Memberships
Does ClubForge handle membership payments?+
Yes, ClubForge includes automated billing and subscription payments, allowing clubs to manage memberships and reduce missed or failed payments.
Can members pay by card?+
Yes, ClubForge supports secure online card payments and recurring subscriptions via Stripe.
Will I still need separate payment software?+
No, payments are fully integrated into ClubForge, so you don't need separate tools.
Can I cancel anytime?+
Yes, you can cancel your ClubForge subscription at any time from your admin settings. There are no long-term contracts. After cancellation, your data is retained for 90 days in case you wish to come back.
Attendance & Scheduling
How do members check in to classes?+
Members can check in using a simple one-tap mobile system, and attendance is tracked automatically.
Does ClubForge include class scheduling?+
Yes, you can create and manage class schedules, which update instantly across your website and member portal.
Can I track attendance over time?+
Yes, ClubForge provides attendance tracking and reporting so you can monitor engagement and retention.
Belt & Progression
Does ClubForge support belt tracking?+
Yes, ClubForge includes built-in belt and rank progression systems for BJJ, Karate, Judo and other disciplines, with grading history and instructor feedback.
Can instructors record grading feedback?+
Yes, instructors can add grading history and feedback for each student, with a full audit trail for promotions.
Members & Families
Is ClubForge suitable for kids classes and family accounts?+
Yes, ClubForge supports family accounts, allowing parents to manage multiple children under one login.
Can members update their own details?+
Yes, members can manage their profile, payments and activity through the member portal.
Features & Functionality
Does ClubForge support multiple locations?+
Yes, you can manage multiple academies or locations from one system with unified reporting and cross-site member management.
Can I run events like gradings and seminars?+
Yes, ClubForge includes event management tools for seminars, competitions and gradings.
Can I upload training videos?+
Yes, you can create a member-only video library for drills, curriculum and training content.
How ClubForge Compares
What is the best martial arts management software?+
The best software is one that combines payments, attendance tracking, and progression systems in one platform. ClubForge is designed specifically for martial arts academies rather than generic fitness gyms.
How is ClubForge different from generic gym software?+
Unlike generic gym software, ClubForge is built specifically for martial arts, with built-in belt progression, attendance tracking, and a fully integrated system for managing clubs.
Do I need separate tools for scheduling, payments and attendance?+
No, ClubForge combines all of these into one system, removing the need for multiple tools.
What software do BJJ gyms use?+
While some gyms use general fitness tools, platforms like ClubForge are designed specifically for martial arts, offering better support for belt progression, attendance tracking, and unified grading operations.
UK & Location
What is the best BJJ gym software in the UK?+
ClubForge is used by martial arts academies across the UK to manage memberships, payments, attendance and belt progression in one platform.
Can ClubForge be used by UK martial arts clubs?+
Yes, ClubForge is designed for UK-based academies and supports local payment systems and operations.
Still have questions?
Book a demo with our team or start a free trial and explore for yourself.