Plan Types
Recurring, one-time, class packs, and trial memberships.
Ippon System supports different plan types to accommodate various business models and member preferences. Choose the right type for each membership offering.
Recurring Subscriptions
Monthly/Yearly Plans
The standard membership model. Members are automatically charged on the same day each billing cycle. Their access continues as long as payments succeed.
- • Regular training members
- • Predictable monthly revenue
- • Long-term member relationships
- • Auto-renewal
- • Member self-service plan changes
- • Pause and resume options
One-Time Payments
Drop-in / Casual
Single class or day access for visitors, guests, or members who prefer pay-as-you-go. No automatic renewal.
- • Visiting judoka from other clubs
- • Trial classes
- • Occasional training
- • Set billing interval to "One-time"
- • Set duration (1 day, 1 week, etc.)
- • Optionally limit to specific classes
Class Packs
Prepaid Class Credits
Members purchase a bundle of classes upfront (e.g., 10 classes for $200). Each check-in deducts one credit. Great for flexible attendance.
- • Irregular schedules
- • Seasonal members
- • Budget-conscious members
- • 5, 10, or 20 class packs
- • Optional expiration (e.g., use within 3 months)
- • Auto-renew when credits run low
Tip: Offer a small discount on larger packs (e.g., 10 classes for the price of 9) to encourage bulk purchases.
Trial Memberships
Free or Discounted Trials
Let new members try before they commit. Trials can be completely free or heavily discounted, then automatically convert to a paid plan.
- • 1 free class
- • 1 week free trial
- • First month 50% off
- • 2 weeks for $29
- • Add trial period to any recurring plan
- • Set trial duration (days)
- • Optionally require payment method upfront
- • Auto-convert to full price after trial
Specialty Plan Types
Seasonal Plans
Fixed-duration memberships that align with school terms or seasons (e.g., "Winter Term: Jan-March"). Members pay upfront and access ends on a specific date.
Competition Passes
Short-term access for competition preparation. Include extra training sessions, strength & conditioning, and sparring opportunities.
Scholarship/Sponsored
Hidden plans for members receiving financial assistance. Set custom pricing (including $0) and track separately for reporting.
Instructor Plans
Free or discounted plans for coaches and staff. Hidden from public view but tracks access and attendance like regular members.
Comparing Plan Types
| Plan Type | Billing | Best For | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recurring | Auto-charge | Regular members | Most predictable |
| One-time | Single payment | Drop-ins, visitors | Variable |
| Class Pack | Prepaid credits | Flexible schedules | Upfront cash |
| Trial | Free/discounted | New members | Conversion-based |