Guides and insights for running a better martial arts club
11 October 2026
Run your whole tournament on IpponBoard — online entries and entry fees, weigh-in, draws, the mat schedule and live scoring on every mat, with results straight back to the web. During our intro offer, your first tournament is free.
Read more →28 September 2026
Attendance data does more than count heads — it predicts student dropout, validates grading eligibility, and reveals which classes need attention. Here is how to use it strategically.
Read more →31 August 2026
Late payments, failed direct debits, and awkward money conversations drain martial arts club owners. Here is a straightforward system for automating billing and protecting your cash flow.
Read more →3 August 2026
A practical checklist covering everything from venue booking and referee coordination to weigh-ins, bracket management, and scoreboard setup — so your tournament runs smoothly.
Read more →20 July 2026
Everything judo instructors need to run a successful club — from starting out and managing members, to billing, gradings, session structure, tournaments, and growth strategies. Each section links to a deeper guide.
Read more →6 July 2026
Acquiring new students costs far more than retaining existing ones. Learn the strategies successful martial arts schools use to reduce churn, increase referrals, and build a thriving community.
Read more →8 June 2026
From white belt to black belt and beyond — understand grading requirements, typical timelines, and how clubs can systematically track student progression through the kyu and dan ranks.
Read more →18 May 2026
From spreadsheet chaos to missed payments and lost student records, most martial arts clubs struggle with the same operational problems. Here are the seven most common and how to fix them.
Read more →27 April 2026
A clear breakdown of modern judo scoring — what earns an ippon, how waza-ari works, the penalty system, and how golden score decides close matches under current IJF rules.
Read more →6 April 2026
Everything you need to launch a successful judo club — from securing a venue and insurance to registering with your national federation, setting fees, and attracting your first students.
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