Apr 12, 2025
Managing a skating school — whether for figure skating, ice hockey, or roller sports — requires precision, structure, and seamless communication. With growing class sizes, multiple instructors, and facility bookings to manage, having the right skating school management software isn’t just helpful — it’s essential.
Here are the top 5 features to look for when choosing software to run your skating academy or rink:
1. Smart Class Scheduling & Facility Management
Your scheduling system should allow you to:
Create recurring skating classes
Assign instructors to specific sessions
Manage rink availability
Avoid double bookings or scheduling conflicts
A drag-and-drop calendar, like the one Qest AI offers, makes all this easy. Bonus: real-time updates for instructors and students when changes happen.
2. Online Registration & Booking
Make it easy for students (or their parents) to register for classes, camps, or private lessons online — from any device.
With Qest AI, you can:
Display available skating classes by level or coach
Enable instant sign-up or waitlist options
Accept registrations for both group and private sessions
This helps reduce admin workload and boosts enrollment.
3. Attendance Tracking & Progress Monitoring
Knowing who shows up — and how they’re progressing — is critical for student retention and safety.
Look for software that lets you:
Check in skaters using mobile or kiosk systems
Track attendance and absences
Record notes on skill progress, injuries, or coach feedback
Qest AI gives skating schools the tools to monitor development over time — all in one place.
4. Integrated Billing & Payment Management
You shouldn’t have to chase down payments or juggle spreadsheets. A good skating management system includes:
Recurring payments for memberships
One-time payments for drop-ins or private lessons
Family or group billing support
Automatic invoice generation and receipts
Qest AI supports all major payment types, making it easy for parents to pay — and for you to track everything.
5. Parent & Student Communication Tools
Whether it’s a schedule change, a weather closure, or a progress update — communication is key.
Qest AI allows you to:
Send automated emails or SMS messages
Share class reminders and event notices
Personalize messages based on student level or class group
This strengthens relationships, improves satisfaction, and keeps families engaged with your skating school.
Why Qest AI?
Qest AI was built with multi-discipline facilities in mind — including skating schools and rinks. It combines all the must-have features in a modern, cloud-based dashboard that works across desktop and mobile.
You get the tools, automations, and visibility to scale your skating academy without getting buried in admin tasks.
→ Want to see Qest AI in action for your skating school?
