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The Affordable, UK-Built iClassPro Alternative for Studios & Academies

Avoid expensive US dollar subscriptions and steep per-student price tiers. SmartBookings gives UK gymnastics academies, swim schools, and dance studios powerful term scheduling and registers from just £15/mo with zero commission.

Direct Merchant Integration Zero Vendor Lock-In 100% UK Based & Supported
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Key System Facts & Overview (At a Glance)

Commission Rate:
0% Booking Commission (Keep 100% of Revenue)
Monthly Pricing Structure:
Flat subscriptions: £15 (100 bookings) • £35 (500 bookings) • £65 (Unlimited)
Core Alternative to iClassPro | SmartBookings UK Capabilities:
Flat-rate monthly plans saving UK operators £150 to £1,200+ per month by eliminating per-ticket percentage commission deductions.
💳 Direct Integrations: Stripe, Square, DOJO, SumUp, WorldPay, Clover & 12+ UK gateways
🇬🇧 100% UK Hosted & Supported (Contact Us)

Escape Heavy US Dollar Subscriptions & Complex Software Portals

iClassPro is a prominent international platform for children's activity centres, gymnastics clubs, and swim schools. However, its pricing starts at an expensive US dollar base rate ($129+/month) and scales aggressively as your student enrolment grows. Coupled with a complex back-office interface and US-centric payment workflows, many independent UK studio owners find themselves paying for bloated features they rarely use.

SmartBookings provides an intuitive, UK-tailored class and club booking platform on an affordable flat subscription model.

Why UK Gymnastics, Swim & Dance Clubs Switch to SmartBookings

  • Predictable Flat UK Pricing: Avoid high currency conversions and student headcount penalties. Plans start from just £15/month with zero booking commission.
  • Direct Integration with UK Merchant Gateways: Connect directly to DOJO, Stripe, Square, Clover, and WorldPay for fast next-day payouts directly into your UK bank account.
  • Frictionless Mobile Parent Checkout: Give parents a smooth, 2-minute booking experience on their smartphones with Apple Pay and Google Pay support.
  • UK-Based Technical Support: Speak with real UK support specialists rather than waiting for overseas time zones to reply to support tickets.

Everything Your Academy Needs to Run Smoothly

  • Term Blocks & Flexible Drop-In Booking: Run structured 10- or 12-week course blocks alongside pay-as-you-go drop-in slots for trial sessions.
  • Automated Sibling & Multi-Class Discounts: Reward committed families with automated sibling and multi-session discount rules at checkout.
  • Live Mobile Registers & Medical Alerts: Ensure coaches have instant access to emergency phone numbers, allergy alerts, and attendance trackers on the gym floor or poolside.
  • Holiday Camp & Workshop Bookings: Seamlessly offer school holiday activity camps, masterclasses, and competition entry bookings from the same central diary.
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Transparent Comparison Matrix

SmartBookings vs. iClassPro

See how our flat-rate UK software compares to traditional percentage-based booking platforms.

Booking Commission Rate

SmartBookings UK
0% Commission (Keep 100%)
iClassPro
3.5% – 7% per ticket + fee

Monthly Pricing Model

SmartBookings UK
Flat £15, £35, or £65 / month
iClassPro
Scales heavily as revenue grows

UK Merchant Account Choice

SmartBookings UK
Choice of 18+ UK PSPs (DOJO, Stripe, Square, Clover, etc.)
iClassPro
Locked into single proprietary gateway

Payout Settlement Speed

SmartBookings UK
Direct to your bank (often next-day)
iClassPro
Weekly or delayed platform payouts

UK Postcode Delivery Tiers

SmartBookings UK
Built-in automatic mileage calculation
iClassPro
Requires paid add-on or unsupported

Soft Play & Role Play Tools

SmartBookings UK
Capacity caps, party deposits & reset buffers
iClassPro
Basic generic calendar only

Dedicated UK Specialist Support

SmartBookings UK
UK technical team via Direct Online Portal & Email
iClassPro
Overseas email-only ticketing

Contract Agreement

SmartBookings UK
Rolling monthly • Cancel anytime
iClassPro
Annual lock-ins & exit penalties
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UK Operator FAQs & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear, factual answers to help you evaluate and scale with SmartBookings.

How does SmartBookings compare to iClassPro's subscription fees?

iClassPro starts at $129 USD per month base plus additional charges for student count tiers, add-ons, and payment processing markups. SmartBookings provides flat pricing from £15/month with zero per-student penalties and 0% booking commission.

Is SmartBookings tailored specifically for UK sports and dance clubs?

Yes. SmartBookings operates natively in GBP, connects with 18+ UK merchant accounts (such as DOJO, Stripe, Square, and WorldPay), and provides UK-based support.

Can coaches manage live digital attendance registers on poolside or in the gym?

Yes. Coaches can pull up mobile-optimised class registers on any tablet or smartphone, checking off attendance and viewing medical notes with a single tap.

Can I manage term block renewals and sibling discounts?

Yes. Set up structured term enrolments, drop-in sessions, automated sibling discount rules, and priority renewal emails for existing students.

Are parents locked into complex US-centric parent portals?

No. Parents enjoy a fast, modern, mobile-responsive checkout widget embedded directly on your club website with instant Apple Pay and Google Pay support.

Have a specific question about your booking setup? Contact our UK team directly.

Need step-by-step setup guides? Browse the SmartBookings Documentation Portal ↗ with user guides for tickets, hires, and payment gateways.

Transparent & Flexible Pricing

Choose the best pricing for you

You can change your plan or leave us at any time.

Starter

Ideal for startups, solo operators and emerging businesses.

£15 Per Month
0% Commission on bookings
  • 100 bookings per month
  • 0% commission on all bookings
  • Up to 10 services or resources
  • Access to all features and integrations
  • Direct payment gateway connections (Stripe, Square, DOJO)
  • Automated booking emails & reminders
  • Standard UK support
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Standard

Our most popular plan for established and growing businesses.

£35 Per Month
0% Commission on bookings
  • 500 bookings per month
  • 0% commission on all bookings
  • Up to 50 services or resources
  • Access to all features and integrations
  • Direct merchant account integration
  • Customer portal & automated marketing tools
  • Standard UK support
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Ultimate

Designed for high-volume businesses and multi-service operations.

£65 Per Month
0% Commission on bookings
  • Unlimited bookings per month
  • 0% commission on all bookings
  • Unlimited services or resources
  • Access to all features and integrations
  • Priority support and feature requests
  • Full branded booking portal & website widgets
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All plans include access to all features and UK payment integrations. Zero hidden transaction markups.

18+ Direct Payment Integrations

Plug In Your Preferred Payment Provider

Direct API connections to all major UK and global payment gateways. No forced intermediaries, no extra transaction markups. Your money goes directly into your bank account.

ST
Global Leader

Stripe

Seamless online card processing, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and instant payouts.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay Direct API
SQ
In-Person & Online

Square

Unified in-person card readers and online booking checkouts in one simple system.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay Direct API
SU
Low Cost

SumUp

Compact card readers and low transaction fees for mobile and independent operators.

💳 All major UK credit & debit cards Direct API
WO
UK Enterprise

WorldPay

The UK's largest payment processor with enterprise-grade stability and custom rates.

💳 Global & UK card networks Direct API
DO
Next-Day Settlement

DOJO

Lightning-fast next-day payouts (even on weekends) and sleek modern payment terminals.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Mobile Wallets Direct API
OP
Trusted UK Gateway

OPAYO (formerly Sage Pay)

Industry-standard UK payment gateway with top-tier anti-fraud screening.

💳 All UK debit & credit cards Direct API
CL
POS & Online

Clover

Integrated Point of Sale hardware and online booking payment gateway.

💳 Major international cards & contactless Direct API
GL
Global Scale

Global Payments

Worldwide payment technology services for high-volume transactions.

💳 Multicurrency card processing Direct API
CY
A Visa Solution

CyberSource

Sophisticated fraud management and multi-currency payment acceptance.

💳 Worldwide credit & debit cards Direct API
CA
White-Label Gateway

Cardstream

Independent payment gateway connecting businesses to multiple merchant acquirers.

💳 All major card schemes Direct API
FI
Competitive Rates

First Payments

Bespoke UK merchant account packages designed for small and medium businesses.

💳 UK credit and debit cards Direct API
HA
Small Business

Handepay

Transparent UK merchant services with simple fee structures and no hidden charges.

💳 Contactless, chip & pin, online Direct API
RE
High Growth

Retail Merchant Services (RMS)

Tailored card payment solutions and business membership benefits.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, Maestro Direct API
OP
Omnichannel

Optomany

Next-generation payment acceptance across physical, mobile, and online channels.

💳 All major debit & credit schemes Direct API
PA
UK Card Processing

PayZone

Affordable card machines and online payment gateways across the UK.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, contactless Direct API
SA
Secure Gateway

SafePay

Bank-grade encrypted online transactions with high fraud protection.

💳 International and domestic cards Direct API
EL
Acquiring Bank

Elavon

Global merchant acquirer offering reliable, secure processing for online bookings.

💳 Global cards and regional payment methods Direct API
TA
Personalized Service

TakePayments

Dedicated UK account managers and flexible merchant agreements for local businesses.

💳 All UK debit and credit cards Direct API

Have an existing merchant account or terminal?

Keep your current rates, negotiated fees, and existing hardware. We hook straight into your setup with zero disruption. View our Payment Gateway Setup Guides ↗ for step-by-step instructions.

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Zero Vendor Lock-in Payment Gateways
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