How MAAT pays itself

How MAAT Pays for Itself in Just a Few Months

Key Takeaways (TL;DR)

• Automating billing and reminders can prevent revenue leakage
• Tracking attendance helps reduce cancellations and spot disengaged members
• Streamlining admin tasks saves valuable time each week
• Enhancing the member experience supports long-term retention

Introduction

Running a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or combat sports academy isn't just about teaching technique, it's also a business. From membership renewals to class scheduling and payment tracking, admin tasks can consume hours each week.

Unfortunately, many gyms rely on manual processes or generic software not built for combat sports, resulting in revenue leakage, time loss, and a poor member experience.

While most gym management software can automate payments and simplify scheduling, not every platform is built with the specific needs of combat sports in mind. MAAT is one such platform designed with these challenges at its core.

Here's how a purpose-built solution like MAAT can deliver tangible returns within just a few months.

1. Stops Revenue Leakage from Missed Payments

The Problem:

Many gyms lose money every month due to late renewals, manual payment tracking, and members training without active subscriptions.

How Software Helps:

• Automated Billing: Recurring payments reduce manual follow-up.
• Payment Reminders: Keep members informed of due dates.
• Real-Time Tracking: Highlight overdue accounts for fast action.

MAAT-Specific Advantages:

• Tailored alerts and dashboards designed for BJJ/MMA workflows.
• Accept all payment types (SEPA/BACS, Debit/Credit Card, Digital Wallet).

"I thought I had control over my academy until a guy came to me and said, 'I couldn’t pay you last month, so I’m paying for both that and this month.' And I thought, this guy is honest but how many others haven’t paid me in the past without saying anything?"

says Rodolfo from ROM Jiu Jitsu

2. Increases Retention by Keeping Active Students Engaged

The Problem:

Empty classes and disengaged students are a leading cause of churn.

While some systems focus on win-back campaigns, in BJJ the real priority is keeping motivated students consistent in their training.

How Software Helps:

• Attendance Tracking: Identify training patterns and spot disengagement early.
• Class Booking: Reinforces routine and commitment.

MAAT-Specific Advantages:

• Leaderboards : Keeps engaged students motivated
• Belt and Stripes Tracking

In combat sports, retention is about reinforcing the journey. MAAT’s leaderboard and belt progression system help students feel progress and stay involved. Rather than recovering lost students, it supports the ones who are already showing up—so they keep showing up.

"Everyone’s hyped. A lot of people are training more than they did before using MAAT."

says Otto from Willi Jiu Jitsu

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👉Learn more about this topic at the article "How MAAT’s Leaderboard Keeps BJJ Students Coming Back"

3. Saves 5+ Hours of Admin Work Weekly

The Problem:

Spreadsheets, manual reports, and scattered communication waste valuable time.

How Software Helps:

• Unified Dashboard: Consolidates admin tasks.
• Automated Messaging: Reduces manual outreach.
• Custom Reports: Speeds up decision-making.

MAAT-Specific Advantages:

• Interface designed specifically for BJJ and MMA operations.

MAAT allows me to spend less time doing paperwork and more time doing what I love, which is staying on the mat and teaching.

says Federico Tisi from Tribe Jiu Jitsu

4. Creates a Seamless Member Experience

The Problem:

When students struggle with booking, payments, or understanding their progress, they’re more likely to quit.

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Why MAAT helps

• Mobile App Access: Streamlines booking and payments.
• Belt Progression Tracking: Keeps students motivated.
• Notifications: Improve engagement and communication.

MAAT is designed specifically for BJJ and MMA environments with belt and stripe tracking, leaderboards, and gamified engagement, everything is done to create the best possible experience both for the Gym Owner and the students

My students love using MAAT

says Samuel from Mataró BJJ

Conclusion: MAAT is an Investment, Not an Expense

Automating admin, collecting payments, and improving member communication are benefits any gym software can offer.

But for academies in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and combat sports, the specific needs go deeper: progress tracking, belt promotions, culturally relevant support, and intuitive workflows.

MAAT was built with these requirements in mind.

For gym owners seeking software that doesn't just manage the business but strengthens it, MAAT offers a clear edge.

Ready to simplify your gym’s operations?

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👉 Book a Free Demo and see how MAAT works for your academy.

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