Zen Planner vs Gymdesk

Looking for a Gymdesk Alternative that Supports You From Day One to Maximum Growth?

Zen Planner’s all-in-one platform simplifies daily tasks and maximizes revenue with features that evolve as your business scales.

Fitness management software screenshots on devices.

Zen Planner vs Gymdesk

Looking for a Gymdesk Alternative that Supports You From Day One to Maximum Growth?

Zen Planner’s all-in-one platform simplifies daily tasks and maximizes revenue with features that evolve as your business scales.

Fitness management software screenshots on devices.

Zen Planner vs Gymdesk

Looking for a Gymdesk Alternative that Supports You From Day One to Maximum Growth?

Zen Planner’s all-in-one platform simplifies daily tasks and maximizes revenue with features that evolve as your business scales.

Fitness management software screenshots on devices.

Join Top Fitness Businesses Thriving with Zen Planner

Why Choose Zen Planner? See Why Top Brands Are Making the Switch

Feel Supported

From setup to growth and marketing, Zen Planner’s team guides you every step of the way.

Boost Leads & Member Engagement

Zen Planner Engage is the ultimate all-in-one solution for CRM, Marketing and Member Engagement.

Drive Growth with Insights

Use robust reporting tools to make informed decisions and boost your business.

Track Student Progress

Belt and skill tracking, testing, and curriculum sharing in the member app keep students informed and engaged both in and outside the dojo.

Automate Your Payment Process

Eliminate manual tasks, recover lost revenue and offset operational cost with flex fees.

Customer service dashboard on device.
Marketing automation campaign dashboard on device.
List of fitness management reports on device.
Workout tracking dashboard on device.
Payment dashboard on device.

We spent 1 year assessing 19 different systems before settling on Zen Planner. It’s been really effective in making sure all of our schools are on the same page and helped us out massively with our POS and retail. It’s really saved us about 10-12 hours a week per location.

Dave Kovar

Kovar Martial Arts and Kovar Systems

(On virtual classes) We saw that really boosted their confidence … Being at home in a secure environment, working with their parents one on one, they seemed to excel more in that situation than they did in our classroom.

Kimmer Sebesta-Yoo

Co-Owner/Manager/Instructor at White Tiger Martial Arts

Gym member saving money.

Scalable Pricing to Match Your Growth

Zen Planner offers more overall value than Gymdesk with affordable pricing and a set of comprehensive features to fuel your growth. From customer success and digital marketing services to Zen Planner’s Engage—a complete CRM, marketing, and member engagement solution—you’ll have everything you need to succeed.

Pricing

Join Top Fitness Businesses Thriving with Zen Planner

Why Choose Zen Planner? See Why Top Brands Are Making the Switch

Online fitness scheduling screenshot on device.

Feel Supported

From setup to growth and marketing, Zen Planner’s team guides you every step of the way.

List of fitness management reports on device.

Boost Leads & Member Engagement

Zen Planner Engage is the ultimate all-in-one solution for CRM, Marketing and Member Engagement.

Financial desktop view on device.

Drive Growth with Insights

Use robust reporting tools to make informed decisions and boost your business.

Workout tracking dashboard on device.

Track Student Progress

Belt and skill tracking, testing, and curriculum sharing in the member app keep students informed and engaged both in and outside the dojo.

Marketing automation campaign dashboard on device.

Automate Your Payment Process

Eliminate manual tasks, recover lost revenue and offset operational cost with flex fees.

We spent 1 year assessing 19 different systems before settling on Zen Planner. It’s been really effective in making sure all of our schools are on the same page and helped us out massively with our POS and retail. It’s really saved us about 10-12 hours a week per location.

Dave Kovar

Kovar Martial Arts and Kovar Systems

We spent 1 year assessing 19 different systems before settling on Zen Planner. It’s been really effective in making sure all of our schools are on the same page and helped us out massively with our POS and retail. It’s really saved us about 10-12 hours a week per location.

Dave Kovar

Kovar Martial Arts and Kovar Systems

Gym member saving money.

Scalable Pricing to Match Your Growth

Zen Planner offers more overall value than Gymdesk with affordable pricing and a set of comprehensive features to fuel your growth. From customer success and digital marketing services to Zen Planner’s Engage—a complete CRM, marketing, and member engagement solution—you’ll have everything you need to succeed.

Pricing

Manage Members Conveniently

Seamlessly manage your member’s experience in one place- from registration and billing to tailored communication and self-service

  • Online Scheduling

  • Automated Payments

  • Self-Service Check-ins

  • Track Member Attendance

  • Belt & Skill Tracking

  • Family Management

  • Mobile App, Including Curriculum Sharing

  • And, more!

Member Management

Fitness gym members working out.

Manage Members Conveniently

Seamlessly manage your member’s experience in one place- from registration and billing to tailored communication and self-service

  • Online Scheduling

  • Automated Payments

  • Self-Service Check-ins

  • Track Member Attendance

  • Belt & Skill Tracking

  • Family Management

  • Mobile App, Including Curriculum Sharing

  • And, more!

Member Management

Fitness gym members working out.
Reporting and analytics dashboards.

Leverage Insights to Maximize Performance

Stay informed and take action quickly with industry-leading customizable reports, or choose from predefined options to track your business performance.

  • Customized or 140+ Predefined Reports

  • Simple Exports

  • Automated Notifications

  • Multiple & Single Location View

  • Share Reports Easily

Reporting & Dashboards

Reporting and analytics dashboards.

Leverage Insights to Maximize Performance

Stay informed and take action quickly with industry-leading customizable reports, or choose from predefined options to track your business performance.

  • Customized or 140+ Predefined Reports

  • Simple Exports

  • Automated Notifications

  • Multiple & Single Location View

  • Share Reports Easily

Reporting & Dashboards

Boost Leads, Students & Community

Zen Planner Engage is your all-in-one solution for CRM, marketing, and member engagement, automating outreach to drive growth and increase revenue. Build stronger relationships and enhance your brand with powerful tools for communication and reputation management.

  • Templated Websites

  • Lead Forms

  • Funnel Visibility

  • Blogs

  • 2-way Text & Email*

  • Facebook Messenger

  • Web Chat

  • Reputation Management

  • And more

Zen Planner Engage

Reporting and analytics dashboards.
Reporting and analytics dashboards.

Boost Leads, Students & Community

Zen Planner Engage is your all-in-one solution for CRM, marketing, and member engagement, automating outreach to drive growth and increase revenue. Build stronger relationships and enhance your brand with powerful tools for communication and reputation management.

  • Templated Websites

  • Lead Forms

  • Funnel Visibility

  • Blogs

  • 2-way Text & Email*

  • Facebook Messenger

  • Web Chat

  • Reputation Management

  • And more

Zen Planner Engage

Expand Your Business with Software Designed to Fit Your Needs

Feel supported every step of the
way.

Use robust reporting tools with
actionable insights to grow.

Increase leads and keep your
members booking with you.

Expand Your Business with Software Designed to Fit Your Needs

Feel supported every step of the
way.

Use robust reporting tools with
actionable insights to grow.

Increase leads and keep your
members booking with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gymdesk is a software program that helps gyms and martial arts schools manage their business 

Pros:   

  • Affordability 
  • User-friendly interface 
  • Staff scheduling capabilities 

Cons: 

  • Limited marketing tools, no digital marketing 
  • Limited reporting capabilities 
  • No live support 

Gymdesk is suitable for new gyms or studios with its affordability and user-friendly interface, but it lacks advanced features and customer support necessary for long-term business growth. 

Gymdesk states it’s suitable for any kind of membership-based business. 

Many gyms and martial arts schools start with Gymdesk due to its affordability but switch to Zen Planner as they grow due to limited features and support. Zen Planner automates daily tasks, helps you attract more prospects, and converts them into loyal members. Plus, our customer success team is dedicated to supporting your business goals. 

The biggest difference between Gymdesk and Zen Planner is the revenue potential. Zen Planner’s integrated digital marketing tools and all-in-one CRM, marketing, and member management solution let you automate tasks and focus more on the mat, rather than juggling multiple third-party tools and manual campaigns. 

Gymdesk starts at $75/month with basic features, but Zen Planner Studio offers superior value at $99/month. Zen Planner includes 1:1 onboarding support, advanced appointment capabilities, belt and skill tracking, family management, share curriculums, automated payments, recovery service, enhanced reporting, and more sophisticated features to drive your business forward. 

Learn more about Zen Planner pricing. 

Switching to Zen Planner from Gymdesk is seamless with our dedicated support team guiding you every step of the way. 

With Zen Planner, you’ll never feel like you’re on your own. Our full onboarding support ensures you’re set up for success from day one. 

While Gymdesk offers basic scheduling and member management, Zen Planner provides specialized features tailored to martial arts studios. Zen Planner includes industry-specific tools like belt and skill tracking, curriculum sharing, family management and advanced capabilities designed to support your growth. Although Gymdesk has martial arts features, they aren’t as comprehensive. 

Founded in 2006 by a martial arts school owner, Zen Planner has deep roots in the industry. We continue to partner with leading names such as Duane Ludwig, Dave Kovar, and many Gracie Barra gyms, ensuring our features meet the needs of top martial arts schools. 

Founded in 2006 by a martial arts school owner, Zen Planner has deep roots in the industry. We continue to partner with leading names such as Duane Ludwig, Dave Kovar, and many Gracie Barra gyms, ensuring our features meet the needs of top martial arts schools. 

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