School software

[Cliff Hargrave]

Any suggestions?

I am creating a MS Access database with my students, but I would like to have a really cool martial arts software program that doesn't costs $1000 and doesn't require a computer degree to operate.

[Abbax8]

I'm not aware of any Cliff but the Boy Scouts have a program available that's designed to keep track of names and rank advancement, it's called MacScouter I think. I've never used it but it may be adaptable to your needs.

Peace

Dennis

[DragonMind]

Haven't tried it but the price is right...

http://www.sharewareconnection.com/download-bluesmart-from-sharecon.html

[Cliff Hargrave]

That looked pretty cool, but it was a 30 day trial. The real version is $500-$700.

[TonyU]

That looked pretty cool, but it was a 30 day trial. The real version is $500-$700.
Bah, one Black Belt club contract will cover that with money to spare.

[Cliff Hargrave]

Bah, one Black Belt club contract will cover that with money to spare.

I am thinking Soke Club contracts. That is where the big money is....

[TonyU]

I am thinking Soke Club contracts. That is where the big money is....
Well there you go. You're much more experienced in these matters than I. :notworthy:

[Brandon Fisher]

I use Martial Arts Organizer and it works great for me: http://www.martialartsorganizer.com

[mvoncannon]

Cliff,

I have been using Access for a few years now. I did what you did, though over time I modified it. It is now indispensible to me.

[Cliff Hargrave]

It looks like I will using Access for awhile until I build up some funds. All of the "cool" software seems to be extremely expensive. I have some friends that are smart enough to modify my Access filters to get what I want.

[mvoncannon]

I have mine in a blank format. It is not super current, report wise. What do you need to get started?

[MAU]

Cliff,

true- there are lots of packages that cost a fortune and they are not that great. I found a great package that has everything you need to manage a school.

Free upgrades, network-able, you can install several instances. I have a couple of instances myself- one for my Ryukyu Kempo and one for Taekwondo.

Only $189

http://www.cabinsoftware.com/StudioMAManager.htm

[karateguy]

what did everyone end up using.. We are currently in the process of developing such a software.. I would love to hear about what you like/hate about the software you are currently using.. What are some of the things you would like to see in a school software.. feel free to pm or email me..

[JWhiteSensei]

Since reading this, I'm on my 30 free trial of the Martial Arts Organizer. I'm still up in the air as to what I think of it. It's a bit complicated to use at least at first. Of course I'm a "low tech" kind of guy to begin with.

Can anyone tell me how much I can expect to pay for it if I decide to keep it?

[karateguy]

We are working on developing an app.. I would like to hear what you guys would like in a software package..

[championsway]

Hi Cliff - Don't know if you've made a decision on software yet since starting this thread but if you are still in limbo I'd love to invite you to try our ChampionsWay software. We can schedule a free product tour for you and a free trial as well!

Give us a search!