Apr 16, 2025
Running a skating rink is more than keeping the ice smooth — it’s about managing bookings, events, lessons, rentals, and staff while delivering a top-notch experience to skaters and families.
If your current process relies on spreadsheets, sticky notes, or a patchwork of disconnected tools, it’s time to upgrade. With the right technology, you can simplify operations, reduce chaos, and grow your rink’s business.
Here’s how Qest AI helps skating rinks operate more efficiently with a modern, all-in-one platform.
1. Centralized Scheduling for Classes, Rentals & Events
Whether you're scheduling figure skating classes, open skate sessions, or private rink rentals, a digital calendar is a must.
Qest AI allows you to:
Manage multiple programs and rink areas
Set recurring events (e.g. “Friday Night Skate”)
Avoid double-booking with real-time visibility
Let staff access their schedules instantly
This makes coordination smoother for everyone — from front desk to facility manager.
2. Online Booking for Skaters and Families
People want to book on their terms — from home, on their phones, anytime.
With Qest AI:
Students can register for group or private classes
Parents can book birthday parties or holiday camps
Skaters can reserve slots for open skate or public sessions
Everything syncs to your master calendar and reduces manual entry.
3. Automated Payment & Membership Management
Say goodbye to chasing checks and manually logging transactions.
Qest AI supports:
Auto-billing for monthly rink memberships
One-time payments for events and rentals
Family accounts with combined billing
Secure payment integrations (Stripe, etc.)
Plus, the system sends automatic invoices and receipts — making your business look professional and polished.
4. Staff & Instructor Coordination
Between skating coaches, event hosts, and rental staff — scheduling can get messy.
With Qest AI, you can:
Assign staff to events or shifts
Allow instructors to track their own classes
Send alerts about cancellations or time changes
Everyone stays in the loop — without a single text thread.
5. Customizable Reporting & Insights
You can’t improve what you don’t track. Qest AI provides real-time analytics on:
Revenue by service (classes vs rentals)
Attendance trends
Staff workload
Booking history and capacity
These insights help you make smarter decisions about staffing, pricing, and scheduling.
6. Customer Communication and Retention
Keep your skaters coming back by:
Sending event reminders
Offering referral programs
Automating birthday greetings
Notifying parents of new class openings
Qest AI handles this through built-in messaging and CRM features.
Final Thoughts
Technology doesn’t just streamline your skating rink — it transforms it. By moving to a centralized system like Qest AI, you gain efficiency, visibility, and peace of mind while delivering a better experience for your skaters and staff.
→ Ready to modernize your skating rink with Qest AI?
