Taramala

Taramala is designed for quick and easy implementation, especially for small to medium-sized yoga studios. The setup process is streamlined and can typically be completed within a few hours, depending on the studio’s readiness and familiarity with digital tools.

Here’s a step-by-step overview of the implementation process:

1. Sign Up for Free Trial: Begin by registering for Taramala’s two-month free trial on their website.

2. Access the Dashboard: Upon activation, the home page displays a checklist to guide you through initial setup tasks.

3. Configure Studio Settings: Use the “Settings” tab to input studio details, class types, teacher profiles, and payment preferences.

4. Set Up Class Schedules: Create recurring or one-time classes, assign teachers, and define class capacities.

5. Enable Online Payments: Integrate with Square to accept payments for drop-ins, punch cards, subscriptions, and event tickets.

6. Embed Widgets: Add Taramala’s booking and registration widgets to your website using a single line of code.

7. Import Student Data: Upload existing student information via spreadsheet or allow students to self-register.

8. Activate Zoom Integration: Configure Zoom settings so students receive automated links for virtual classes.

9. Customize Notifications: Set up email alerts for class confirmations, cancellations, and waitlist updates.

10. Launch Classes: Begin running classes with automated check-ins and real-time attendance tracking.

Studios can go live within a day, especially if they already have schedules and student data prepared. The platform is built to be intuitive, minimizing the need for technical support during setup.

Taramala offers a moderate level of customization tailored to the needs of yoga studios, particularly in the following areas:

• Pricing Flexibility: Studios can define multiple pricing tiers for drop-ins, punch cards, and subscriptions. For example, you can offer separate rates for students, seniors, or special events

• Custom Class Types: You can create different class formats (e.g., beginner, advanced, prenatal yoga) and assign unique settings to each.

• Event Ticketing: Sell tickets for workshops or retreats with custom pricing and registration flows.

• Website Integration: Widgets can be styled to match your website’s branding, and embedded with minimal coding.

• Gift Cards: Offer both physical and digital gift cards with personalized values and expiration settings.

• Mailchimp Integration: Automatically add new students to segmented mailing lists for targeted communication.

• Custom Notifications: Email templates and timing can be adjusted to suit your studio’s communication style.

• Sliding Scale Payments: Support for flexible pricing models based on student needs or donation-based classes.

• Teacher Substitution: Substitute teachers can manage classes with minimal setup, and students can assist with check-ins.

• Student Account Control: Students can create accounts, manage bookings, and view punch card status independently.

Taramala is known for its transparent and affordable pricing model. There are no setup fees, no hidden maintenance charges, and no extra support costs. The platform offers a flat monthly subscription with two main tiers:

• Basic Plan: $19/month, includes support for discounts and subscriptions. A 1% transaction fee applies to online purchases, but the first $1,000 in purchases are exempt. The maximum monthly charge is capped at $49.

• Standard Plan: $29/month, includes all features such as reporting, waitlists, and teacher app. A 1% transaction fee applies to online purchases, with the first $2,000 exempt. The maximum monthly charge is capped at $59.

Both plans include free email and online support, and users can start with a two-month free trial without needing a credit card.

Taramala provides comprehensive onboarding support designed to help studios get started quickly and confidently. Upon signing up, users are guided through a step-by-step setup checklist on the home dashboard. This includes configuring studio settings, creating class schedules, setting up payments, and embedding widgets into websites.

New users are assigned a dedicated support contact who can assist via email or Zoom sessions. The platform also offers a detailed Help Center with documentation covering setup, scheduling, subscriptions, waivers, discounts, analytics, and more. There are also video tutorials available to walk users through the setup and usage of key features.

Support is ongoing and included in the subscription—there are no additional charges for training or assistance. Users can also reach out directly via the contact form or email for personalized help.

Taramala offers a flat-rate pricing model with no complex tiers, making it easy for studios to scale up or down without financial penalties. Whether a studio adds more classes, teachers, or students, the monthly fee remains predictable. There are two main subscription tiers (Basic and Standard), and users can switch between them as needed. Additionally, there are no setup fees or long-term contracts, so studios can cancel or adjust their plans at any time. This flexibility makes Taramala particularly suitable for growing studios or seasonal operations that need to adapt quickly.

Taramala operates on a subscription-based model with no long-term contracts, making renewal and cancellation straightforward and flexible. Users can subscribe to either the Basic or Standard plan and are billed monthly. There are no setup fees, and users can cancel their subscription at any time without penalty.

The platform offers a two-month free trial, allowing studios to test the software before committing. Payment is managed through the billing tab, where studios can optionally store a card on file for automatic invoicing. If a studio chooses to cancel, they simply stop the subscription via their account settings—there’s no need for formal notice or contract termination procedures.