Akada Software 2025 updates helped dance studios level up with new messaging, simpler pricing, and improved tools. As we wrap another fast-paced year in the dance studio world, we love taking a moment to reflect on how we’ve helped power your studio wins.
From upgraded tools to new ways to connect with your families, 2025 was all about elevating your studio experience. We’re wrapping up 2025 with a look back at the features you loved, the updates that shaped your day-to-day, and a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2026.
This year, we had some significant updates:
New $60 Pricing. No Tiers. Full Transparency.
We introduced our new $60 flat-rate pricing for every feature—no matter your studio size. One simple, transparent plan gives every studio full access to everything Akada offers. No tiers. No locked features. No surprises.
Most cloud-based software reserves their best tools for their highest-paying customers. At Akada, we reimagined pricing to make running your studio easier and more equitable. One straightforward price means complete access for every studio, whether you’re just getting started or continuing to grow.
Akada Messages & Two-Way Messaging
Our newest feature this year was Akada Messages, providing studios with a more efficient way to connect with dancers and their families.
This included:
- Two-way messaging for faster responses and personal connections
- Organized individual and broadcast messaging threads in app
- Fewer missed updates and emails in your inbox
Clear and simple communication can take your studio and community to the next level, and you showed us just how essential this feature is. Studios are loving Akada Messages.
New Stripe Payment Processing Option
We added Stripe as an additional processing option, giving studios more flexibility and competitive transaction fees.
Studios who switched enjoyed:
- Faster deposits for your studio
- Transparent pricing at 3.5% + $0.30 per transaction
- Smoother, secure checkout experience for families
More control. More savings. More money back into your studio
A Fresh, User-Friendly Dashboard & UI Overhaul
This year we began redesigning Akada Software to make it cleaner, faster, and simpler.
The updated interfaces brought:
- A more intuitive and user-friendly experience
- Faster access to important information to save you time
- Customizable dashboard to prioritize your view
You told us what would make your studio workflows easier, and we’re continuing to build exactly that.
Launched Akada Studio & Akada Portal Apps
Parents and staff rely on Akada Portal and Akada Studio apps daily, so we released updates to improve usability, performance, and reliability.
These new apps helped studio owners:
- Run your studio from anywhere
- Easily track class schedules, record attendance
- Communicate with customers through two-way messages
- Improve the overall experience for dancers and families
From communication improvements to financial flexibility and refined technology, 2025 was a year of leveling up. And we’re only getting started…
Looking Ahead: Your 2026 with Akada
2025 was filled with momentum, and in 2026, we’re building on it. We’re introducing a redesigned calendar and scheduling experience, along with new tools to better support competition teams and private lessons. These additions are designed to make your studio operations simpler, smoother, and more intuitive.
You’ll also see ongoing platform enhancements throughout the year, including workflow improvements, UI refinements, and performance upgrades — all focused on helping you run your studio with confidence. Thank you for partnering with us as we continue to serve you, just as we have since 1994. We’ll keep listening, and we’ll keep improving.
If you’re interested in Akada or want to learn more, start your free 30-day trial or book a demo.
