Fons provides two distinct ways to schedule and manage group-based instruction: Camps Workshops and Group Classes. Understanding the differences will help you choose the best option for your needs. Read on or take a look at our comparison table below.
Camps & Workshops
Camps and Workshops are special events, either single-day or multi-day, that require full commitment upfront.
Billing: Clients must pay 100% upfront; workshops cannot accept package credits or subscriptions—only direct payment of the event cost.
Registration:
Clients who register are automatically enrolled in all days of the event.
Policies: Workshops and camps can have their own custom policies.
Discounts: Coupons can be created and applied.
Publishing Options:
Private: only you can see and add attendees to the class
Internal Only: The event is visible only to your studio’s clients.
Public: Anyone with the link can view and register.
Group Classes
Group classes are recurring lessons for multiple people on a set schedule, with flexible registration and payment options.
Billing: The studio determines what payment methods to accept. A class can be set to allow payment per session, accept package credits, or be covered by a subscription for eligible clients.
Registration:
Clients can sign up for a single session at any point within the series. (ie: drop-in)
Clients cannot self-register for the entire series, but they can register for as many classes within the series as they want.
If they want to be added to every session, they can contact the teacher or studio admin to be enrolled on a recurring basis.
Policies: Group classes use the Studio and cancellation policies set at the organization level
(Settings>Policies)
Publishing Options:
Private: only you can see and add attendees to the class
Internal Only: The class is visible only to your studio’s clients.
Public: Anyone with the link can view and register.
By selecting the right format, you can streamline scheduling and ensure a smooth experience for your studio and clients.
Comparison Table:
Feature | Camps & Workshops | Group Classes |
Purpose | Special events, single or multi-day commitment | Recurring group lessons with a set schedule |
Billing | 100% upfront payment required; no package credits or subscriptions | Flexible: pay per session, package credits, or subscriptions |
Registration | Full enrollment in all event days upon registration | Clients can drop in and register for individual sessions |
Series Registration | Automatic for full event | Full series registration requires admin/teacher assistance |
Policies | Custom event-specific policies allowed | Follows studio's general policies (Settings > Policies) |
Discounts | Coupons can be created and applied | Does not accept coupons but studios can click Do Not Charge for certain students. |
Publishing Options | Private, Internal Only, or Public | Private, Internal Only, or Public |
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