Recreation & Sports InstructionScheduling & Dispatch4HighOwner$ implied
Surf school owner spends hours each evening manually messaging instructors to fill lesson slots because instructors work for multiple schools and need to choose shifts dynamically.
Existing scheduling systems don't handle dynamic, short-notice shift claiming by instructors who work for multiple employers, nor integrate with existing POS for deposits/cancellation fees.
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Opp. Score
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Severity
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Willingness to Pay
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Added
May 12, 2026
Workarounds Described
- spends every evening messaging instructors individually via WhatsApp to check availability
- instructors work for multiple schools and manually coordinate via text
Implied Software Gaps
- Automated shift posting and claiming system with instructor availability synced across multiple schools
- Online booking with deposit and cancellation fee collection linked to existing POS
App Concept
ShiftSurf Pro
ShiftSurf Pro is a mobile-first scheduling and dispatch platform for surf schools and similar adventure businesses. Instructors can set availability and claim open shifts, while owners post lessons and manage deposits/cancellation fees via existing POS integration. No more evening WhatsApp chaos.
Key Features
- Instructors set weekly availability and claim open lesson slots via app
- Online booking for customers with deposits and late cancellation fees
- Integration with existing POS/payment systems
- Mobile-friendly with WhatsApp notifications
Target Users: Surf school owners and adventure tour operators with multiple instructors who work freelance across different businesses.
Revenue Model: Freemium for up to 5 instructors, $29/mo per location for unlimited instructors, plus optional POS integration fee
Existing Solutions Mentioned
WhatsApp
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