User Personas
Parent Personas
1. Busy Professional Parent
"I need to find activities quickly and book without hassle"
- Demographics: 30-45, dual-income household, 1-3 children
- Goals: Find quality activities, manage schedules efficiently
- Pain Points: Limited time, overwhelmed by options, coordinating multiple kids
- Behavior: Mobile-first, values reviews, books during commute/lunch
2. Research-Driven Parent
"I want to know everything before I commit"
- Demographics: 28-40, often first-time parent
- Goals: Find the "best" activity for their child's development
- Pain Points: Analysis paralysis, trust concerns, wants guarantees
- Behavior: Reads all reviews, compares multiple options, asks questions
3. Budget-Conscious Parent
"I want quality activities my family can afford"
- Demographics: Varied, single or dual income
- Goals: Affordable enrichment, value for money
- Pain Points: Hidden costs, feeling priced out
- Behavior: Filters by price, looks for deals, values transparency
Provider Personas
1. Solo Instructor / Coach
"I love teaching but hate the admin work"
- Demographics: Individual teacher, coach, or tutor
- Goals: Fill classes, reduce no-shows, get paid on time
- Pain Points: Marketing, scheduling conflicts, payment collection
- Behavior: Needs simple tools, values automation
2. Small Studio Owner
"I want to grow but can't afford a marketing team"
- Demographics: 1-5 employees, local business
- Goals: Increase enrollment, build reputation, manage staff
- Pain Points: Competition with big chains, limited marketing budget
- Behavior: Active in community, values local presence
3. Franchise / Multi-Location
"I need to manage multiple locations efficiently"
- Demographics: 5+ locations, established brand
- Goals: Consistent experience, centralized management
- Pain Points: Coordination across locations, brand consistency
- Behavior: Needs robust tools, values data and analytics
How We Serve Each Persona
| Persona | Key Features |
|---|---|
| Busy Professional | Quick search, one-tap booking, calendar sync |
| Research-Driven | Detailed profiles, reviews, Q&A |
| Budget-Conscious | Price filters, transparent pricing, deals |
| Solo Instructor | Simple dashboard, automated reminders |
| Small Studio | Marketing tools, review collection, insights |
| Franchise | Multi-location management, analytics |
These personas guide our product decisions and prioritization.