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Migration Guide

How to Switch from Hapana to VERVE Pulse

Complete migration guide -- move your members, billing, and data with zero disruption. Most migrations go live within 48 hours of us receiving your export. Concierge migration is $990, waived on annual plans.

Why Gym Owners Switch from Hapana

Hapana is built for boutique, franchise, and multi-site fitness brands, and it has real traction with well-known names in that space. But a few things about how it's priced and packaged push some owners to look elsewhere.

Base pricing isn't published

Hapana doesn't publish its base subscription pricing. You need to book a demo to get a quote, across three per-location tiers (Basic, Premium, Pro). That makes it hard to compare costs upfront or budget with confidence before a sales conversation.

Failed payments and chargebacks carry published fees

Hapana's published fee schedule includes a $2.50 fee per failed payment and a $25 fee per chargeback, on top of card-not-present processing at roughly 2.9-3.0% + $0.30 and ACH at 1.0% + $0.40. Those per-incident fees add up as your membership base grows.

AI is gated to the top tier

"Hapana AI" is only available on the Pro tier. Gyms on Basic or Premium don't get access to it, and there's no published free trial to test it either, only a demo.

Door access is an add-on

Hapana's Access module (door entry) is sold as an add-on rather than bundled into the core platform.

What You Gain with VERVE Pulse

Switching from Hapana to VERVE Pulse trades an opaque, demo-gated pricing model for transparent AUD pricing with smart automation included from day one.

1

Published pricing, no demo required

Three plans, published upfront: Core $199, Grow $349, Pro $549 (+GST), each with active members included. No sales call needed to find out what you'll pay.

2

Smart automation on every plan

Churn prediction and an AI business coach are included from Core, not gated to a top tier you have to earn your way into.

3

A real 30-day free trial

Full access to the platform for 30 days, not a sales demo. Test it with your own data before you commit.

4

Native equipment tracking

Log every machine, automate maintenance schedules, track warranties, and forecast replacements. Built in, not a separate module.

5

Door access without the add-on tax

Pulse integrates with Kisi for door access control as part of the same platform running your billing, marketing, and reporting.

Step-by-Step Migration Guide

Hapana's export tools give you a clean starting point for your member data. Most migrations go live within 48 hours of us receiving your export.

Export your data from Hapana

Log in to Hapana and export your contacts to CSV. Download the Membership Details report from your dashboard, per Hapana's own help documentation.

Sign up for your VERVE Pulse account

Create your free account at vervepulse.io. The 30-day trial gives you full access to every feature, including AI automation that Hapana gates to its top tier. Your dedicated onboarding specialist contacts you within 24 hours to plan the migration.

Import your member data

Upload your Hapana CSV exports into VERVE Pulse. The import tool automatically maps member fields including names, contact details, membership types, and billing information. Your onboarding specialist verifies accuracy against your export.

Set up your classes and schedules

Build your class schedule in Pulse. Add class types, assign instructors, set times and capacity. Set up recurring patterns and Pulse generates the full calendar.

Configure billing, payments and door access

Connect Stripe, Square, or your preferred payment processor. Create membership plans with transparent pricing. If you use door access, set up the Kisi integration.

Test with your team

Run Pulse alongside Hapana during your 30-day trial. Process check-ins, book classes, and test billing through Pulse. Confirm everything works smoothly before you commit.

Go live and notify members

Switch to VERVE Pulse as your primary platform. Send member notifications about the new app and any changes. Cancel your Hapana subscription.

What Transfers and What Doesn't

Here is what moves from Hapana to VERVE Pulse and what needs fresh setup.

Data TypeTransfer StatusNotes
Member profilesFull transferVia contacts CSV export
Membership typesFull transferPlan names, pricing, billing frequency
Billing historyPartialExport the Membership Details report for records; new billing starts in Pulse
Class schedulesManual setupRecreated in Pulse; typically under 1 hour
Marketing listsFull transferVia CSV export into Pulse marketing tools
Historical reportsExport and saveDownload the Membership Details report before cancelling
Door access configNew setupConfigured fresh via Pulse's Kisi integration
Staff accountsNew setupCreate staff profiles with permissions in Pulse

Migration Timeline

Hapana doesn't publish its own migration or onboarding timeline. Most Pulse migrations go live within 48 hours of us receiving your export.

Day 1
Data export and Pulse account setup
Within 48 hrs
Import, billing, and schedule setup complete
Trial period
Team testing and parallel operation
Go live
Switch over and notify members

This timeline assumes a single-location gym. Multi-location operations may need extra time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I lose any data switching from Hapana?

No. Core member data transfers via CSV import. Hapana's help docs describe exporting a contacts CSV and a membership details report. Export everything you want to keep before cancelling.

Can I run both Hapana and VERVE Pulse during the transition?

Yes. The 30-day free trial lets you run both platforms side by side. Hapana itself does not publish a free trial, only a demo, so Pulse's trial gives you a real hands-on comparison before you commit.

How long does migration from Hapana take?

Most migrations go live within 48 hours of us receiving your data export, with zero downtime. Hapana does not publish its own migration or onboarding timeline.

Do you offer migration support?

Yes. VERVE Pulse offers a $990 concierge migration service, waived if you bill annually, and free with a qualifying VERVE Fitness gym fit-out. A dedicated onboarding specialist handles the entire process.

Is VERVE Pulse more expensive than Hapana?

Hard to say. Hapana does not publish its base subscription pricing; you have to book a demo for a quote. VERVE Pulse starts at $199/month +GST, published upfront, with AI automation included on every plan. Hapana's published fee schedule includes a $2.50 failed-payment fee and a $25 chargeback fee per incident, and its AI features are gated to the top Pro tier.

Ready to switch from Hapana?

Start your free 30-day trial and our team will help you migrate everything. No risk, no lock-in, no disruption.

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