Imagine going to the movies without paying for your ticket upfront, just waiting for an invoice afterward. Sounds strange, right? Yet, many sports clubs still use post-registration billing, even though online and mobile payments are now everyday conveniences.

Why should your club switch to upfront payments during registration?

Here are five great reasons:

1. Payment boosts commitment 

When participants pay immediately upon registration, they’re more committed to showing up. Free events often attract sign-ups without serious intent to attend. Upfront payment strengthens commitment and reduces no-shows, especially among new members.

2. Club funds are secured before expenses 

Collecting fees at registration ensures that your club has the funds to cover expenses like coach salaries, venue rentals, and other critical costs. With money already in the bank, the club can pay bills on time without worrying about running out of funds by the end of the season. Plus, having fees upfront makes budgeting much easier.

3. Less administrative work 

Post-event billing means extra admin tasks: sending invoices, tracking payments, and handling collections. Upfront payments streamline everything. And if your club’s management system integrates with accounting tools like Procountor or Netvisor, payments are automatically matched to the right place in your bookkeeping.

4. Easier to offer discounts and promotions

With upfront payments, clubs can run early-bird discounts or promotional campaigns to encourage early sign-ups. For example, in Suomisport, discount codes are a popular way to attract participants while managing payments smoothly.

5. Flexible payment options for members

Just like in online stores, people want to choose how they pay. Through Suomisport, club fees can be paid via all major methods — from mobile payments to installment plans. No matter the payment method, the club receives the funds immediately.

Did you know that Suomisport offers comprehensive tools to handle your club’s payments?