Introducing Group Chat in the Zen Planner Mobile App

Product blog
By Mike Wuest
PublishedMay 9, 2025
Zen Planner Engage mobile app showing group chat interface

What's New – Group Chat in the Mobile App

You can now start Group Chats directly inside the Zen Planner Engage mobile app to keep your community connected and informed.

Where to Find It:
Zen Planner Engage Mobile App → Conversations → “+” (New Chat) → Group Chat

This feature helps your coaches, front-desk team, and members stay on the same page—without relying on external messaging apps.. 


Why It Matters

Unified Communication, Less Back-and-Forth

  • Unified Communication: Keep class announcements, schedule updates, or promotions in a single thread.
  • Improved Engagement: Quickly communicate with staff or targeted member groups.
  • Less Back-and-Forth: Fewer missed messages or repeated announcements.

Benefit to Gyms

Instantly connect members for accountability or share urgent updates—like a class cancellation—without juggling multiple messaging channels.

Use Cases You Can Start With Today

  • Announce last-minute class cancellations or schedule changes
  • Run challenge chats to boost engagement and accountability
  • Welcome and orient new members with a starter group
  • Centralize coach and staff updates in one thread

Visual Walkthrough

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Switching is Simple

Move your gym to Zen Planner without the headaches

Step 1

Meet your specialist

We map out your gym or studio's setup and handle the details for you.

Step 2

Your data moves seamlessly

We migrate everything behind the scenes with no lost payments or member disruption.

Step 3

Launch with confidence

Your system is set up, your staff is trained, and your fitness studio management software runs smoothly from day one.