SubPro Journal

Field
Notes.

What we learn running subscription video platforms for grappling instructors — retention, pricing, filming, and the craft of teaching online. Written by the team that builds SubPro.

Volume 01 · Est. 2026
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2026-07-066 min readLaunching

Why we recommend 50 videos before you launch

A subscription is a promise of depth. Here's the thinking behind the number we give every applicant, what actually counts as a video, and why most instructors already have the material without knowing it.

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In progressPricing

Pricing your subscription: the math nobody shows you

Members, churn, and why a smaller library at a fair price beats a giant one priced on hope.

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In progressFilming

Filming instructionals with one camera and no crew

The minimum setup that produces footage your members will actually drill from.