9 REASONS TO LOVE OUR NEW APP
Well, the cat’s out of the bag… we’ve got a new app!
It’s one more upgrade we’re making to help improve the digital experience here at bodē nyc. At the beginning of the pandemic you’ll remember we made the quick pivot (just about overnight!) to a Live Stream schedule. Then in July we launched a new website (don’t you just love it?!) as well as our On-Demand platform (are you a subscriber?). All of that was done to better serve you. Keeping our community together — even in a socially-distanced kind of way — during this difficult time has been our number one priority. And what is a yoga studio without an actual studio?
Just like you, we’ve spent the last 9 months searching for an answer.
We believe it’s all about the practice, maintaining a daily routine. Finding a way to return to the mat day after day is particularly important. We understand it’s sometimes easier said than done — especially now — but we’re trying to make your lives just a little bit easier. Surprisingly enough, technology is helping us do that. And that’s why we’re thrilled to introduce you to the brand new bodē nyc app. To get started we wanted to share some of our favorite things about it!
1. SIMPLE DOWNLOAD
Just like the previous version, the new app is available for both Apple and Android devices. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD. The old app will no longer be supported after December 23, and so we are urging all of our practitioners to take two minutes NOW to get the updated app. Trust us, you’ll be so glad you did!
2. SEAMLESS INTEGRATION WITH MINDBODY
When you open the new app, you’ll see that it asks you to either SIGN IN or SIGN UP. This is very important: Our entire database has been transferred to this new app. So if you already have an account with us in Mindbody, all you have to do is sign in with your regular username and password. No need to start a new account. This new app (even though you’ve never met) already knows everything about you! Membership details, contact information, class history, credit card, and more… all of it is being automatically moved over from the old app to the new one.
PLEASE NOTE: If you created your account prior to December 31, 2014, you will no longer be able to log in to our mobile app using your user name. Please log in using the email stored on your bode nyc user profile. Don't remember your password? Simply reset your password using the 'Forgot password?' link in our mobile app.
3. SLEEK NEW DESIGN
The next thing we hope you’ll notice is the improved user experience. We worked hard with our developers to achieve a sleek, new design that’s both intuitive and functional. The colors are rich, and match the feel of our new website, plus we’ve streamlined the flow to include just the things we know you’ll need. If you haven’t done so already, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the app. We think you’re going to love it!
4. CLASS TRACKING
Every time you sign in, you’ll be brought directly to your dashboard. Right below the welcome message you’ll see two numbers. The one on the right tells you how many classes you’ve taken in the past 30 days, while the number on the left tracks total lifetime visits. Our archives go back decades (literally), and we thought you might want to see just how far you’ve come! Let that provide the motivation you need to maintain a regular practice. (You’ll thank yourself later!)
5. BETTER COMMUNICATION
Right there on your dashboard you might see a couple of banner messages. These will have important announcements like flash sales, upcoming workshops, and challenges. It’s just one more way we’ll be able to keep in touch. These will change from time to time as we resume our regular in-studio programming.
6. ACCESS LIVE STREAM LINKS
Okay, this is sort of a big one. In the coming weeks this app will start handling all of our Live Stream communications as well. No more missed classes! Now you’ll not only get an e-mail with the class link, but you’ll also be able to access the link directly from the app! No more struggling to find the class link; you’ll always know right where to find it.
7. PRE-PURCHASE INCIDENTALS
Not gonna lie… this one’s pretty exciting too. When we resume in-studio classes, you’ll be able to book your class in the app PLUS be able to pre-pay for incidentals like water and electrolytes. The staff will have everything set and waiting for you in the studio. Wait… how will you know which water is yours? Well…
8. PICK-A-SPOT TECHNOLOGY
This has been on our wish List for over a decade, and the day is finally here. When we resume in-studio classes, we will be rolling out “pick-a-spot” in the app. You’ll be able to go in and see which spots are available and snap up whichever one you want. Enjoy showing off your standing bow? Grab a spot in the front row! Looking for a cooler spot by the door? Now you can get it! Hoping to be closer to the podium? Reserve it in the app. Post-pandemic, you’ll be able to reserve class, pick your spot, pre-pay for incidentals, and find everything waiting for you at your numbered spot in the room. This will help us cut down the long lines when checking in (anyone here ever been to Flatiron on a Monday at 6pm?), and get all of our practitioners into the room more quickly.
9. PRIORITY BOOKING WINDOW
Finally then, post-pandemic we will be rolling out a priority booking window for all of our classes. The general public will still be able to book classes 7 days in advance, but we’re extending an extra benefit to our All-Access Members, who will be able to book classes (and spots) 10 days in advance!