Pulses App

Pulses App is a foundational tool designed to bring clarity and control to group fitness and team sports training. At its core, it provides a simple, real-time view of heart rate data for an entire group, displayed on a single iPad, iPhone, or Mac screen. This eliminates guesswork for coaches and instructors, allowing them to see precisely how hard each participant is working during a session. The app is built for environments like spinning studios, HIIT classes, Hyrox training, and team sports practices, where managing collective effort is fundamental to safety and achieving results.

Its primary value lies in a back-to-basics approach of accessibility and simplicity. Unlike traditional, complex systems that require expensive, proprietary hardware, Pulses works with the Bluetooth-compatible heart rate monitors and smartwatches that athletes may already own, such as those from Polar, Garmin, or Coospo. This practical approach means coaches can start a monitoring session in seconds, track live effort across the whole group, and review performance data afterward. It is an affordable, straightforward solution for fitness professionals and sports coaches who aim to improve training consistency, prevent overtraining, and deliver data-driven sessions that maximize outcomes for every participant, without unnecessary complexity.

Live Group Heart Rate Monitoring

Pulses provides a real-time, at-a-glance overview of every participant's heart rate on a single screen. Coaches can instantly see who is working in the correct intensity zone, who needs to push harder, and who should ease off to recover. This live data transforms group management, making every session more effective and safer by replacing guesswork with clear, actionable information.

Broad Bluetooth HR Sensor Compatibility

The app works with the heart rate monitors your athletes likely already use. There is no need for expensive, proprietary hardware. Pulses connects seamlessly with popular Bluetooth chest straps and smartwatches from brands like Polar, Garmin, and Coospo. This compatibility keeps setup simple and costs low, removing a major barrier to adopting heart rate-based training.

Built-In Performance Tests

Pulses includes standardized fitness tests like the Beep Test and YoYo Test directly within the app. Coaches can run these tests for up to 15 athletes simultaneously without needing a stopwatch or manual recording. The app manages the timing and progression automatically, and all results are saved and organized by athlete for easy analysis and future training planning.

Simple Setup and Instant Analysis

Getting started is quick and easy. Coaches can begin monitoring a group in minutes using just an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. After the session, all data is automatically saved and ready for review. This allows for immediate post-session analysis to understand group and individual performance, track progress over time, and make informed decisions for future training without dealing with complicated software exports.

Group Fitness Classes (HIIT, Spin, Bootcamp)

Instructors running high-intensity classes can use Pulses to ensure all members are training at the intended intensity. The live group view allows the instructor to motivate those who are under-working and advise those who are over-exerting to pace themselves, creating a safer, more balanced, and results-driven class environment for every participant.

Team Sport Conditioning Sessions

Sports coaches can monitor the conditioning load of their entire team during drills and fitness circuits. This is crucial for ensuring athletes are prepared for competition while minimizing injury risk from overtraining. Real-time data helps coaches tailor rest periods and adjust workloads on the fly based on the team's live physiological response.

Running Standardized Fitness Tests

Pulses simplifies the administration of fitness tests like the Beep Test for groups. The app automates the audio cues and timing, allowing the coach to focus on observing technique and athlete effort rather than operating a stopwatch. Results are digitally recorded and saved per athlete, creating an efficient and accurate testing process.

Gym Owner Member Engagement

Gym owners can implement Pulses to offer a premium, data-driven training experience. By providing live heart rate feedback in classes, they increase member engagement, demonstrate value, and help members achieve better results. This technology can differentiate a gym in a competitive market without requiring a large investment in specialized hardware.

What heart rate monitors work with Pulses App?

Pulses App is compatible with standard Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) heart rate sensors. This includes most popular chest straps and smartwatches from major brands like Polar, Garmin, Suunto, and Coospo. As long as the device can broadcast its heart rate data via Bluetooth, it should connect to Pulses.

Do I need special hardware to use Pulses?

No, you do not need any expensive proprietary hardware. Pulses runs on your own Apple devices: an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You use this device along with the Bluetooth heart rate monitors your participants wear. This keeps the system affordable and simple to set up.

How many athletes can I monitor at once?

Pulses is designed for effective group training. You can monitor a full group in a single session. The built-in performance testing feature specifically supports testing up to 15 athletes simultaneously, which covers the needs of most team and class environments.

Is there a long-term contract or hidden fees?

No. Pulses offers straightforward subscription pricing with no long-term contracts. The pricing is clearly stated as an annual or monthly fee, and it includes unlimited sessions and unlimited athletes. There are no hidden fees for these core features.

Pulses App is offered through a simple and affordable subscription model. You can choose to pay $149.99 for an annual plan or $14.99 on a monthly basis. A 30-day free trial is available for new users to test the app with their team or gym, requiring no payment or credit card details to start.