Skool

Skool reimagines online education by combining community interaction with structured courses in a single, unified platform. Co-founded by Sam Ovens and Daniel Kang in 2019, the platform addresses a fundamental problem in digital learning: the disconnect between course content and community engagement. Instead of juggling separate tools for forums, video hosting, and membership management, creators can build their entire learning ecosystem in one place.

At the core of Skool is its community forum where members post, comment, and engage in discussions. The Classroom feature hosts video courses organized through a simple drag-and-drop builder into modules and individual lessons. Gamification elements—points, levels, and leaderboards—transform passive learners into active participants, with creators able to unlock courses based on member progress. The Calendar feature enables scheduling of live calls, webinars, and meetups with automatic reminders, and native livestreaming now supports up to 10,000 participants.

For creators and coaches, Skool offers a straightforward monetization model with paid memberships, one-time purchases, and a built-in affiliate program. The platform supports unlimited courses and members for a flat fee, making it scalable for growing communities. The clean, intuitive interface extends to mobile, ensuring members can engage seamlessly across devices. For those building knowledge-based businesses around community and courses, Skool provides the infrastructure without the technical complexity.