Learn how to add and archive dependents to your martial arts school.
By Red Belt Team | Last Update: April 4, 2026
Creating a Dependent
- Click Contacts.
- Use the Search Contacts box or the Filter tool to find the contact designated for Guardianship status.
- Click on the contact.
- Click the Dependents tab.
- Click Add Dependent.
- Enter the family member's name and DOB.
- If you wish to contact the dependent directly, toggle Communication on. Blue is enabled. Gray is disabled. Otherwise, check Activate DNC (do not contact).
To manage a dependent's membership, you must make changes to the Guardian's active membership. Learn how to update a student's membership
Archiving a Dependent
- Click Contacts.
- Use the Search Contacts box or the Filter tool to find the contact designated for Guardianship status.
- Click on the contact.
- Click the Dependents tab.
- Click the kebab menu
- Click Archive.
- Click Yes to archive dependent.
Dependents with active contracts cannot be archived. Learn how to update or cancel a student's membership.
Common Questions & Troubleshooting
Can I recover a dependent?
You may recreate archived dependents by adding the dependent.
How do I give dependents their own account?
First, archive the dependent; then, make a new contact with the correct contact information.