Purpose

This document defines the step-by-step sequence for activating payments, bookings, and member access at launch to avoid operational disruption.

Soft Launch Period

A controlled soft-launch period will be used to test bookings, traffic flow, and capacity before full public availability.

Launch Sequence & Activation Plan (Internal)

Pre-Launch Status

Current status:

• Membership structure defined

• Booking logic documented

• Checkout and payments disabled

• Waitlist active

Full Launch

Full public launch occurs after successful soft-launch validation and operational stability.

Activation Steps

1. Upgrade Squarespace plan to Commerce

2. Create membership products

3. Enable Stripe payments

4. Publish checkout pages

5. Enable booking system

6. Grant member access

7. Notify waitlist