Helping teams improve performance & prevent injuries with real-time GPS, heart rate, and wellness insights
Johan Sports combines GPS, heart rate, and recovery in one simple, affordable system — build for football, hockey, and rugby teams.
No chest straps, no complex software — just one device, one app, and clear insights.
Optimized for Coaches & Specialists
Whether you're coaching a full team or working solo as a physio or performance specialist — our system helps you monitor everything, realtime and in one place.
Coaches use our live app during training or games to make real-time decisions — no data team needed. Specialists use it to track recovery, analyze sessions, and manage player wellness — all without extra staff.
Most systems focus only on distance and speed — ignoring the most important signal of all: The heart.
That's why we built a complete real-time system that combines GPS + Heart Rate + Wellness: All in one smart and affordable system.
Johan Sports was founded in 2014 by aero space engineers Jelle Reichert and Robin van Kappel from Delft, the Netherlands.
In 2021, we joined the high-tech group Demcon — a leading innovation partner in wearable technology — to accelerate development and scale up production.
All software, hardware, and support are handled in-house.
We’re a dedicated team of sports scientists, engineers, and performance experts — committed to helping you get the most out of your players.
From pro teams to ambitious amateurs – clubs use Johan Sports to prevent injuries and optimize performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who founded Johan Sports?
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Johan Sports was founded in 2014 by Jelle Reichert and Robin van Kappel. They laid the foundation for Johan Sports until Demcon took over in 2021.
Where does the name JOHAN comes from?
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The name is an acronym for Join Our Human Analysis Network. We collect, analyze, and provide data insights to sports teams.
Who is Johan Sports for?
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Johan Sports is build for football, rugby, and hockey teams – from elite clubs to ambitious amateur teams.
Wether you're a coach, physio, or performance coach, Johan Sports helps you monitor load, recovery, and fitness in real time – with no need for extra staff or complex systems.
What makes Johan Sports different from Catapult or STATSports?
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Unlike most systems, Johan Sports combines GPS, heart rate, and welness in one simple system – no chest strap or extra devices needed.
It's live (150 meter range), easy to use, and affordable – perfect for teams who want real time insights without the complexity.
And: Our Dutch team offers fast ,personal support, no matter your level.
How does onboarding work?
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You'll be up and running in less than one hour.
We provide a quick-start guide, video tutorials, in-app walktroughs, and personal onboarding if needed.
No data analysts or tech background required – just plug in, place the tracker, and start measuring.
Can I use it for women's or youth teams?
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Yes – Johan Sports works great for women's teams, youth academies, and individual players.
The sensor and heart rate vests fit all body types. and includes wellness tools that support menstrual cycle tracking and recovery insights, tailored for each athlete.
