How NxtStride Works
From sign-up to sponsorship success - follow our proven 6-step process to transform your athletic achievements into sustainable partnerships with sponsors who understand your sport's value.
Your Path to Sponsorship Success
Our streamlined process takes you from athlete to sponsored professional with clear steps, professional support, and measurable results.
Sign Up & Get Started
Create your NxtStride account and choose the subscription plan that fits your goals. Join thousands of athletes already building their sponsorship future.
- Quick account creation with email verification
- Choose from flexible subscription plans
- Access to all platform tools and resources
- Join the NxtStride athlete community
Create Your Profile
Build your comprehensive sponsorship profile with personal information, location, main sport, and career goals. This is your foundation for success.
- Add personal details and location using Google Places
- Select your main sport from our emerging sports database
- Set your sponsorship goals and objectives
- Upload professional photos and media
Provide Details & Documentation
Showcase your achievements, social media presence, and select the sponsorship resources you can offer. The more complete your profile, the better your opportunities.
- Document athletic achievements with dates and levels
- Connect social media accounts and follower metrics
- Select sponsorship resources you can provide
- Upload supporting documentation and evidence
Wait for Verification Results
Our athlete success team verifies your achievements and social media accounts through official channels. This typically takes 24-48 hours.
- Professional verification of all achievements
- Social media account authentication
- Sports governing body confirmation where applicable
- Email updates throughout the verification process
Adjust Your Valuation
Review and customize your sponsorship valuation based on your current situation, goals, and market conditions. You control your worth.
- Review calculated baseline valuation
- Adjust multipliers based on current situation
- Set minimum sponsorship thresholds
- Update pricing as your career progresses
Share Your Portal & Receive Proposals
Spread your unique public portal link to potential sponsors and receive sustainable, ROI-optimized sponsorship proposals with clear roles and responsibilities.
- Get your unique public sponsorship portal URL
- Share with potential sponsors and networks
- Receive detailed sponsorship proposals
- Clear role definitions and ROI expectations for both parties
Why Athletes Choose NxtStride
Our process is designed to be transparent, professional, and results-driven. Here's what sets us apart in the sponsorship world.
Transparent Process
Every step is clearly defined with no hidden fees or surprise requirements.
Professional Verification
Official verification builds trust with sponsors and validates your achievements.
Fair Valuations
Know your worth with transparent, market-based sponsorship valuations.
Outcome-Based Results
Sponsors get measurable ROI, athletes get sustainable partnerships.
Ready to Transform Your Athletic Career?
Join hundreds of athletes who have already started their sponsorship journey with NxtStride. Our proven process works for emerging sports of all kinds, from individual athletes to sports organizations.
No percentage fees, no hidden costs, just transparent tools and expert support to help you build sustainable sponsorship relationships that recognize your sport's true value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about the process? Here are the most common questions athletes ask about getting started with NxtStride.
How long does verification take?
Most verifications are completed within 24-48 hours. Complex cases with multiple achievements may take up to 5 business days.
Do you take a percentage of sponsorship deals?
No, never. We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Your success is our success, period.
What sports do you support?
We specialize in emerging sports of all kinds - from individual athletes to sports organizations and governing bodies.
Can I update my profile after verification?
Yes! You can update achievements, adjust valuations, and modify your profile as your career progresses.