How to Deliver Cohort-Based Courses with Live Sessions on Kajabi

*Note if you have the Growth plan, you have access to the extra feature of cohort-based courses, this is for clients with subscriptions on Basic plan.

Running a cohort-based course is one of the most effective ways to engage learners, build momentum, and create real transformation.

But when it comes to delivery — especially live sessions, replays, and resource sharing — things can get clunky fast without the right setup.

If you’re using Kajabi, the good news is: you already have everything you need.

Here’s how I recommend structuring a cohort-based course with live elements on Kajabi — without tech stress or a messy backend.

Option 1: Use Kajabi’s Coaching Tool for Structured Live Sessions

The Coaching feature in Kajabi is a hidden gem — and it works beautifully for live delivery, even if your program isn’t “coaching” in the traditional sense.

Here’s what makes it ideal for cohort-based programs:

• You can pre-schedule all live session dates ahead of time

• Each session allows you to add:

  • A clear agenda

  • Supporting PDFs and resources

  • Zoom links (or go live directly within Kajabi)

  • A session description

• Students can access everything in one place — before, during, and after the live call

• Replays can be uploaded or embedded directly under each session

This setup keeps your delivery organized, repeatable, and stress-free for both you and your learners.

Option 2: Use Kajabi’s Community + Meetups for Interactive Vibes

If you’re aiming for a more vibrant, informal, or peer-to-peer feel, Kajabi’s community tool (especially with the Meetup feature) is a solid complement.

Here’s how it works:

• Host weekly or bi-weekly live sessions using the Meetup feature

• Use posts or tabs to organize session replays and resources

• Encourage discussion, Q&A, and interaction between calls

• Great for maintaining momentum between sessions and building community connection

This is especially useful if your program includes group coaching, hot seats, or ongoing peer feedback.

Which Should You Use?

You don’t have to choose — and honestly, the best experience often comes from combining both.

Here’s a smart hybrid setup:

• Use the Coaching feature for live delivery structure (schedules, resources, replays)

• Use the Community for engagement between sessions (comments, celebrations, peer support)

Your students get a clear roadmap and a vibrant community — without needing to hop between platforms.

What About Course Materials?

In both Kajabi’s coaching and community areas, you can:

• Upload PDFs, videos, or external links

• Embed replays right next to the session they belong to

• Keep everything organized by week or module

The key is consistency — when students know where to find what they need, they stay engaged and show up ready.

Bonus: You're Not Stuck With Kajabi

While Kajabi is my go-to platform for a streamlined cohort experience, I also help clients set this up on:

• Circle (if you want a community-first delivery model)

• WordPress + plugins (if you’re building something super custom)

• Or even hybrid models across platforms

The important part isn’t where your course lives — it’s how it delivers value to your students.

Ready to Launch Your Next Cohort?

If you’re building a live cohort-based course and want a clean, professional, and scalable delivery system — I can help you plan and build it inside Kajabi (or the right platform for you).

We’ll map out:

• Your session schedule

• Your tech stack

• Your content delivery plan

• And how to keep students engaged from onboarding to graduation

🔗 Book a Discovery Call with Me 

Let’s turn your course delivery into your strongest asset.