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# Explore

The Explore tab is your gateway to finding new trainers and fitness events. It has two main sections: **Trainers** and **Events**.

## Trainers tab

### Browse trainers

The trainers tab shows you personalized recommendations including:

* **Featured Specialist** — A spotlighted trainer highlighted at the top
* **Browse by Category** — Filter by specialty: Yoga, HIIT, Strength, Pilates, Boxing, Mobility, and more
* **Trending Searches** — Popular search tags like #Strength, #Yoga, #HIIT
* **Trainers Near You** — Trainers in your area, sorted by proximity
* **Ziro Recommends** — Algorithmically recommended trainers based on your preferences
* **Map View** — See all trainers and events plotted on an interactive map

### Search and filter

Tap the search icon to open the full discovery view. You can:

* Search by trainer name, specialty, or keyword
* Filter by specialty, location, and minimum rating
* Sort by closest, rating, most reviews, or newest
* Toggle between Trainer, Event, or All results

### Interactive map

The map view shows trainers and events as interactive pins. Features include:

* **Clustering** — Nearby items group into numbered clusters
* **Filter** — Toggle between All, Trainers, Events, or a specific category
* **Trainer cards** — Tap a pin to see a preview with avatar, specialties, and rating
* **Event cards** — Tap an event pin to see title, time, and availability
* **Search** — Search for locations directly on the map

### Trainer profiles

Tapping a trainer opens their public profile with five tabs:

| Tab          | What it shows                                                        |
| ------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **About**    | Bio, philosophy, specialties, services, external links               |
| **Packages** | Available session packages with pricing (tap to purchase via Stripe) |
| **Photos**   | Transformation photos and success stories                            |
| **Reviews**  | Ratings and testimonials from other clients                          |
| **Schedule** | Available time slots — select a day and time to book                 |

### Connecting with a trainer

Once you find a trainer you like:

1. Tap **Connect** on their profile
2. The trainer receives your request
3. When they approve, you're linked and can start training

Your connection status is shown on the profile:

* **Connect** (blue) — Not yet linked, send a request
* **Pending Approval** (gray) — Request sent, waiting for trainer
* **Connected** (green) — You're linked and can start

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## Events tab

### Discover events

The Events tab shows fitness events hosted by trainers, including workshops, bootcamps, and open training sessions.

* **Featured Events** — A carousel of highlighted upcoming events with images
* **Upcoming Events** — Full list grouped by date (Today, Tomorrow, This Week)
* **Capacity tracking** — See how many spots are left

### Event details

Tapping an event shows:

* Event image and title
* Host trainer name
* Date and time
* Location with map preview
* Attendance bar (enrolled / capacity)
* Full description

### Enrolling

* **Free events** — Tap "Enroll Now" to join instantly
* **Paid events** — Complete checkout via Stripe
* If the event is full, you'll see "Event Full"

### My tickets

Your booked events appear in your profile. You can view upcoming events and cancel attendance if needed.