The Guild of Tentmasters

The Guild accepts applications from individuals working in all areas of the membrane structure construction industry.

Training courses are due to resume in February 2025. Locations, dates and prices will be announced soon.

Individual membership is free until April 2025, then a nominal annual fee will apply.

This site will be expanded and developed to provide a forum for members to keep up to date with industry related compliance and knowledge.

The Guild wishes to encourage those who require further education and knowledge in this profession. In addition, the Guild wishes to encourage members a better understanding of the design and manufacturing process’s required for membrane structure design and fabrication.

As the curriculum contents and examination procedures are refined by the Guild and ESITS according to the type of structure and training, the Guild will approach members annually for feedback and input regarding the courses to aid the syllabus development.

The Guild has a mandate to determine professional competence only. It is the policy of the Guild to remain representative of the individual. The Guild will offer exposure to other industry associations and institutions to promote the further knowledge and training of individuals working with tensions roofed membrane structures.

Upon completion of the Guild courses, members would become accredited:

Tent GECO – Qualified  / Tent Technician – Qualified / Tentmaster – Qualified

Commercial links are encouraged to support the Guild with access to on-premises training, classes and equipment availability.