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Ferrocement.com has been asked to sponsor ferrocement classes. If sufficient interest is expressed to schedule a class, Garrett Connelly, web caretaker and author of the ferrocement.com construction manuals will teach ferrocement tank building and general ferrocement technique classes between late spring and fall of 2008.

Ferrocement.com is located in Turners Falls, Massachusetts, it has many ferrocement artifacts and armatures on site to examine and discuss. The instructor has built many water tanks and numerous structures, including five ferrocement houses and close assistance with five others. The last house had a building permit before construction, earlier models were permitted as built. Although permits are not a problem with ferrocement, finding an architect comfortable with the material can be difficult in some areas.

Three day courses which include instruction and materials may be scheduled for $3,000, this is a minimum estimate for a maximum of ten individuals and depends upon the materials used.* Motel lodging is available nearby.

Contact ferrocement.com if you are interested in learning the ferrocement techniques seen on this website.

The techniques of very low cost housing and other structures made from bamboo, plant fiber, acrylic and cement practiced here at ferrocement.com have become a part of training programs and projects in many locations on our beautiful planet. I have trained many crews who built high quality ferrocement products. This is a class for trainers who will fan out around the globe and show those in need how to cure the insecurity of homelessness, maintain health via clean water, and acquire economic independence with highly competitive small businesses that do this.

There are some who are suspicious of the longevity of biological fabrics like burlap and muslin, although preservatives will be discussed, the techniques learned can be transferred to materials such as fiberglass or exotic carbon compounds. Space age mud and wattle techniques utilize ancient skills with a vast array of modern materials.

* For example; if there is a class and it builds an entire low cost structure, we may use additional time and money exploring options and doing original research. This could and should be a complete college course offered by most major universities, something like, "Qualitative synthesis: sustainability and peace via applied practical economics, engineering and art."