Who is the AGA Glamping University for?
As the glamping industry grows, so do its boundless possibilities and opportunities. Operators today are navigating an changing landscape where guest’s needs and expectations are evolving are higher, regulations are shifting, and the business models behind outdoor hospitality are increasingly complex. This program includes 20+ expert-taught video courses, an online exam, and the submission of a pitch deck that connects their learning to their real-world project or operation.
We created the AGA Glamping University was for busy operators, manufacturers, and industry professionals who need flexibility—and a trusted source of experience and education.
But who is this program really for?
For the aspiring glamping entrepreneur
Maybe you’ve dreamed of:
Opening a glamping retreat
Building a hospitality concept that blends comfort with nature
Turning a plot of land or an idea into a viable business
The Glamping University gives new aspiring operators a structured starting point so they can avoid costly mistakes and begin their journey with clarity. With topics like Glamping Entrepreneurship, Hospitality Law, Risk Mitigation, and real Founder Stories, future operators gain a grounded, realistic understanding of what it takes to succeed.
For current operators who want to elevate their business
Running a glamping site is uniquely rewarding, and uniquely demanding. Many operators face the same challenges: limited resources, steep learning curves, and the constant pressure to improve guest experience while staying compliant and profitable. The Glamping University provides the deeper education operators rarely have time to find on their own.
It’s designed to help them:
Grow and scale
Refine operations
Strengthen decision-making
Improve safety
Elevate long-term sustainability
For teams growing within a glamping operation
Managers, supervisors, and staff can benefit just as much as owners. The more industry-specific knowledge your team has, the more smoothly your property will run. The Glamping Operators Certificate gives teams a shared foundation, leading to:
Unified expertise
Team synergy
Consistent and predictable guest experience
For industry professionals supporting glamping businesses
Consultants, designers, land planners, and suppliers often work closely with operators—but not all have actually run a glamping site themselves. The Glamping University equips them with a deeper understanding of the operator lens, allowing them to better serve their clients and contribute thoughtful, industry-specific solutions.
For anyone who wants to join a more informed, connected glamping community
The Glamping University isn’t only about coursework. It’s about creating a network of certified professionals who raise the bar for the entire industry. Students learn alongside others with shared goals, forming relationships that extend beyond the program and into real-world collaboration.
A Program Built for the Realities of Glamping
The Glamping University is 100% online and fully self-paced.
This program is for people who believe in the future of glamping and want to be part of raising industry standards. It’s for those who value community, professional growth, and the momentum building across outdoor hospitality.
Whether you're just beginning, actively operating, or expanding your role in the industry, the Glamping University was built with you in mind.
