THE ORGANISERS

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The Grounds Management Association (GMA) is the UK’s leading industry body for the sports turf and grounds care sector.

A not-for-profit membership organisation, the GMA promotes and protects the interests of the professionals and volunteers who make sport possible by keeping green spaces and playing surfaces safe, accessible, and sustainable across educational establishments, community facilities, and sports clubs at grassroots, amateur, and professional levels.

The GMA are passionate about the future of the grounds management industry, which is why the GMA reinvest all profits from SALTEX back into the industry via numerous initiatives including working with industry bodies, public sector authorities, and technical specialists to develop and promote industry standards and best practice, provide education opportunities and career pathways, publish industry news and insight, and promote the profession to help attract and build a sustainable skilled talent pipeline.

GMA MEMBERSHIP

Membership sits at the core of everything we do at the Grounds Management Association. By becoming a GMA Member, you’re not just signing up, you’re joining a thriving community of grounds professionals, organisations, and industry businesses who make sport possible across the UK.

From preparing elite-level pitches to maintaining local spaces that keep communities active, GMA members play a vital role at every level of the game.

As a member, you’ll gain access to a wide range of exclusive benefits designed to support your work and development, including:

  • Expert technical resources and guidance
  • A highly rated member assistance programme
  • Turfcare advice and consultations
  • Exclusive SALTEX offers and perks
  • Member-only discounts across leading brands
  • A subscription to Grounds Management Magazine
  • …and much more

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, there’s a GMA membership that’s right for you. Discover your membership today and make the most of SALTEX.

INDIVIDUAL

By becoming an individual member, you not only gain access to cutting-edge knowledge and tools but also connect with a network of like-minded people who share your passion for excellence in grounds management.
 

ORGANISATION

By joining as an organisational member, you and your team will gain access to grounds care technical resources and a Member Assistance Programme. You'll also stay updated with the latest best practices and actively contribute to shaping the future of the industry.

CORPORATE

Joining as a Corporate Supporter is more than just a financial contribution - it's an affiliation that drives impactful change and aligns your company with meaningful causes while raising your company’s profile in the grounds management industry.

THE GMA BOARD

The Grounds Management Association Board brings together experienced leaders from across the grounds sector, helping to shape the future of the industry and guide the work we do to support our members.

The GMA board is a volunteer body comprising members from diverse industry sectors, alongside independent members who bring broad business expertise and provide strategic direction and governance for the GMA.

Get to know the people behind the GMA and learn more about their expertise, insights, and vision.

GMA MAGAZINE

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