“I am fortunate because I learned to rig from my father,” says Tyler DeLong. “Most people go to college, go to a for-profit trade school, or rely on more senior workers to share their knowledge, yet we still have a lack of competent, qualified workers. I’m starting the DeLong Foundation to make our industry stronger, smarter, and safer through cost effective and subsidized training with industry experts across all crafts.”
The DeLong Foundation’s Board of Directors is led by:
• Tyler DeLong, founder of DeLong Rigging Solutions is an ETCP Certified Rigger (Theatrical & Arena, #2771), ETCP Recognized Trainer, IATSE Journeyman (Locals 618 & 30), and a voting member of the TSP Rigging Workgroup. Tyler is a prolific contributor to the rigging community through peer-reviewed publications and frequent presentations at industry conferences across the globe.
• Richard Nix, Technical Standards Manager for the Entertainment Services and Technology Association (ESTA).
• Caitlyn DeLong, Business Administrator at DeLong Rigging Solutions, bringing diverse experience across industries and a strong foundation in business operations.
These initial courses reflect the Academy’s commitment to affordable technical theater training and will be available online, synchronously.
The classes are:
- Arena Lead Rigger Training – A class for individuals who lead teams of riggers in arenas and similar settings. Two-day class, eligible for ETCP renewal credits.
- Introduction to Rigging Math – An introduction to the math needed to calculate the fundamental situations commonly found in entertainment rigging including geometry, Pythagorean Theorem, forces, load distribution and manufacturer’s load tables. Good for new riggers and anyone who needs a refresher. 4-hour class
- Advanced Rigging Math– A more advanced class applying trigonometry and physict to rigging design. Calculate static and dynamic loads, multipoint bridles and more challenging situations. 4-hour class, eligible for ETCP renewal credits.
There will be 16 more classes announced in the coming weeks
Instructor: Tyler DeLong
Tyler DeLong, founder of DeLong Rigging Solutions, will lead all three courses. Tyler is an ETCP Certified Rigger in both Theatrical and Arena Rigging (Certification #2771) and an ETCP Recognized Trainer. A Journeyman with IATSE Locals 618 and 30, he is also a voting member of the TSP Rigging Workgroup. Tyler earned his BA in Theatre with a concentration in technology from Indiana University and spent much of his early career as a touring technician, primarily as a tour rigger and automation tech. His work has taken him across North America, South America, and Asia, and he regularly presents at conferences and publishes peer-reviewed articles on rigging
Enrollment is now open. Visit http://Delong.Ludus.com for more details and registration information.
To make a donation or sponsor a class: email Tyler DeLong at Tyler@delongriggingsolutions.com