Start learning knots with a simple knot progression from overhand to hitches
Channel: EMKayaking
Date: 2022-11-03

As a kayaking instructor I created this series of videos on knots to introduce members of our club Sligo Kayak Club (Sligo, Ireland), and any anyone else who may be interested, to rope work.

This video will show you how easy it is to get started learning knots, by demonstrating how you can go from the most basic overhand knot and progress through to some handy hitches and constrictor knots.

Knots covered in this video include:
1. Overhand knot (https://youtu.be/T-ymbMczBcQ?t=57)
2. Half hitch (https://youtu.be/T-ymbMczBcQ?t=82)
3. Clove Hitch & clove hitch variant (https://youtu.be/T-ymbMczBcQ?t=190)
4. Constrictor knot and constrictor knot variant (https://youtu.be/T-ymbMczBcQ?t=288)

I recommend using a kettle bell or similar as a training aid; any gauge of rope or cord will be sufficient for training purposes but it's best to use at least 2' (60cm) of length.

Feedback, comments, questions are all welcomed.
Please excuse the quality of this first, one-take, recording!

DISCLAIMER: The information in this video has been presented in good faith, for training purposes only. While much effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, no responsibility is accepted for incidents arising out of use or misuse of this information. 
Activities requiring the use of ropes can be potentially hazardous and it is the user's responsibility to sufficiently educate themselves on safe rope practices. Please seek proper training before using any knots in real life settings.