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Overhand Knot

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Two people holding a length of rope trying to tie an Overhand Knot collaborative problem-solving activity

Overhand Knot

Collaborative problem-solving activity to develop teamwork & creativity.

  • Simple set-up
  • Ideal for small groups
  • Promotes collaboration
  • Multiple challenges

Collaborative Problem-Solving Activity

This simple rope challenge creates a physical puzzle that requires creative thinking and coordinated movement to solve. As a collaborative problem-solving activity, Overhand Knot is an engaging team exercise that builds communication and spatial reasoning skills. The seemingly impossible task of tying a knot while maintaining physical connections encourages teams to experiment with different approaches while developing mutual trust.

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Original post July 2022, last updated October 2025.

BY Mark Collard - Experiential Trainer, Author & Speaker

Comments (5)

    1. Mark Collard

      It’s on the list to be produced this year, thanks for your patience.

  2. Brad Lundell

    I was unsure how this would go since I have never done this activity and there was no video to show a solution, but I went for it with my groups and told them from the start I did not know the solution and had never done it before. The Groups went for it and worked hard at the problem to solve it and came up with a great solution all on their own. It did take some thinking and a good amount of teamwork.

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    1. Mark Collard

      Well done Brad, I’m so pleased you gave this a go. There’s no doubt video tutorials help, but there’s nothing better than truly embracing the adventure of an activity and enjoying our group’s success on the other side.

  3. Jit Raya

    Hi,Mark .Ifyou have a short clip of Overhand Knot for me. It would be glad, Thank you very much

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