Ever wondered which knot is best for a particular task? Or struggled with how to correctly tie that knot? Sometimes the idealized illustrations in books don’t translate well to the real world, or maybe 2-D illustrations aren’t your preferred way to learn. This online course blends illustration, discussion, step-by-step videos and hands-on practice to help bring knot-tying to life in a practical sense. You’ll learn the “knotical” terminology and appropriate uses for knots, loops, hitches and bends.
Learn how to take a turn, surge, or snug a line for safe docking. Discover which type of rope is best suited for different boating applications, and how to flake, coil, heave, and stow lines.
Captains Lisa & Andy Batchelor, authors of numerous ASA textbooks, lead you through selecting various boating knots and the steps to tie them easily, both at home and on board. As you practice along with your instructors, you’ll receive clear directions and memory aids to make it stick – and to help you teach your crew once you’ve mastered the skills.
Whether you’re a new boater or a seasoned skipper, you’ll learn valuable tips and seamanship skills in this class to enhance your sailing expertise.
Note: Pairs well with Docking & Maneuvering
