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TRAMP – Transnational Mobility of Older People in Europe
140 Part II
Method: Figure of Eight Knot
Goals/Options:
Tests problem solving strategies, improves teamwork and communication.
Brief description:
The coach shows the group a rope with a so-called figure of eight knot at one end. The
group is asked to tie such a figure of eight knot at a certain position on the rope determined
by the coach (of course, the original knot is no longer there.)
The following rules apply:
The group has a maximum of 15 minutes to study the knot and its procedure while not
being allowed to untie it.
Once the group has agreed on how to proceed, it informs the coach who in turn unties
the knot (without the group seeing this.)
Now each person takes the rope into his or her right hand at any given position. Once
done, the right hand has to remain firmly on the rope. (Thus, the rope may neither be
released nor slip through the right hand.)
Afterwards, the coach points to a position between two participants, where he wants the
knot to be tied.
To be determined beforehand:
Physical fitness
Starting point: Relaxing exercise at the start of the day; possible at any time
during the exchange
Timeframe: 30 – 45 minutes
Group size: 6-12 persons
Group composition: International, intergenerational
Necessary materials: A rope of sufficient length