Passing a Knot With a Munter Hitch | IFMGA Guide Emilie Drinkwater

Learn how to pass a knot with a Munter Hitch—a critical rock rescue skill every climber should know. Whether you’re building your technical toolbox for multi-pitch climbing, rescue scenarios, or guiding, this tutorial breaks it down simply and safely.

In this video, IFMGA Mountain Guide Emilie Drinkwater demonstrates how to transition a load past a knot using the Munter. You’ll understand when to apply this technique, best practices for belay transitions, and key safety considerations.

⛰️ What You’ll Learn:

How a Munter Hitch functions in rescue systems

Step-by-step workflow for passing a knot under load

Tips for maintaining control and communication

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

This is essential knowledge for climbers moving beyond the basics into technical rescue competency.

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0:00 Intro
0:22 Third Hand On
0:40 Move Third Hand Below Knot
1:22 Jump The Knot
2:00 Unhook The Knot
2:33 When To Use This Method