Activity: Anti-Stress Massage video-link
Number of volunteers: 6-12
In a full size expo 8 women and 4 men will be needed each night. In a smaller Expo, try using 6 women and 3 men. Each massage takes 6-10 minutes, and this is by far one of the most popular booths.
Comments:
• Sign their Personal Health Record form to indicate they have received a massage.
• This is the booth that needs the most training. There is a minimum of 2-3 training sessions necessary to teach the routine. Additional practice is recommended. It would be a good idea if each helper gives a massage to the trainer and get some feedback from him what to improve.
• A very important part when doing massage is the feedback from the recipient. Some people like a very gentle touch, while others enjoy strong and deep strokes. When doing the training, stress the importance about communicating with the person receiving the massage.
• Since massage involves very intimate body contact, we recommend men massaging men and women massaging women. An additional person should assign the visitors to the next available helper.
• Encourage people to come back the following nights for more massage. As you get to know them, many will be willing to accept your invitation to attend some other meetings.
• Hand out the Rest literature.
Also familiarize yourself with the handout for your station.
