Methods for the beginning 1. Clarify the participants' expectations ...

For a execution in the open air: small objects (for example of the stones, branches etc), to
indicate the cardinal points and the city where the group is.
Preparation
None.
Purpose
They are important that the organizer indicates the marks clearly, particularly when it is to get
to know each other, because they require a geographical positioning. Each positioning is
briefly explained - the organizer raises questions and possibly summarizes - so that each one
learns how indeed to know something of the others. It is always necessary to question each
participant. All must take part, also the team of organizers, as far as possible. The other
members of the management team of experiment must observe as much as possible and take
note (while keeping the supervision). The group must enter a discussion in order to solve the
task; unless the task must be carried out on the not-verbal mode. Not to be frightened and not
to give up, if the group appears to be slow or if it has problems of comprehension. Simply to
continue to guide. This exercise is appropriate for any age!
It can undoubtedly be useful to try out this exercise in your circle of friends, in order to
measure the originality of it.
3. Names and gestures
Topic
To get to know each other, to get themselves moving, to feel its own body.
Intention
The members of the group take note of the names of the others and try to follow.
How it is done:
The group is upright in circle. The organizer starts, it says its name clearly and
geste/mouvement does at the same time one, which should correspond to
• its state of mind
• its temperament
• its trade
• its origin
• its hobby
(for example to curve themselves deeply, imitate the play of pianist etc.)
All repeat at the same time the name and remake the gesture.
Duration
Approximately 10 min.
Material
None
Preparation
None
Purpose