The goal of “Pizza massage" is to reduce tension and foster a sense of playfulness and teamwork among participants through a light-hearted and engaging tactile activity.

"Pizza massage" is a creative and interactive game where participants get to 'make a pizza' on each other's backs through gentle pats and strokes. This activity serves as a light physical interaction to loosen up the group and create smiles, making everyone feel more comfortable and connected.

Have participants stand in a single circle, each person facing the back of another.

Explain that they will be making an imaginary pizza on the back of the person in front of them, adding various ingredients which involve different types of gentle touches.

Guide them through the pizza-making process:

• Spread the dough: Participants start by gently smoothing their hands over their partner’s back to 'spread the dough'.

• Add the sauce: They continue with softer, circular motions with their palms to 'spread the sauce'.

• Sprinkle the cheese: Lightly pat the back to 'sprinkle cheese' across the dough.

• Place toppings: Use fingertips to 'place toppings' like olives or peppers, which can involve gentle poking or tapping.

• Bake the pizza: Finish by lightly tracing the palms down the back to 'bake the pizza' in the oven, providing a soothing finish.

Once the pizza-making is completed, instruct participants to carefully rotate to the right, so each person is now standing in front of a new back. Repeat the pizza-making process with the new partner.

Continue the rotation until each participant has made and received a 'back pizza' from each person in the circle or as time allows.

• Remind participants to keep their touch light and ensure that everyone is comfortable with the level of physical interaction.

• For participants who may not be comfortable with touch, suggest an alternative way to participate, such as using verbal descriptions of each step or using a cloth to simulate the pizza-making process.

• Keep an eye on the group to ensure all interactions remain positive and enjoyable.

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