I had to do this. I had to pull this into an innovative therapeutic recreation activity, because it is! A flash mob is taking a large group of people and doing something big in public. A few ideas are car cheering, singing and dancing, freezing, having a mass pillow fight, walking invisible dogs, having a fake proposal, etc. These events get many people's attention, especially when in a well populated area. I think the group that this would best fit would be a group of teens who have behavioral issues. With the process of picking out what they want to do, practicing, organizing times and places, it would be a good opportunity for the youth to work together making choices and compromising. It would also be good for them to know how to take responsibility for and pride in something they can accomplish. Organizing and performing a flash mob lets them be able to lead and encourage their peers. It is a great way to get people out of their comfort zone, but at the same time, allowing them to bond with each other.
Materials needed for this activity really vary, depending on the type of flash mob. One might need costumes or props, but usually the materials needed are very slim. Some things to think about with the at-risk youth would be the appropriateness of the performance, the location at which it's done, and the music that's used. Make sure everyone has input so they can call it their own and feel positive about participating.
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