Laughter Yoga

Service Description

Saturday, November 21 at 10:00 a.m.-11:00 Cost: $25 Bring water, yoga mat, wear comfortable clothing. Other props available at Samana. Laughter Yoga is a unique exercise routine developed by the Indian physician, Dr. Madan Kataria. It combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing which brings in more oxygen to the body and brain. Anyone can laugh without relying on humor, jokes and comedy. Laughter is simulated as a body exercise in a group with eye contact and childlike playfulness. This can turn into real and contagious laughter. In a typical Laughter Yoga session, the group is led by a Laughter leader who gives instructions for different scenarios, breathing techniques, stretching and acupressure for the hands. The session ends with a relaxing Yoga Nidra practice and time for sharing. Benefits of Laughter Yoga may include: cardio workout - heart healthy decrease stress on body and mind strengthens immune system positive mental attitude social connection with others boost to the brain improves emotional intelligence core workout