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What is Laughter Yoga & How can it help you?
Laughter Yoga is a powerful and uplifting wellness practice that blends intentional laughter with gentle yogic breathing. It’s not about jokes, comedy, or being funny. Instead, it’s about choosing to laugh, even when there’s no reason and allowing that simple act to spark real, lasting change in your body and mind.
Created by Dr. Madan Kataria in 1995, Laughter Yoga has now reached over 120 countries. From parks to workplaces, senior homes to hospitals, people from every walk of life are rediscovering joy, connection, and resilience through this practice.
Whether you’re feeling stressed, isolated, or just looking for more joy in your life, Laughter Yoga is a natural and accessible way to lift your spirits and recharge your energy.
See Laughter Yoga in Action
Watch these clips to experience what a real Laughter Yoga session looks like. From global media features to group practices, these videos show the energy, connection, and joy that laughter can create.
The body doesn’t know the difference between real and simulated laughter— so even fake laughter brings real benefits!
The 5 Pillars of the Practice
1 Clapping & Chanting
Clap & chant is a key, energizing part of Laughter Yoga. It combines rhythmic clapping with vocal affirmations. This boosts group energy and creates a joyful vibe.
2 Deep Breathing
Deep breathing is vital in Laughter Yoga. It boosts oxygen, calms the mind, and eases stress. This enhances both physical and emotional well-being.
3 Childlike Playfulness
Playful laughter exercises are a core component designed to help participants release stress, boost mood, and improve both physical and mental health.
4 Laughter Exercises
Laughter exercises mimic laughter playfully and physically, quickly becoming contagious with a touch of childlike fun. They boost mood, cut stress, and energize the body.
5 Laughter Meditation
Laughter meditation is spontaneous, free-flowing laughter without prompts. It starts with warm-ups and moves into deep, natural laughter.
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Who Can Practice
Laughter Yoga?
Laughter Yoga is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. It can be practiced by individuals, families, seniors, students, and even corporate teams.
How does it work?
The concept of Laughter Yoga is based on scientific studies which has proved that the body cannot differentiate between intentional/voluntary and real laughter. One gets the same physiological and psychological benefits. When you laugh, your body produces endorphins, reduces cortisol, improves immunity, and increases oxygen flow.
Learn the Art of Laughing for No Reason
Anyone can laugh without jokes or comedy—just pure joy. It’s easy and natural for everyone. Feel the benefits in your very first session!
Real and Contagious Laughter
Laughter begins as a group exercise with playful movements. With eye contact and childlike fun, it soon becomes real.
Science of Breathing
Yogic breathing encourages longer exhalation to clear stale air. Laughter is a fun and natural way to achieve this.
The best part is that you can feel the benefits from your very first session.
What People Say About Laughter Yoga?
Jaffrey Briar has to say:
“It’s always a joy to come to this class because no matter how I feel I always feel better coming out of it always feel better.”
For more information, visit our youtube channel: Laughter yoga
Laughter Yoga is more than a practice
Every day, we witness how a simple act of shared laughter brings people closer, breaks down emotional walls, and restores a sense of hope and belonging. Whether it’s a senior rediscovering purpose, a child learning confidence, or a corporate team reconnecting beyond titles — the impact is real and lasting.
At its heart, Laughter Yoga is about creating safe, welcoming spaces where people can be themselves, breathe freely, and laugh without judgment. That’s why we do what we do.
Where Laughter Yoga Is Making a Difference
Bringing Joy into Real Life Settings
In Education
There is a growing awareness of several benefits of laughter and many schools in India and other parts of the world are...
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In Business
In this high tension, pressure and competitive business world, people are facing enormous amounts of stress...
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In Yoga Enthusiasts
Although they are calm and peaceful inside, most yogis look very serious as they don’t laugh much. What is...
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In Seniors
Due to advances in medical science, life expectancy has increased and the elder population is growing at an alarming...
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In Cancer Support
How can laughter yoga help? Laughter Yoga as a physical intervention leads to real physiological and biochemical...
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In Special Needs
Living with a disability is a huge challenge and can be hard to deal with. It can lead to severe mental trauma...
Read MoreBenefits of Laughter Yoga
Good Mood and More Laughter
LY boosts your mood quickly by releasing endorphins, keeping you cheerful and laughing throughout the day.
Healthy Exercise to Beat Stress
LY acts like a cardio workout, boosting your heart rate, circulation, and relaxing your muscles.
Health Benefits
LY reduces stress, boosts immunity, and helps you recover faster from illness or chronic conditions.
Social Connection
Life quality depends on relationships, and laughter strengthens bonds among friends.
Sharpens the Mind
LY improves mental clarity and focus. It reduces mental fatigue & you feel more alert, creative, and productive.
Positive Attitude in Challenging Times
Laughter helps build a positive mindset, offering hope and optimism to face challenges and tough situations.
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