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Laughter Clubs
are fully independent, not-for-profit, community based associations
of people where all are welcome. Laughter Clubs meet on a
regular basis, are non-religious, non-political, non-competitive,
and laughing with others is a great way to build bridges and
promote peace in the community. Become an Laughter
Buddy ©and start a social laughter
club in your community!
What happens in a Laughter Session?
A Laughter session consists of a series of simple and gentle
exercises. While a lot of creative input is left to the person
leading the session, all laughter clubs follow the same basic
structure:
1. We chant, clap and create rhythm.
2. We breathe deeply.
3. We simulate laughter through simple exercises and gestures.
4. We reflect (meditate) and relax.
The first part of a typical laughter session
lasts about 20-30 minutes. Its pace and content is adapted
to suit the needs and requirements of the group participating.
If time and location allow, the last part
of a session is called "laughter meditation". This
is where the group members sit on the floor (or on a chair
if the latter is not possible) in silence for a few minutes,
and fake laughing until a deep and natural laughter starts
flowing like a fountain (seeing is believing!). No words are
spoken.
How to Start a Social Laughter Club
Complete the basic Laughter Buddy©
Training. Though there are no rules and regulations that
oversee the conduct of Laughter Clubs, we do recommend basic
guidelines and training for functioning. Laughter Clubs are
non-political, non-religious, non-exploitive, non-competitive
and non-threatening, Everybody is welcome!
What is Free?
Laughter Yoga Clubs are social clubs that are free
for all everywhere in the world. Most clubs do not charge
any donation/membership fee. Some do in order to cover the
expenses of hand-outs, hall rental etc. There is nothing wrong
with putting a donation box out to help cover whatever club
expenses you may incur (e.g. photocopies, venue).
What is Fee Based?
Outside of the laughter clubs, any training/ coaching that
is conducted by Certified Laughter Yoga Leaders or
Certified Laughter Yoga Teachers for personal and business
development are chargeable as per the skills, abilities and
reputation of the teachers.
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