About

Laughter Yoga (Hasya Yoga) is a wellness practice combining intentional laughter with deep yogic breathing (pranayama). Developed by Dr. Madan Kataria in 1995, it relies on the scientific fact that the body cannot distinguish between real and simulated laughter, delivering the same physical and mental health benefits. Benefits: - Stress Reduction: Instantly lowers cortisol levels and calms the nervous system mood - Enhancement: Releases dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins, acting as a natural antidepressant. - Resilience & Focus: Increases oxygen to the brain, which enhances mental clarity and cognitive performance. Who Should Avoid This Class: - Advanced (bleeding) piles and any kind of hernia - Any persistent cough - Anything with acute symptoms - Epilepsy, Heart disease & High blood pressure - Incontinence of urine - Major psychiatric disorders - Severe backache - Having undergone surgery within the last 3 months - First or third trimester of pregnancy, and before 8 weeks after birth