About this session
A playful, participatory session of laughter, movement and breathing. No jokes and no yoga poses needed.
Participants use intentional laughter exercises, simple breathing pauses, rhythmic clapping, light movement and group games. Laughter often starts on purpose and turns real along the way.
Seated alternatives are offered throughout, and everyone can join at their own level.
What your people take away
- Laugh together through playful group exercises
- Add rhythmic clapping and gentle movement
- Move between energetic play and calm pauses
- Join in with no experience required
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What each length covers
30 minutes
30 Minutes — Key Points: Warm upA focused 30-minute session on the essentials of Warm up: how it works, clap and breathe and first laughs.
- How it works
- Clap and breathe
- First laughs
Covers Warm up, in brief.
60 minutes
60 Minutes — Warm upParticipants warm up with clapping, breathing and first deliberate laughs.
- Warm up
- Live Q&A
Covers 1 of 4 parts: Warm up.
90 minutes
90 Minutes — Laughter exercisesBuilds on the 60-minute session. Participants also take part in a series of laughter exercises with light movement and reset pauses.
- Warm up
- Laughter exercises
- Live Q&A
Covers 2 of 4 parts: Warm up and Laughter exercises.
3 hours
3 Hours — Play togetherBuilds on the 90-minute session. Participants also play laughter games together and close with a calm reset.
- Warm up
- Laughter exercises
- Play together
- Live Q&A
Covers 3 of 4 parts: Warm up, Laughter exercises and Play together.
Full day
Full Day — A Full Day of Laughter YogaSeveral sessions through the day, for example as an energizer at a conference or wellbeing day.
- Warm up
- Laughter exercises
- Play together
- Extended session
- Live Q&A
Covers all 4 parts.
What’s covered
Warm up
Every length- How it worksThe facilitator explains that laughter here is an activity, not a reaction to jokes.
- Clap and breatheThe group starts with rhythmic clapping and simple breathing.
- First laughsParticipants try deliberate “ha ha” exercises.
Laughter exercises
90 minutes and longer- Playful exercisesThe facilitator leads a series of short laughter exercises.
- MovementLight movement and gestures build energy.
- Reset pausesQuieter breathing pauses balance the energy.
Play together
3 hours and longer- Group gamesTeams take part in laughter games and playful imagination.
- Seated optionsEverything can be done seated if preferred.
- Close calmlyThe session ends with a calm breathing reset.
Extended session
Full day only- More varietyThe 90-minute session adds more exercises and games.
- Laughter and movementLonger sessions can lean into movement or gentler laughter.
- Take it with youParticipants learn a few exercises they can use again.
Tools and materials
- Structured laughter exercises
- Seated alternatives
- Practice guide
Who it’s for
- Wellbeing days and conference energizers
- Team socials and celebrations
- Virtual team events
How booking works
- Book online. Create a free Workbliss profile, then pay with session credits, by card or by invoice.
- Pick a date. Choose a date at least 14 days ahead, or book now and set the date later.
- Choose your expert. Within 3 working days, we send you profiles of the experts available for your date.
- We deliver it. Your expert is briefed on your people and goals, then runs the session live online or at your site.
Questions about Laughter Yoga
How long is Laughter Yoga?
Laughter Yoga runs as 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 3 hours or full day. You choose the length when you book. A 30-minute session covers the essentials of Warm up: how it works, clap and breathe and first laughs. A 60-minute session covers Warm up in full, with a live Q&A. A 90-minute session adds Laughter exercises. A 3-hour session adds Play together. A full-day session adds Extended session.
Can Laughter Yoga be delivered online or in person?
Yes, both. It runs live online, so every office can join at the same time, or in person at your site, in any country.
How do we book Laughter Yoga?
Create a free Workbliss profile with your work email, then open Laughter Yoga to see the price for each length and book it. You can pay with session credits, by card or by invoice, and choose a date at least 14 days ahead, or set it later.
Who leads the session?
A vetted Workbliss expert, briefed on your people, culture and goals before the session. After you book, we send you profiles of the experts available for your date within 3 working days, so you can choose who leads it.
Can it be tailored to our company?
Yes. Every session is shaped around your goals, your people and the benefits you already offer, and delivered by experts in your people’s languages.