Our next training - dates to be advised.  (unfortunately we had to cancel the training advertised on 14th  and 21st March 2020)   - details below.............. 
(see comments below from participants.....   )

Laughter Yoga Training has been carried out on a voluntary basis by Committee members of Laugh WA Inc. for over 15 years.  We conduct three sessions each year with an average of 12 participants each time.  So approximately 500 laughter facilitators have been trained.  Our workshops are a lot of fun and enjoyed by everyone.  Our aim is to get as many people enjoying the benefits of Laughter Yoga as possible!  These new facilitators have taken Laughter into their workplaces, schools, hospitals etc. with great benefits for health and improved productivity.  Some have established Laughter Clubs in their community. 

OUR NEXT LAUGHTER YOGA FACILITATOR TRAINING WORKSHOPS

    Level 1 - to be advised - 2020 
9.30am for a 10am start and finishing at 4pm
Some comments from previous trainings:  
Very thankful - presentation was excellent.  
I am sure all this positive information will help not just myself but people I am involved with.
Excellent.  Informative with lots to follow through with.
Feel great - so glad I came!
I am leaving today knowing I can improve and the help is there for me.


     Level 2  - to be advised 2020   
9.30am for a 10am start and finishing at 4pm

• During professional training, learn the history and discover the benefits of Laughter Yoga and its potential for health promotion and community building.
• Learn the practical skills of Laughter Yoga and experience the benefits, as taught by the founder of Laughter Yoga, Dr Madan Kataria (Laughter Yoga International). 
• Laughter Yoga is a group session of aerobic activity, which turns fake laughter into real laughter.  It consists of hand-clapping, Yogic breathing exercises and playful laughter exercises.  In a group or workplace, laughter becomes contagious and the participants gain the well-researched benefits.
• Benefits of Laughter include stress reduction, aerobic exercise (which increases oxygen to the brain), and it provides endorphins, which improve mood.  It strengthens the immune system, burns calories and stabilises blood sugar.  Laughter lowers blood pressure and produces a feeling of relaxation and wellbeing.  Laughter enhances relationships, wellbeing and productivity in the workplace and contributes to our resilience – the ability to bounce back from daily stress. 

• Level 2 Training will equip you to set up a Laughter Club in your community or workplace with integrity, in line with the values and standards of LaughWA Inc.
• Training will provide you with knowledge, personal development, confidence and competence, as well as leadership skills.  You will benefit every time you share Laughter Yoga!
• After completing Level 1, you will need to prepare for Level 2 by designing a Laughter Yoga session beforehand.  You will be provided with a competency chart to guide you and you are encouraged to attend Laughter Clubs to develop your skills and enthusiasm.
• In this Training, practical sessions will assist you to become competent in the process of Laughter Yoga, including presenting the history of Laughter Yoga and its benefits, the four elements, five principles, multiple laughter exercises, laughter meditation and final rituals.
• You will be encouraged to self-evaluate to increase your skills, and also receive feedback
• We will address troubleshooting, choosing venues and additional resources, including the support of LaughWA to assist you in establishing a Laughter Club.
• Ongoing mentoring from our most experienced Laughter Leaders and Facilitators will be available.
• Advanced Training will be available at a later date for those planning to undertake professional presentations to groups and organisations.