Bringing laughter, breathing exercises and yoga together
Need an excuse to stop taking life quite so seriously? Dubai has one.
The Dubai Laughter Yoga Club is launching this October, bringing people together for an evening of laughter, movement and a bit of time away from the usual daily grind.
Launching on Thursday, October 15, the club combines Laughter Yoga, breathing exercises, playful activities and simple yoga practices in one upbeat session. And don’t worry if you can’t touch your toes or haven’t stepped on a yoga mat in your life – there’s no fitness or yoga experience required.
The idea is to show up, switch off and have a laugh. Pretty simple indeed.
Founded by Nizar Saab, founder of Nizar Yoga Method and a certified Laughter Yoga expert, the club is designed to create a welcoming space where people can let go of some of the stresses of everyday life.
“We all need moments when we can put down our worries, stop taking life so seriously and simply laugh. Laughter Yoga gives people permission to do exactly that,” says Saab.
And if the thought of deliberately laughing in a room full of strangers sounds slightly awkward, that’s probably part of the point.
The sessions are built around playful exercises and breathing techniques, creating an easy-going environment where you can get involved at your own pace.
There’s no complicated choreography, no pressure to be bendy and no need to arrive already feeling zen.
The launch session will also include relaxing and healing stretches from Nizar Yoga Method, a human performance system focused on helping people overcome inner blocks, reduce stress and maintain emotional balance.
According to the club, the aim is a lighter mind, more energised body and, naturally, a smile.
The first session takes place at Dubai Festival City Mall on Thursday, October 15 at 8pm.
And this isn’t a one-off. From November, the Dubai Laughter Yoga Club will meet on the second Thursday of every month, giving you a regular excuse to put the phone down, forget your to-do list and have a proper laugh.
No previous experience is needed. Just come as you are – and be prepared to laugh.
Thursday, 15 October, 8pm, Dubai Festival City Mall. To join Dubai Laughter Yoga Club, visit meetup.com
