LAUGHTER FRIENDS
a laughter yoga workout for kids
REVIEWS
EDITORIAL REVIEWS
Recommended-Only Review
Laura Gentry hosts this laughter-yoga workout for young children. The premise of the workout is that laughter (even laughing at things not particularly funny) relaxes and energizes participants. Although the routines only remotely resemble traditional yoga, they do involve some breathing, stretching and relaxing. Attired in a floppy pink hat and using exaggerated gestures, the teacher leads a rowdy group of youngsters through orchestrated movements punctuated by loud, forced laughter and musical accompaniment. Marching around in a circle like elephants, giving each other “laughter” handshakes, and jumping imaginary ropes allow the gleeful kids to enjoy a good workout punctuated by a large dose of playfulness.
—Candace Smith
American Library Association
Booklist Magazine
April 1, 2008
A New Initiative in America
Modern life has robbed children of much of their playtime due to video games, television and the Internet. They are losing their natural childlike playfulness and joy.
Reports have proven that Laughter Yoga is very beneficial to children as it helps reduce their tensions, especially in academics and interpersonal relations.
By producing this Laughter Yoga film for children, Laura Gentry has started a new initiative in America that will help young people laugh and play more, thus developing their emotional intelligence and communication skills as they grow.
—Dr. Madan Kataria
Laughter Yoga Founder
Laughter Friends is mentioned in an article about Laughter Yoga in the May 2008 issue of Healthcare Traveler Magazine. Click the logo below to read "Traveling techs, nurses, & therapists practice laughter yoga on assignment."
Recommended-Only Review
Laura Gentry hosts this laughter-yoga workout for young children. The premise of the workout is that laughter (even laughing at things not particularly funny) relaxes and energizes participants. Although the routines only remotely resemble traditional yoga, they do involve some breathing, stretching and relaxing. Attired in a floppy pink hat and using exaggerated gestures, the teacher leads a rowdy group of youngsters through orchestrated movements punctuated by loud, forced laughter and musical accompaniment. Marching around in a circle like elephants, giving each other “laughter” handshakes, and jumping imaginary ropes allow the gleeful kids to enjoy a good workout punctuated by a large dose of playfulness.
—Candace Smith
American Library Association
Booklist Magazine
April 1, 2008
A New Initiative in America
Modern life has robbed children of much of their playtime due to video games, television and the Internet. They are losing their natural childlike playfulness and joy.
Reports have proven that Laughter Yoga is very beneficial to children as it helps reduce their tensions, especially in academics and interpersonal relations.
By producing this Laughter Yoga film for children, Laura Gentry has started a new initiative in America that will help young people laugh and play more, thus developing their emotional intelligence and communication skills as they grow.
—Dr. Madan Kataria
Laughter Yoga Founder
Laughter Friends is mentioned in an article about Laughter Yoga in the May 2008 issue of Healthcare Traveler Magazine. Click the logo below to read "Traveling techs, nurses, & therapists practice laughter yoga on assignment."
Essentially Wonderful!
I am excited and tickled about this DELIGHTFUL film, which is helping bring about awareness of Laughter Yoga. I have a copy of it within arm’s reach at all times!
—Jeffrey Briar
(appeared on Oprah, Dancing with the Stars, Geraldo, etc.)
The Laughter Yoga Institute
of Laguna Beach, California USA
I am excited and tickled about this DELIGHTFUL film, which is helping bring about awareness of Laughter Yoga. I have a copy of it within arm’s reach at all times!
—Jeffrey Briar
(appeared on Oprah, Dancing with the Stars, Geraldo, etc.)
The Laughter Yoga Institute
of Laguna Beach, California USA
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Certifiably GREAT for kids and adults!
I wholeheartedly recommend this beautifully done film by Laughing Laura and her wonderful, young laughing friends! Laura is such a lovely and pure spirit and she clearly understands children. This reasonably priced film has it all: an adorable cast in colorful costumes, exuberant laughter exercises, deep breathing, relaxation, positive messages, and catchy laughter songs. The music and artwork are stunningly congruent with the theme and very appropriate for children. Overall, it highlights the goodness and purity of intention behind Laughter Yoga. I love it! Laughter Friends makes my heart sing!
—Dr. Funshine (a.k.a. Caroline Ann Meeks) M.D.
Pediatrician, Laughter Yoga Teacher & Mother of Three
Fun At-Home Exercise Routine for Kids & Parents
I have been doing the Laughter Friends workout with my 4 year-old daughter in the evenings. She loves the open, playful structure of the workout and she sleeps better afterwards. As a working parent with a hectic schedule, it is difficult to take time for exercise but with this DVD, I am able to exercise with my child in an easy, stress-free manner at home. There are not a lot of options out there like this so I am delighted to have discovered Laughter Friends. I certainly hope other parents will discover it too.
—Karyl Fritsche
Laughter Yoga Leader & Mom
Laughter Friends is a Great Icebreaker!
Last summer I participated in a twelve-day young-adult gathering where Laura Gentry led the group in daily laughter sessions. It became one of the highlights of the gathering. I enjoyed the exercises so much that I bought the DVD to share with my adult friends, and to use as an icebreaker. It makes me laugh every time I play it.
—Kathleen Peer
Peacemaker
Enjoyable Gift for Grandchildren
I purchased Laughter Friends as a Valentine for my 5 grandchildren ages 2-7 (2 families). They all enjoyed it and had fun joining in the activity. It makes a great gift!
—Mary Schweitzer
Laughter Yoga Workout & Songs for Kids
Laughter Yoga instructor, Laura Gentry, invites children to join in on the experience of Laughter Yoga. In the video 19 children—boys and girls of various ages (from pre-school to approx. 12-years-old)— participate in Laughter Yoga exercises. The group activities involve movement and sound. What could be better than getting exercise, feeling better, and interacting with others? This is natural for young children who love to play, act silly, dance and sing...but some older children become inhibited and embarrassed...(and that kind of attitude can dampen the rest of our lives!) This video is a great reminder to get up and move, interact and laugh. It can be used like a workout video or as activities to incorporate with your own children. I am a bit of a quiet, introspective person and it is not my usual routine to be exuberant and noisy and interactive—however I came away with higher energy and a positive outlook when I allowed myself time to be silly and to laugh.
—M. Pettit
Librarian
Certifiably GREAT for kids and adults!
I wholeheartedly recommend this beautifully done film by Laughing Laura and her wonderful, young laughing friends! Laura is such a lovely and pure spirit and she clearly understands children. This reasonably priced film has it all: an adorable cast in colorful costumes, exuberant laughter exercises, deep breathing, relaxation, positive messages, and catchy laughter songs. The music and artwork are stunningly congruent with the theme and very appropriate for children. Overall, it highlights the goodness and purity of intention behind Laughter Yoga. I love it! Laughter Friends makes my heart sing!
—Dr. Funshine (a.k.a. Caroline Ann Meeks) M.D.
Pediatrician, Laughter Yoga Teacher & Mother of Three
Fun At-Home Exercise Routine for Kids & Parents
I have been doing the Laughter Friends workout with my 4 year-old daughter in the evenings. She loves the open, playful structure of the workout and she sleeps better afterwards. As a working parent with a hectic schedule, it is difficult to take time for exercise but with this DVD, I am able to exercise with my child in an easy, stress-free manner at home. There are not a lot of options out there like this so I am delighted to have discovered Laughter Friends. I certainly hope other parents will discover it too.
—Karyl Fritsche
Laughter Yoga Leader & Mom
An Educator's Dream
As an educator, I found Laughter Friends to be refreshing and delightful.
I would highly recommend this to fellow educators. It is an amazing and
productive way to foster team work and acceptance among students. As a parent,
I found Laughter Friends to be a great bonding tool with my son. We have
had so much fun and many laughs with this energetic brainchild of Laura Gentry!
—Rhonda Locklair
Laughter Yoga Leader, Artist, Educator & Mom
Kids will Adore this video (adults too!!)
My 8 & 10 year-old children have enjoyed this video tremendously! One can't help but giggle even while listening to it from the other room ~ ha ha ha ha! Kids will get their insides jiggling from laughter, leaving them refreshed and happy (and they sleep better too!). We love it!
—Jennifer Christiason
Laughter Yoga Leader, Nurse & Mom
Laughter Friends is a Great Icebreaker!
Last summer I participated in a twelve-day young-adult gathering where Laura Gentry led the group in daily laughter sessions. It became one of the highlights of the gathering. I enjoyed the exercises so much that I bought the DVD to share with my adult friends, and to use as an icebreaker. It makes me laugh every time I play it.
—Kathleen Peer
Peacemaker
Enjoyable Gift for Grandchildren
I purchased Laughter Friends as a Valentine for my 5 grandchildren ages 2-7 (2 families). They all enjoyed it and had fun joining in the activity. It makes a great gift!
—Mary Schweitzer
Laughter Yoga Workout & Songs for Kids
Laughter Yoga instructor, Laura Gentry, invites children to join in on the experience of Laughter Yoga. In the video 19 children—boys and girls of various ages (from pre-school to approx. 12-years-old)— participate in Laughter Yoga exercises. The group activities involve movement and sound. What could be better than getting exercise, feeling better, and interacting with others? This is natural for young children who love to play, act silly, dance and sing...but some older children become inhibited and embarrassed...(and that kind of attitude can dampen the rest of our lives!) This video is a great reminder to get up and move, interact and laugh. It can be used like a workout video or as activities to incorporate with your own children. I am a bit of a quiet, introspective person and it is not my usual routine to be exuberant and noisy and interactive—however I came away with higher energy and a positive outlook when I allowed myself time to be silly and to laugh.
—M. Pettit
Librarian
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or e-mail one to laughterfriendsfilm@yahoo.com.