Self-Growth Improv and Laughter Yoga

Join us for a journey of creativity, growth, and elevated spirit and well-being in this two-

part event.

Part 1: Self-Growth Improv: A Beginner Introduction led by Val Adlington is a

beginner-friendly improv class offering a playful and powerful pathway to personal and

spiritual growth. Through simple improvisation exercises, participants will explore how

being present, supportive, and flexible allows us to meet life as it unfolds—without

needing a plan or judging ourselves.

We will begin with a short-guided meditation to open the heart, helping us arrive

grounded, receptive, and connected—ready to both give and receive.

Improv gently teaches essential life skills: active listening, adaptability, emotional

awareness, and trust in yourself and others. By practicing the core improv principle of

“Yes, and…,” participants learn to accept what is happening and build forward with

curiosity rather than resistance. In a supportive, low-pressure environment, mistakes

are welcomed as opportunities, helping quiet the inner critic, reduce anxiety, and build

resilience.

This class encourages spontaneity, creativity, and self-confidence while strengthening

empathy and communication. Improv shows us that we don’t need to know the next

step to move forward—we just need to stay present. What emerges is greater self-trust,

deeper connection, and a renewed ability to navigate uncertainty with openness and

grace.

Part 2: A Laughter Yoga Experience is a brief introduction and then practice of

Laughter Yoga. For those not familiar, Laughter yoga (Hasya yoga) is an exercise

routine that combines intentional laughter with deep belly breathing, without any difficult

movements or relying on jokes or humor. Created in 1995 by Indian physician Dr.

Madan Kataria, it is based on the idea that your body cannot tell the difference between

fake and real laughter, providing the same physical and mental health benefits.

Alternating laughter exercises with deep pranayama breathing increases oxygen flow to

the brain and body – releasing stress, boosting your mood, and contributing to better

health.

We will begin with a brief introduction and then:

 Use warm-up and breathing exercises to quickly shift focus, warm up the lungs,

and wake up the room

 Use laughter connection icebreakers to eliminate awkwardness rapidly through

eye contact and play

 In the longest focus of the session, use core laughter exercises to drive oxygen

to the brain and trigger deep diaphragmatic belly laughs

 Use a seated or laying down laughter meditation to allow a quick, purely internal

emotional release without physical strain

 Conclude with a grounding and closing exercise that stabilizes the nervous

system and leaves participants feeling calm, centered, and clear-headed.

FIRST TIMERS: No prior experience with improv or laughter yoga is necessary—just a

willingness to show up as you are. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early so you can get

situated. You are also welcome to walk our grounds or check out our crystal shop.

RSVP: Space is limited so a RSVP is requested. This also helps us to notify you in case

of any changes.

IMPORTANT DIRECTIONS: The address is 15406 Riding Stable rd. Property is at end

of 1/2 mile driveway into the woods. You will drive over a small stream. Please be

EXTRA MINDFUL to drive slowly (under 10 MPH) as to not stir any driveway dust. It is a

shared driveway so it’s important to respect our neighbors. Please do not stop to

interact with horses.

COST: To help make this affordable to all, we have an offering range of $15-$25. If you

would like to contribute in another way, please inquire beforehand.

With Love and Gratitude