This is the google link to the SMLYC-2025 registration form https://forms.gle/kZeC76rnk4qyPRkU9

The Johor Bahru Happy and Joyous Club is organizing the 2nd Malaysian Laughter Yoga Conference.  We are targeting 300 delegates from more than 15 different countries... Presenters confirmed are from Malaysia, Indonesia, Tunisia, Bahrain, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, Ireland, England, Australia, India, Italy...

The details of the conference are as follows:
• Date: 25th – 27th July 2025
• Venue: New York Hotel, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
• Theme: Embrace Laughter
Pre-conference on 24th July 2025

Conference hotel: New York Hotel, No. 22, Jalan Dato’ Abdullah Tahir, 80300 Johor Bahru.   http://www.newyorkhotel.com.my/  New York Hotel is a Business Class Hotel with 413 well appointed rooms & suites - the ideal stop-over for all leisure and business travelers. Conveniently and strategically located in commercial district and is only 10 minutes drive to Johor Bahru-Singapore Causeway and 20 minutes drive to North-South Highway and 30 minutes drive to Sultan Ismail International Airport.

Special Deluxe room rate for delegates:  RM190nett per night with 2 breakfast. Contact Hayati Koh at Tel: 016-7215381 or email: hayati@newyorkhotel.com.my

Tour agent: East Coast Adventure Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd (Contact Liza at Tel: 019-7713877)

The objectives of this conference are to:
1. Promote Laughter as a Way of Life
• To inspire individuals to embrace laughter as a powerful tool for cultivating joy, resilience and a positive outlook on life.
2. Foster Connections and Collaboration
• To bring together Laughter Yoga practitioners, enthusiasts and professionals from Malaysia and around the world, creating a supportive community for sharing ideas, experiences and best practices.
3. Empower a Healthier, Happier World
• To educate participants on the holistic benefits of laughter, empowering them to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives while spreading joy in their communities.

Tentative Program – as at 5/1/25

2nd Malaysia Laughter Yoga Conference 2025

Venue: New York Hotel, Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Pre-conference (Thursday, 24th July 2025) (Venue to be confirmed later)

14:00-16:30 Public Seminar by Dr. Madan Kataria & others - optional

19:00-22:30 Public Dinner Talk by Dr. Madan Kataria & others - optional

Friday 25th July 2025 (New York Hotel)

10:00-12:30 Registration at hotel

14:00-14:30 Welcome

14:30–15:30 Plenary 1 – Dr. Kataria

15:30-16:00 Refreshment (Tea Break)

16:00-17:30 Plenary 2 – Presenter 1 & 2 (45 mins each)

17.30-19:00 Free & Easy

19:00-22:30 Welcome Dinner (New York Hotel)

Saturday 26th July 2025 (New York Hotel)

06:00-07:00 Meditation, Laughter & Breathing Exercises with Dr. Kataria - optional

07:30-09:00 Breakfast for Hotel Guests

09:00-09:30 Opening Ceremony

09:30-10:15 Keynote Address by Dr. Kataria

10:15-10:30 Refreshment (Tea Break)

10:30-12:00 Plenary 3 – Dr. Kataria

12:00-12.45 Sharing by delegates (5 mins each)

13:00-14:00 Lunch Break

14:00-15:30 Concurrent workshops – Presenter 3/4/5/6

15.30-15.45 Refreshment (Tea Break)

15:45-17:15 Concurrent workshops – Presenter 7/8/9/10

17:15-19:00 Free & Easy

19:00-23.00 Outdoor Dinner (to be confirmed later)

Sunday 27th July 2025 (New York Hotel)

06:00-07:00 Meditation, Laughter & Breathing Exercises with Dr. Kataria - optional

07:30-09:00 Breakfast for Hotel Guests

09:00-10:30 Plenary 4 – Presenter 11 & 12

10:30-10:45 Refreshment (Tea Break)

10:45-12:15 Plenary 5 – Presenter 13 & 14

12:15-12:40 Closing Ceremony

12:40-14:00 Farewell Lunch – End of Conference & Bye-Bye