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The latest offering from yoga master BKS Iyengar, this large format and richly illustrated book contains easy-to-follow, step-by-step sequences with clear, detailed instructions. Specially adapted postures for beginners and the less flexible. Plus therapeutic yoga programmes for alleviating over 80 ailments - from asthma to stress-related headaches. Suitable for every age and level of ability. Over 1,900 colour photographs. ISBN 0751321672, 416 pages, hb, RRP $55

The world's leading teacher of yoga shows how we can transform ourselves by bringing yogic principles into all aspects of daily living. Iyengar brings readers this new and more complete understanding of the yogic journey. He explores the yogic goal to integrate the body, emotions, mind and soul; the role that postures and breathing play in our search for wholeness; and how yoga can help us to live in harmony with the world. Paperback, 304 pages with 22 photos. ISBN 1405087870. Also available as Audio-book.

Published three times a year in full colour, AYL is Australia's only dedicated yoga magazine, covering a wide range of issues and yoga lineages. Your subscription will commence with the next issue.

This large format, clearly illustrated and accessible book is recognised as a classic companion for the yoga practitioner. Over 100 poses explained step by step, plus sections of Yoga philosophy, pranayama and practice courses. Highly recommended. 192pp, ISBN 0 86318 420 0

A new edition, with larger format and better photos, paper and binding, of the magnum opus of yoga which was first published in 1965 in English. The fullest and most practical book on the subject, with more than 600 illustrations, explaining in detail how to perform more than 200 postures. It also introduces pranayamas, bandhas and kriyas, and has a good introductory discussion on yoga. ISBN 0007107005, 473 pages, pb

Widely acclaimed as a standard reference guide, Light on Pranayama is a worthy companion and sequel to Light on Yoga. A practical and thorough guide for all those wish to learn the art of pranayama. The 14 basic types of pranayama are analyzed in such a way as to offer the reader a programme of 82 carefully graded stages from the simplest breathing patterns to the most advanced. ISBN 0824506863, 296 pages, pb

An in-depth guide to yoic breathing, with instruction CD of 75 minutes. For serious students of yoga who have an established pranayama practice, this book is a follow-up to Rosen?s previous book, The Yoga of Breath. Rosen covers a range of awareness disciplines, breathing practices, mudras, and seals, interspersed with anecdotes and quotes from ancient texts. The enclosed instructional CD offers a variety of guided practices so that listeners can create their own pranayama series, with guidance from the author in the appendix. ISBN 1590302982, 214pp + CD, paperback

"Richard Rosen has written a beautiful and substantial work on pranayama. It is at once both modern and classical. Brilliantly engaging and accessible, it is a guide for practice that can become a companion for life." - Patricia Walden. ISBN 1 570628890, 304 pages, pb

From the author of "The new yoga for people over 50" comes this updated book, subtitled: "Living longer, living stronger, and loving every day". Judith Lasater says: "What a delight to read of "seniors" who are choosing to live life to the fullest and touching their toes while they do it! I strongly recommend this book for all levels of practitioners as well as for yoga teachers".
382 pages, paperback
ISBN 9780757305320

A complete illustrated guide to yoga, including a manual for parents and teachers. Generously illustrated with both photos and line illustrations, this popular book is easy to use for both children, parents and teachers. Includes practice routines, hints for teachers and how to introduce yoga ideas to children. ISBN 81 86112 22 7, 176 pages, pb

An illustrated guide to personal practice of the Primary and Intermediate Series plus Three Short Forms. Introduction by K. Pattabhi Jois. Senior Ashtanga teacher David Swensons classic book is full of detail and hundreds of photographs. Large format, richly-illustrated book with hard-cover and spiral bound for everyday use. 262 pages. RRP $45
Our price $42

Large format, comprehensive book of 305pp by Perth-based Gregor Maehle covers in detail both ashtanga practice with illustrated asana-by-asana description of the Primary Series, and a detailed exposition of yoga philosophy. The book integrates Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and Patanjalis Yoga Sutras as an organic whole. ISBN 0977512606, RRP $59.95, Our price $55

The distinguished daughter of B.K.S. Iyengar brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to presenting the asanas in sections from simple standing postures, through forward bends, lateral movements, backward extensions, sitting poses, inverted poses, and on to breathing techniques. Includes some discussion on aspects of yoga of particular interest to women, including pregnancy and menstruation. 341 pages, pb
ISBN 0931454980

This well illustrated, large format book with yoga sequences by Patricia Walden is subtitled "A lifelong guide to wellness" and includes sections on helpful advice and yoga sequences for relief from common ailments, resource listings and guidance in approaching a womens health through the stages of her life. ISBN 1570624704, 362 pages, large format, RRP $48.95

Subtitled A guide to physical, emotional and spiritual health in midelife and beyond, the book is a companion titled to the authors popular New Yoga for People over 50. The book provides a wide range of useful information and stories about menopause, and how the passage into menopause can be a positive experience using yoga as the catalyst. 269 pages, ISBN 0 7573 0065 0

Recommended by pre-natal teachers as the best prenatal yoga book. Provides 92 poses carefully chosen for their safety and effectiveness during and after pregnancy. Each pose is explained concisely, illustrated with a photograph, and clearly marked with a code that tells which postures are advised for each trimester. This is a supportive guide to safe, gentle stretches that can help pregnancy women adjust to the phsycial and mental demands of labor birth, and motherhood.Spiral bound, 124 pages, ISBN 0 312 02322 7

DVD includes safe stretching and strength-building exercises increase energy and stamina, and develop concentration for labor and delivery. Includes modifications for each trimester, plus bonus Massage for Pregnancy segment. "Yoga for pregnancy" provides 92 poses carefully chosen for their safety and effectiveness during and after pregnancy. Each pose is explained concisely, illustrated with a photograph, and clearly marked with a code that tells which postures are advised for each trimester.

Elegantly written and a joy to read, this collection of essays by Guruji BKS Iyengar covers a wide range: from food and health to life and death, from the nature of yoga practice to guidelines for teachers. He focuses on the eight limbs of Patanjalis classical yoga to demonstrate the inter-relationship and inter-dependence of these various aspects of yoga. Equally relevant to the dedicated practitioner and those interested in finding out more about yoga for the first time. ISBN 0007106998, 187 pages, pb, RRP $27.95

Feuerstein, yoga practitioner and author of more than 20 books about yoga and Indian spirituality, presents accurate and accessible interpretations of these traditions to Western readers. In this primer of yogic thought and practice, he places yoga within a historical context, clears up common misconceptions, defines terms, and provides concise descriptions of the main branches, or schools, of yoga. ISBN 157062142X, 180 pages, pb

A comprehensive survey of the full breadth and depth of the yoga tradition, emphasizing its potent philosophy and spiritual vision. Includes branches and styles of yoga; ethical teachings; meditation and mantras; choosing a teacher; tantra; and the experience of ecstasy. 414pp, ISBN 1570629358

A manual for new practitioners of Iyengar Yoga, this book guides students in their individual practices by providing a step-by-step approach to every action that they need to take in the performance of individual asanas. With many illustrations, the book includes intermediate steps for each pose. A must for all those aspiring to deepen their practice of Iyengar Yoga, and for teachers. ISBN 8187603011, 121 pages, wire bound.

A valuable teaching resource, this 196-page, A4 format book contains detailed notes, photos and commentary from Geeta Iyengar's May 2003 convention in Sydney. Includes introductions, general and pranayama classes, lecture and question-and-answer.

Special $18, usually $21.95
JUST OUT! Green Yoga is a passionate call to yoga practitioners to translate the yogic wisdom teachings into a viable a "green" lifestyle that treats both the inner and outer environment with reverence. The authors say that "the worldwide environment crisis demands that we now do our utmost to help restore Earth's balance". 160 pages.

Anatomy of Movement is a dynamic, integrated approach to the study of the physical structures of the musculoskeletal system and their functional relationship to the movements of the human body. In clear and concise text illustrated with more than a thousand graphic drawings, the author takes the reader on a lively tour of the muscles, bones, ligaments and joints of the arms, legs and trunk. The focus throughout the book is on anatomy not for its own sake, but in its functional relationship to the actual movements of the body in dance, exercise and other physidal disciplines.ISBN0 939616 17 3, 289 pages, pb

Ray Long, orthopedic surgeon annd long-term student of BKS Iyengar has, in conjunction with illustrator Chris Macivor, produced a wonderfully clear, richly illustrated guide to the anatomy of yoga withe 242 pages in more than 400 full colour illustrations. ISBN 0977961419. New, third edition with 50 extra pages.

Ray Long, orthopedic surgeon annd long-term student of BKS Iyengar has, in conjunction with illustrator Chris Macivor, produced a wonderfully clear, richly illustrated companion volume to 'The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga'. 55 yoga poses with stretching biomechanics and physiology. 214 pages with more than 350 full colour illustrations. ISBN 0977961419.

The effects of yoga on each part of the body are thoroughly analysed and explained in 440 pages with hundreds of photos, diagrams and tables. Using basic principles of biomechanics and neurophysiology, the book explains how to improve strength, flexbility and fitness while maintaining joint stability and minimising the risk of injury. A unique and informative guide for teachers and students to all styles of hatha yoga.
ISBN 1921080000
RRP $88 Our price $77

Subtitled "Integration of Yoga and Western medicine for Prevention and Cure", this large format hard-cover book of 496 pages contains many photographs and more than 200 illustrations. Four large sections cover: Yoga and lifestyles (inc. food, growth, working life, sports, yoga and women); Functional anatomy and physiology; Exercise, asanana, prnayama and props; Medical disorders and their management (cardiovascular, pulmonary, gstaronterologic, metabolic, neurological, gynaecological, ENT and orthopaedic). The best text availablem on yoga and western medicine. ISBN 88186852107. Not generally available in Australian bookshops.

Everyone breathes, yet few of us understand how to consciously control breathing to improve our well-being and the quality of many daily activities. Anatomy of Breathing is a clear and helpful guide to both the theory and practice of breathing in its many variations. Hundreds of expert drawings along with easy-to-understand text help you explore just how breathing works.
ISBN 0939616556

New edition with new introduction by BKS Iyengar. Drawn from and reflecting on decades of dedicated yoga practice, the author of Light on Yoga brings a fresh, practical and accessible translation of Patanjali?s Yoga Sutras, including word-for-word interpretations of the key phrases, and a commentary that relates the Sutras back to the practitioner?s lived experience. ISBN 0 00 714516 0 359 pages, pb

Yoga scholar and practitioner, Feuerstein, provides a considered translation of the Yoga Sutras that challenges many of those who have gone before. Precise and technical, the books introductory essays provide the context for the sometimes new interpretations that follows.ISBN 0892812621 179 pages, pb

Translated by Juan Mascaro and introduced by Simon Brodbeck, this Penguin edition of Hinduism?s single most influential piece of literature is both lucid and lyrical. This monumental poem and its narrative dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna explores our spiritual dilemmas and pathways to salvation, as pertinent today as it was at the time of its writing more than two millenium ago. ISBN 0 14 0441212, 86 pages, pb

The original Sanskrit plus an English translation by Lars Martin Fosse. Contains an informative introduction, Sanskrit text, thorough translation, comprehensive glossary of names and nicknames and index. ISBN 9780971646674, 199 pages, paperback.

A new translation of the classic fifteenth century text on Hatha Yoga. This 2002 edition provides an accurate translation accompanied by th Sanskit text and photographs.ISBN 0971646619, 115 pp

A new and definitive edition of the most encyclopedic root text of Hatha Yoga, containing a new introduction, the original Sanskrit, a new English translation by James Mallinson and photogrpahs of the asanas and mudras.127pp, ISBN 0 9716466 3 5

Covers various aspects of Iyengar Yoga practices which somehow cannot be covered in a practical class, including sequencing of asanas, the importance given to timings and the technical intricacies. It explains lucidly as to how the mind is involved in ones practices, how the mind influences ones practices with very practical examples, it guides one in ones practices through various stages and ages of life. 60 pages, saddlestitched

An invaluable compilation of the first five years of the journal of Iyengar Yoga. Many not otherwise available articles on therapy, asana, pranayama, philosophy and teaching. 600 pages in two volumes.

How do we experience the practice of asana? What lies behind the external aspects of the asana, what are the systematic processes behind the experience and how do we explain the various hierachies of practice? Using Trikonasana as an example, Prashant Iyengar discusses how to deepen our practice. A challenging journey with unexpected turns in the path to yogic understanding.

Written at the behest of Yogacharya BKS Iyengar, this book by Dr Telang is the first attempt of its kind to establish a link between the yogic and modern medical sciences.Pune 1999, 232 page pb

Prashant Iyengar's Tuesday classes at the Iyengar Institute in Pune, India are often long remembered. Now detailed notes of his teaching for a full year are available in this large format, spiral bound, unique volume of 256 pages. Detailed descriptions of asana and pranayama and Prashant's philosophical take on it all.

The first volume in a series collecting the works of BKS Iyengar. The bbok has three sections: biographic works, yoga explained and Patanjali anh his yoga system. Includes 15 table. ISBN 8177640461, 288pp, softcover.

In the second volume of the compilation of BKS Iyengar?s lifelong writings, lectures and articles, the focus is again on Patanjali?s system and its application to yoga today, with sections on: Astanga yoga; Hatha yoga; and My vision of yoga. ISBN 81 7764 178 6, 328 pp, pb

In the third volume of the compilation of BKS Iyengar?s lifelong writings, lectures and articles, subjects include yoga therapy, ayurveda, academics, sport, practice and teaching of yoga as art, science and way of life. ISBN 81 7764 361 4, 314pp, pb

This fourth volume in the selected works of BKS Iyengar includes a unique set of 24 interviews with Guruji between 1958 and1986. ISBN 81 7764 578 1, 278 pp, pb

This fifth in the collected works of BKS iyengar conatins more than 300 pages of interviews given between 1987 and 1992, plus 52 illustrations.ISBN 817764713X, 301pp, pb

The sixth vlume in the collected works of BKS Iyengar comprises 20 articles based on interviews with Iyengar between 1993 and 1999. Includes 55 illustrations. Pune 2006, 330 pp, ISBN 8177649760

The most recent volume in a series collecting the works of BKS Iyengar. The book has nine sections: Yoga in General; On Patanjali and Yoga; On Astanga Yoga; On Hatha Yoga; Kundalini; On my practice; The Practical Pshychology of Yoga; Adjustments in Practice; On Practice-Theory. Includes 77 plates and 4 tables. ISBN 8184242832, 361pp, softcover. Also available Wholesale.