Favorite Books for Beginners

30 Essential Yoga Poses: For Beginning Students and Their Teachers
Judith Hanson Lasater draws on her wealth of yoga practice and teaching experience, as well as her training as a physical therapist, to present this comprehensive resource for beginning students and their teachers. 

Yoga for Every Body: A beginner’s guide to the practice of yoga postures, breathing exercises and meditation
You don’t need to look a certain way to practise yoga. Regardless of the images that are displayed all over the internet, you don’t need to be a certain shape, size, gender, race or age to do yoga.

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda
Discover the timeless wisdom of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali with this insightful translation and commentary by Swami Satchidananda. Far from merely ancient teachings, these sutras, composed over 2,000 years ago, are presented with clarity, making them accessible and relevant to modern seekers. Swami Satchidananda offers a profound interpretation grounded in a nondual perspective, skillfully bridging the dualistic philosophy within the text. This essential guide to Raja Yoga goes beyond theory, providing practical wisdom for mastering the mind, cultivating inner peace, and navigating the challenges of daily life. Whether you are new to Yoga or deep in your practice, this book will serve as a treasured resource on your spiritual journey.