Ashtanga Yoga: The Definitive Step-By-Step Guide to Dynamic Yoga

My yoga teacher recommended it to me and I couldn't find it when I was in Spain. It's a good book to continue the practice of yoga when you can't attend the classes and want to improve.

Excellent yoga book which is well written and very informative for a beginner to Ashtanga yoga.

Highly recommended by Astanga practiioners, clear and easy to follow if you already have some knowledge of Astanga - probably not for beginners

Precise instructions on every asana, very good details. A must for every practicioner. Also recomend the videos from John Scott.

Ashtanga Yoga by John Scott is a great step-by-step book for those wanting to learn more about the latest celebrity craze of dynamic yoga. Although the pictures and text are easy to follow, it's worth noting that the knowledge and help you get from attending an actual class are invaluable. This book would help those most who have practised Hatha yoga before, as many of the positions are shown in this book. The only down side was the last section of the book which focuses on some of the more complicated positions that would definately require a teacher as only the extremely fit and experienced would be able to successfully attempt these at home. It also lists a great directory of where to find classes in the back section, although this is mainly in America and not in the UK. John Scott also warns that certain positions should not be approached by some, ie if you're pregnant or have back preoblems. That said, rock star Sting has endorsed this book and as a follower his approval is valued. I thought this was a great introduction to Ashtanga Yoga.

This is a good basic introduction to ashtanga yoga. It's pretty accessible with clear photos and explanations. I would say that it's best used together with classes.