Audio CD's

Books

Asana, Pranayama, Mudra, Bandha by Swami Satyananda Saraswati.

Recognised internationally as one of the most systematic yoga manuals available today.

Provides clear illustrations and step by step directions to smoothly guide the practitioner through the simplest to the most advanced practices.

Includes the benefits and contra-indications of each technique, and specifies the focal points and breath awareness to maximise the benefits and deepen the experience of the practices.

For doctors and yoga therapists there is a therapeutic index which incorporates the findings of yoga research. Suitable for all teachers and practitioners. $45

Prana and Pranayama (NEW) by Swami Niranjanananda

is a comprehensive text on the classical philosophy of prana, life force, and pranayama, expansion and control of the life force. It provides a complete description of the science of pranayama as presented in the classical texts and as taught in the Satyananda Yoga tradition by the Bihar School of Yoga.

The first part of the book explores the theory of prana and its related yogic concepts: koshas, chakras, nadis and mantras. Secondly, it expands upon respiratory physiology and current research undertaken by science on pranayama. In the practical section, specific guidelines for practising pranayama are given, using detailed instructions and illustrations. Throughout the text, scriptural sources further enhance the reader's understanding, bringing to light the original essence and intent of these classical teachings.

$35

Prana, Pranayama, Pranavidya by Swami Niranjananada.

A comprehensive text on prana and pranayama.

Includes detailed instructions on all the practises dealing with awakening and harmonising of the vital force. The various stages of prana vidya and other forms of pranic healing are also described.

Suitable for intermediate to advanced practitioners.

$30

Introduction to Yoga Asana & Pranayama

A great book for those new to yoga - contains diagrams and simple instructions on postures and breathing techniques.

Comes with a CD ( book & Cd set $33) which together forms an ideal combination to support a beginners discovery of yoga. Traditional postures are described in ways which make them safe and easy for beginners.

$15

Energy the Spark of Life & Universal Goddess

By Swami Muktibodhananda Saraswati.

This book aims at fulfilling your needs as a yoga aspirant whether you are a novice or an experienced practitioner. Explained are the principles of yoga and techniques that harness your mental and physical energies.

$45

Yoga Education for Children by Swami Satyananda

Contains a wide range of yogic techniques and activities for children including asana, pranayama, yoga games, relaxation and meditation, and stories along with explanation of how to introduce yoga into the classroom and yoga therapy for specific childhood problems. A good reference for yoga teachers.

$30

Surya Namaskara by Swami Satyananda Saraswati

Surya namaskara, or Salute to the Sun, is a wholistic and versatile practice which when done regularly revitalises the whole system, promotes health and mental alertness and releases stress. With chapters on the solar tradition, psychodynamics, spinal manipulation, the endocrine system and the surya and bija mantras. When practised regularly, it revitalizes the energy, promotes health and mental alertness and releases stress. Concentration on chakras or psychic centres associated with each posture removes energy blocks and enhances the free flow of energy.

$15

Dharana Darshan by Swami Niranjanananda

Dharana Darshan includes never before published classic meditation practices derived from the Upanishads, the Tantras and other traditional yogic texts. The core of the book is the adaptation of these complex concentration practices for the modern day practitioner . Explains the theory and purpose of concentration, psychic symbols and visualisation, and outlines the obstacles commonly encountered by practitioners. For those familiar with the fundamentals of meditation.

$45

Kundalini Tantra by Swami Satyananda Saraswati

Swami Satyananda's seminal work on kundalini chakras and kriya yoga. Defines and explains kundalini and provides a detailed account of it's awakening and both how to elicit and how to mange this. Includes a comprehensice description of each chakra and it's significance. Instructions are included on how to balance each centre for greater harmony in mind, body and spirit and in preperation for kundalini shakti. The 20 kriyas and their preparatory practices elucidated. Includes colour plates.

$45

Yoga Nidra by Swami Satyananda Saraswati

This book introduces the practice of Yoga NidraTM, the state of dynamic sleep , explaining how it works in both yogic and scientific terms. It includes several class transcriptions and covers the many applications of this versatile technique which has been used for deep relaxation, for educational purposes and to harmonise the many layers of the mind.

$25

Meditations from the Tantras by Swami Satyananda Saraswati

Shows the student of meditation the preperation that is necessary and the practical methods that exist to attain methods that exist to attain meditative experiences for themselves. Contains actual transcripts of Swami Satyananda's meditation classes. Featuring fundamental pratyahara (sensory withdrawal) practices such as Antar Mouna TM, ajapa japa, trataka, the kriyas and different forms of mantra practice. Remains one of the clearest and best books available on the essential foundations for meditation.

$30

Sri Vijnana Bhairava Tantra by Swami Satyasangananda

Swami Satyasangananda Saraswati
This text comprises 112 different dharanas (techniques) of concentration, which can easily be incorporated into one's daily life. These techniques provide a way to gradually develop concentration & meditation. Includes a detailed introduction & extensive commentary on dharana in relation to the tantric view of meditation.

$40

Sure Ways to Self-Realization by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
Swami Satyananda delineates the path of meditation, the obstacles that confront the practitioner and the means of overcoming them. Includes theory and instructions for a vast range of yogic meditation techniques such as Antar Mouna™, Yoga Nidra™, trataka, ajapa japa, prana vidya and kriya yoga along with some other more unusual and creative meditations. Suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced.

$40

Tattwa Shuddhi by Swami Satyasangananda

Theory and practical instructions on Tattwa Shuddhi, the ancient tantric practice for purification and transformation of the five basic elements which comprise every individual.

Contains the theory of tattwas and detailed instructions for the practice which uses tantric tools of yantra, mantra and mandala.

$15

The Bhagavadgita translated by Swami Sivananda

The Bhagavad Gita is one phase of the Tripod of Indian philosophy and culture, the other two phases being the Upanishads and the Bhramasutras. The Bhagavadgita blends together the Transcendent and the Immanent features of the Ultimate Reality, bringing together into an integrated whole knowledge and action, the inner and the outer, the individual and the society, man and God, all which are portrayed as facets of a Universal Operation, presenting entire life and all life as a perfectly complete organic wholeness, leaving nothing unsaid and attempting to solve every problem of life.

$35

Hatha Yoga Pradipika - Maharishi Swatmarama, translation and commentary by Swami Satyananda Saraswati and Swami Muktibodhananda.
Elucidates the entire science of hatha yoga as it was conceived and practised, not for health and fitness only, but for awakening the pranas, chakras and kundalini shakti. Points out that hatha yoga is not just a physical practice but a process of cellular transmutation from gross to subtle to divine.

$40

Four Chapters on Freedom by Swami Satyananda Saraswati

Includes the full Sanskrit text of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, along with transliteration, translation and commentary. The Yoga Sutras are the most respected treatise on yoga. The extensive commentary on each sutra fully explains the text and the path of raja yoga

$35

Yoga Chundamani Upanishad by Swami Satyadharma Saraswati
Delineates the ancient text of kundalini awakening and discusses the nadis, prana vayus, chakras, kundalini shakti, ajapa, gayatri and pranav. Includes original Sanskrit verses with transliteration and comprehensive commentary

$25

Asthma and Diabetes by Dr Swami Shankardevananda

Includes information on the causes and effects of both diseases, medical, yogic and other treatments, diet and the path to health.

$25

The Effects of Yoga on Hypertension by Dr Swami Shankardevananda

Dr Swami Shankardevananda covers scientific and yogic explanation of the cardiovascular system and the various causes of hypertension. Also includes yogic and lifestyle measures for reducing blood pressure and a weekly chart of yoga techniques with clear instructions.

$20

Yogic Management of Common Diseases by Swami Karmananda

Deals with 37 common diseases, both serious and chronic, which afflict the human body

$25

Yoga and Cardiovascular Management by Swami Karmananda and Swami Satyananda

Discussions between Swami Satyananda and a group of French medical experts, physicians and yoga teachers on Yoga and the medical management of cardiovascular disease. The whole range of heart and vascular diseases are discussed from both the modern scientific and yogic viewpoints

$20

Yoga for the Digestive System by Dr Swami Shankardevananda

This book deals with the digestive system, including the physiology of digestion, the psychology of hunger and eating, and yogic management of a variety of digestive disorders from simple wind and indigestion to acidity, constipation, piles, and diarrhoea, with special reference to diet. Clear instructions and diagrams for each practice are given, which even a beginner can follow

$25

Malas - these malas are made at Bihar School of Yoga, Bihar, India. They can be worn around the neck, and can be used for japa (repetition of a mantra) meditation with mantra. There are 108 beads on each mala.

Sandalwood - dark and light - for psychic protection $15

Rudraksha - $20 and Tulsi - $15

Neti Pots

Jala Neti is a therapeutic tool used to clear the nasal and sinus passages, using warm salty water and has a huge number of benefits. Neti helps to releive sinus congestion and hayfever, headaches, insomnia, depression and anxiety.

It is easy to use, and can be done daily.

$35 ceramic. $22 plastic. Tuition is advised.

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