With over 20 million practitioners in the U. S. alone, yoga is more popular than ever. For those interested in starting a practice of their own but hesitant about attending a class, Shiva Rea presents The Beginner’s Guide to Yoga—the perfect introduction to hatha yoga. Complete with a 60-minute guided session with yoga basics and simple poses—plus a detailed study guide with instructional photographs—here is an easily accessible how-to program from one of the world’s most respected yoga teachers.

Acclaimed yoga instructor Shiva Rea introduces listeners to the basic concepts of yoga: what it is, what it is used for, a brief history, and a basic introduction to the postures and language. More than 60 minutes are dedicated to practicing the various postures, or asanas. This program is for the beginning yoga student who has had little or no previous experience.