I found a local Iyengar yoga school. An excerpt from their site:

Level 1 Iyengar

This class is very focused on precise body alignment. Based in the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar, It is yoga taught with highly verbal instructions. Errors are actively corrected so that students can find the correct form for their body in each pose. Props such as belts, blocks and blankets are used in the class to help people adjust into proper alignment in poses. This style helps to prevent any pain or injury in the poses. In this class you will build strong legs and increase vitality. The class moves slowly and this helps to bring more awareness. It takes time to move into a pose and to become stable. This class will help your practice to change and expand. Take this class to bring a positive effect to your nervous system.
Unfortunately the prices are beyond my finances, and there is only 1 Iyengar yoga class per week.

Drop In $18
10 classes (valid 90 days) $150
30 classes (valid 180 days) $400
75 classes (valid 240 days) $750
Monthly Unlimited $165
3 Months Unlimited $450
Yearly Unlimited $1400



I cannot sit cross-legged for more than 15-20 mins. without my foot going numb (compressed nerve even after my back surgery), and I am extremely inflexible.

However, I found some books written by Guruji himself. I was wondering if anyone could give an opinion on them: which one is better, should I even attempt using a book, etc. I would get my own blocks and supports, mat and anything else recommended. The books are:

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/iyen...=9781405317382

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/iyen...=9780756642839

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bks-...=9780756633622

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/ligh...=9780805210316

Thanks for anything you can suggest.