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I like what I've read, Gordon always says things that are well thought out and diplomatically put, both he & Simple yogini even lean towards no sun salutes, but I'll say it out right: no need for them. There are plenty of classes one can *do* them in and restorative is all about *un-doing*. I find myself jumping in the Judith Lasater camp--I trained relax and renew with her and follow her all over the country when I get the chance. . I also teach 2-3 restoratives a week and I am finding less is more. and i say maybe 5 poses max in an hour and 15 minute class.

Lack of props is difficult. But work with what you've got.
You can't teach people to relax you can just set up conditions upon which they can relax. creating an environment is key. The space should warm enough and lighting should be low. If there are no eyebags then small wash cloths work in a pinch.
if you can get 2 blankets a person you can get a lot done. You can also split my classes in half like I have putting some people in legs up the wall w/ minimal props and the others in poses with the props and then call "chinese fire drill" or whatever politically correct version of that you can and switch. I've even paired people up and had them share props switching simpler poses to more complex. Before they took the program away at the gym I had limited props but did what I could. 3 blankets rolled up becomes a bolster, towels can support necks in upright poses alleviating strain.

imporatnt poses: SUpta abddha konasana,
legs up the wall, or even leggs up on a chair is nice as the additional blood flow to the chest and neck causes the baro receptors to respond making the parasympathetic nervous (rest and digest) system to kick in. Supported savasana
the key is NOT to build up heat, not to stretch but to relax.
Light Pranayamas are good, try and focus on relaxing neck and shoulders with no strain to breath, no tension in the head whatsoever. All the while gently encouraging longer exhales.
here's a restorative FAQ sheet I used to hand out:
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Restorative yoga FAQ

Yoga: System of stretching, moving, and thinking states

Restorative yoga: no stretching, or moving, but emphasis on the thinking state--bringing it into quiescence

How is this quiescence achieved?

Setting up conditions that allow one not only to relax but actually attain a state of relaxation.
e.g. using yogic principles to manipulate the body, particularly the spine and nervous system into states of comfort and support , once the body is amply comfortable one can relax.

Isn't this just like meditating?

Not necessarily, during meditation the brain is in an actively conscious state and in relaxation the brain is in a passive state. However, one can use this practice in conjunction with a meditation practice. By bringing the body into comfort and quieting the mind, one can learn to sit still for longer periods of time preparing one for a deeper meditation. One can also just use this practice just to relax. Relaxation is essential to developing a meditation practice.

With all this relaxation aren't I just going to fall asleep?

Maybe, but sleep can also be achieved in states that may not be relaxing--however, if one is sleep deficient, one may fall asleep when one achieves a relaxed state. This may be desirable for the person who is sleep deficient, however it is not necessarily the means to an end of a restorative yoga practice.

What are the benefits?

The detriments of stress are well known and well documented within the medical mainstream community. Relaxation can help eradicate the ills of being in a state of prolonged stress.

Why aren't I trying to stretch? I thought yoga was all about stretching?

Because a good stretch requires muscle activity. If the muscles are active it is harder to quiet the brain. A " good opening" may feel like a light stretch at first, but once one settles in it does not feel like a stretch in comparison to an active stretch.

What is a good opening?

a good opening either allows part of the body to come into comfort, or it may be an opening that allows one to breathe easier.

How long do I need to practice?

Short answer:
How long have you got?
Realistically, this depends on the person. 20 minutes a day minimum is a great place to start. as it takes at least 15 minutes to relax fully.
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As for injuries I stay mindful of them and don't put people in positions that don't work with their particular pathology however I remind them that this is not a therapeutics class, yet the therapeutic benefit to relaxing helps the whole system heal.

Good luck! restorative yoga is very difficult to teach as you want to give people more but it's better they do less. Also the people most resistant are the ones who need it the most (don't try convincing them of that, just hope they eventually grok it). I actually hated the first restorative class I took but I also didn't understand it. It is now a big part of my practice.

bern