I did.
Our local college ran a beginners class. It was great having someone right there when things went wrong, or to answer any questions.
What I've found since is that techniques can be very personal, and the way one person does things is not necessarily the best way. And the style preference has a great impact too. The teacher was very into "cheats" and shortcuts and super-quick quilts, whereas I've discovered I like the more intricate and involved quilts, I have the patience and enthusiasm to put a lot more time into mine.