I agree that taking a class is a really good way to 'see' what quilting is all about. But, there are other ways, too. There are lots of books that you could find to help you or spots on U-tube, etc. There are tutorials here on the QB site. You could look around your area for a quilt guild that accepts newby members. I've even seen quilting buddies here on QB where someone ask for help and another member kind of adopts them for helping with questions, etc. So, there are so many ways to get started.
My sister-in-law said she'd never quilt because she thought it would be too much repitition... making many blocks that look the same. But, now she's quilting like crazy. She got bit by the quilting bug (I think I had something to do with that) and there's no turning back. She's done some beautiful quilts.
So, look around and jump in..... there's always someone here on QB that will help you out if you need advice.
Nanna