Intrigued by yoga but not quite sure where to start? After all, by now you've certainly heard the health benefits to the mind, body and soul but the question is, what's the 4-1-1 on beginners yoga?

Listen up, newbies. Firstly, as you begin, you'll need to figure out where to do it. Then, you'll need to know which class matches your fitness level. If your health club already offers yoga classes as part of your membership, you can test different classes there. If you scout out local classes in your neighborhood or rely on recommendations, you can expect to pay about $15 per class depending on where you live.

Although yoga instructors are not required to be certified, many are trained at yoga teaching schools. As you explore your options, it's key to find an instructor who has relevant teaching experience. In addition, if you have pre-existing medical conditions you may want to discuss yoga with your doctor before beginning. However, depending on your ailment doctors may have prescribed yoga as a holistic way to improve your health.

The beauty of yoga is you don't need to even be in shape to begin! You'll develop flexibility the more you practice.

Many new yogis begin with Hatha Yoga, during which you'll learn the basic poses at a relaxed pace. Once you've mastered that, you may want to move onto other classes like Iyengar Yoga which focuses on specific muscle alignments and holding poses for extended periods of time.

Most classes are 30 to 90 minutes long and don't require much equipment. All you really need is a yoga mat and some space to practice! Some beginners may prefer to start with an at-home workout courtesy of yoga DVDs. Although you won't have an expert giving you feedback, you may enjoy the privacy of getting used to the poses and moving at your own pace.

More Yoga Terms Defined from That's Fit:
Ashtana Yoga
Kundalini Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Power Yoga
Prenatal Yoga
Vinyasa Yoga
Yoga Benefits
Yoga For Strength Training