yay yoga class!! good for you!
as far as what to expect, it's hard to say, since each class is so different. Even at the same studio, different teachers might be very different. Power yoga is often more strenuous and will have you moving a lot, as opposed to kripalu that is more just stretchy. Is your class in a heated studio?
please don't worry about others in the class!! No one will laugh at you! Yoga is not just physical exercise, it's also a spiritual exercise. People who practice it should also be practicing mindfulness, caring for the spirit, etc. These values don't translate into humiliating others! Any yoga instructor knows that, and should create a class environment that is gentle and caring.
On that note, the one piece of advice I would give is to introduce yourself to the instructor and let him/her know it's your first class. You'll get more attention that way, and the instructor should offer modifications for more difficult poses. And always remember, if you get tired, go into child's pose. There's no shame in it.
Have fun!!
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