4005 I just started last summer and I will tell you I felt the same way you did. I bought a used LT-40 and brought it to the field for the guys. I found a club in the area that I had interest in since it was private and had a nice runway and facilities. The guys there were great and the weekend I first showed up was for the thier flight festival for the public. Let me tell you I found about thirty planes I wanted to fly that first day. Everyday I show up at the field I learn something new. The flight intructor has been great and the others are more then willing to share knowledge. Pay attention and remember no question is silly or not needed. They will show you the ropes and guide you into this new hobby. My biggest fear was crashing and ruining my LT but I ended up crashing on a landing and I fixed my plane and got it airborne quickly since the guys knew what needed to be fixed (but I did the work) The money and time I have saved using a club to learn has been great since I would have crashed and been done the first day.

Happy flying!