If you can afford Real Flight you can afford a better plane than the Champ. Not to knock the Champ because for what it is it's executed well, but to my mind the ultra micro planes aren't for beginners unless they are flying indoors. Have a look at the Hobby Zone Super Cub if you absolutely must go at learning on your own. It can take a pretty good bump and will fly ok in light winds. The better route though is to get with an instructor and go ahead to the 4 channel trainers like the Eflite Apprentice.

So here are the questions no one else has asked you. 1. How big is the flying space at your park? You'll need about twice as much space as you think you do. Also, how much human activity and damageable property is there? Don't fly over people or any kind of private property ever. You'll get yourself in trouble and ruin the good reputation that our hobby has built in most places. Also consider where you are going to land and if it's possible for some dead head to come walking or driving through just as you're making your approach. 2. Have you checked the local ordinances about RC plane flying? There aren't a lot of places that have outlawed them, but a few have. 3. What is your total budget for getting into the hobby? There is more to it that just the plane. You'll need multiple batteries, (eventually) a better charger than what comes stock with the RTF planes, spare parts and props, and a case of some kind for your radio and batteries.