I learned with the help of a instructor, and would highly recomend it. Although it is possible to learn alone, it is extremely difficult to sucessfully fly with out any help, trying to fly a plane that is way out of trim will be a handfull. Im still new myself, but i would at least find someone to look the plane over and make sure everything is set up correctly and; if possible have someone with a little experiance fly the plane for you to help trim it out.

If nothing else download FMS, free flight sim, at least it will give you an idea of the orientation of the aircraft, or if you can swing it, and absoulutly cant find anyone to help you, I would highly recomend buying real flight G2, its expensive but will increase your chances of sucess greatly, plus it will help you down the road with aerobatics and such.

Anyway, im sure most everyone here will agree to get help with your first few flights, or as I mentioned at least have someone look the plane over. One more thing, you should join the AMA to receive insurance, plus most clubs require it to fly at their fields.

Good Luck!!!!