I wouldn't fool with aerobatics yet....just shoot good landing approaches and keep it steady on the stick. Some folks pick up solo quickly, some don't. Just be careful and get comfortable with it. The worst problem I've seen with newbies is they tend to get too nervous and jerk the sticks alot and over control it straight into the ground.

Since you've been flying a sim you shouldn't have the problem of reverse controlling when its flying toward you. Keep practicing...you will have it down soon!