Steelwoolghandi- I heard back from Austin RC, here is their answer:

yes we do train new students. Loyd coordinates the training right
now, he is out at the field most every weekend. there is no cost
and yes we do have buddy boxes. typically we will do a few
sessions without a membership to the club, but you do need ama
membership. www.modelaircraft.org

let me know if you have any other questions.

Pat

No more excuses. GO FLY!!! and have fun