parrthd is dead on with his recommendation. While a Stick or something may be good for you to start with, I don't think a pusher jet or anything in that category would be a good idea.

I flew parrthd's Stick the other day with some massive SuperTigre on it and it had unlimited vertical, was a lot of fun but, most importantly for you, it was STABLE and EASY to fly and control. It will also allow you to practice some maneuvers past the basic loop and roll. I think with just a bit more throw and tailweight I could have had parrthd's hovering.

Just my opinion.