Eauh,

I started with no club, no instructor, and an 'indestructible' plane. I was able to fly quite a few times without any serious crashes. The problem was not with destroying the plane, but learning to fly. I was reluctant to go to a club, and really wanted to do it on my own. Eventually, I did decide to join a club, and learn with an instructor. I learned much more, and never even came close to crashing my plane. If you have a club available, I really recommend that you go that way. It doesn't take any more time, and you will get more out of the time you spend.

Good luck,

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