Pick a fun comp to learn the art. I went to the Chabre Open 2018 organised by Jocky Sanderson. Very well run.

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My tips:

• If I went again I would get there at least a week before and do some guided flying. 

• Make sure you understand lee side thermals and valley winds.

• Be 100% familiar with your flight instruments especially entering waypoints and routes. Including entering manual waypoints.

• Try and fly the course with others. Aim for goal but not to be first.

• Have fun, don't try too hard. 

• It's a great way to fly new places with excellent weather advice, retrieves and lots of help from other pilots.