Welcome to the neighborhood
I started coming to SCS about a year ago and I've learned so much from the ladies here by reading posts and asking questions. The best part about other's questions is that you learn a technique or product exists that you wouldn't be aware of otherwise. I find that local classes are too product specific and little is left to the imagination. Youtube is definitely the way to go because you get to learn what interests you specifically and it's all up to you how you want to incorporate that. No cookie cutters, no rules, just fun.
Anyway, enjoy what you do and make it your own!