Don't buy anything.

maybe, maybe not.

Get some experience.

yeah.

Take courses at sailing clubs,

nah. It is cheaper to buy an old small boat and go sailing. quicker learning
to boot.

then offer yourself to slave and grind for a couple
racing boats.

pick the back of the pack race boats. those who want to win don't want
beginners. Those who just want to be out there don't care.

Take the courses offered by the CG

nah. don't waste your money.