I read this thread with interest although I have no particular feelings pro/against using video recordings for learning. But there seems to be a very clear majority view from everybody from newly qualified pilots to very experienced instructors that it is unlikely to add much training value, especially in the very early stages. So why not do as Jonkster says, get the first couple of lessons under your belt and once you have some personal experience, see if and how you still think it would be helpful for you? With the amount of time posting on this thread has doubtless already taken, I bet you could have read most of the Air Law book, which would give you a far better head start before your first lesson!! Good luck with your training- it's a wonderful experience.