Cadets
Scott, may I reccomend the Air Cadets to you. A great way to have a look at the flying community, from the Armed Forces to the civil aeroclubs. Plus you generally get to do lots of Fam flying, including gliding etc. There is also the possiblity of getting your gliders licence and Private Pilots licence on scholarship. Go and have a look at least, they do lots of great activities for young people.
Good luck and let us all know how you get on
Nosey