Have been told by a couple of clubs that they would not look favourably on an instructor trained in the US.
Frankly this is typical of the short sightedness of those who have never flown there or experienced the quality of training over there.
Given a level playing field I too would go for the US, as you will get things done in the time and within budget, However, if you want to work here perhaps you should train here.
With regards to recommendations here...I'll tell you in a couple of weeks!!
[This message has been edited by clear prop!!! (edited 09 June 2001).]