Like the OP I've been wanting to take up gliding for the last few years. But because of various reasons have had to make do with only looking up at the sky on my quick visits to the local field (Lasham) on times I've just happened to be in the area.
My New Year resolution this year was that this would be the year. So just after Christmas, I went and bought some gliding study books to tie-myself over until time permits.
I've got one question bugging me though before I commit - will soaring suit me?
To answer that question - I was wanting to go for a soaring flight after the trial flight before committing to the courses, time and expenses.
Does anyone know how I can experience a soaring flight to allow me to answer my nagging question? There doesn't seem to be a "soaring" experience option on any of the web-sites for any of the local glider clubs.