Very good question. I think it depends on what you want to accomplish here. Do you just want to play and have fun without great competition in a tournament then I personally would just play and have fun.
If you want to get good and learn some tips to play well and build lasting friendships along the way then a Country Club is the way to go.
But which Club, there are so many great clubs out there.
I recently started a training club. Were new players can really up there game and then move on to a big Club. Here is the WGT Pinhunters website it has a ton of tips for this game.
I guess it really depends on what you want to get out of your time here at WGT. For me it has been sharing many tips at one location so players can work on their game. As well as learning to play good and to be competitive.
In my short time the friends I have made are numerous, both players and CC owners. Not because I am that great a guy, but I just love working at helping others get better. Dont get me wrong, there are so...so many on here that help others with their game.
Sorry I think I just muddied the water for you. But good luck.
Gary