I didn't pay for a while just puttered around to learn the game then got addicted. I read a lot of the forum, reviews on clubs, game tips, etc..., then experimented with what worked for me. All things considered I think it's pretty cheap entertainment that, unlike other games I play, doesn't require any special hardware to get better at.
Enjoy sir, and if you ever see me online on a weekend and feel like a round, hit me up. I'm absolutely horrible but I enjoy it.