First MA experience

I was wondering if anyone would like to share the loss of their martial arts virginity.

Where did you start training?
Was it a McDojo?
Are you still with the same gym/dojo/school?
Was it a good experience?
Please provide a funny or interesting story about your early training days.
and finally, any advice for a newbies first trip to the gym?

I would start the discussion off, but I still have my MAV-card, waiting until the summer to start.

Thank you for your time!
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