Learning to drive!

[MikeMercury]

Some good advice there. I would emphasise just one thing. Only have lessons with a professional instructor. Don't be tempted to have "practice" lessons with anyone else as they will tell you to do things in a different way, possibly passing on their bad habits, and it will only confuse you. Also, bear in mind that not all professional instructors are the same standard. It doesn't take much to get the qualification. Make sure you're going with a good one. Find out what his/her pass rate is and what other pupils think of him if you can. If you find that his method of instruction doesn't really suit you then find someone else.
Good luck!