everyone and anyone insterested in driving quick on a road course should first try and make it to one autocross (cone and parking lot style), in my opinion.
Its a great place to learn the basics of any racing, at lower speeds, with nothing to hit but orange cones, rather than tire walls or gaurd rails. Its also lower strain on your car, less brake/tire wear due to lower speeds.
Dont get me wrong, im not underestimating anyones ability to drive, im just saying that autocross is a great place to learn safely, make your early mistakes at lower speeds
Mark