I just started doing some EPP last summer. I've just done hexies so far and I'm loving it. I would love to take a class, but after a couple months of searching and not finding any classes in my area, I gave up and watched youtubes. I've tried several techinques and flat back is the one the I like the best. It didn't take me too long to get used to the technique.
My quilt guild used to have a bee for handwork, but the last time I looked it seems to have disbanded. Its a shame. I'd love to go to that one.