I have a little yard, but I am hoping that it will produce something good over time as I learn to get my XLT to get a little deeper. The land is pretty old, and sits right next to a church built in the 1860's. This is the third church in it's place and the original was built in the 1600's!
Your own yard is the best place to learn. You are never pressed to keep moving, and can go real slow, not only learning the machine, but also you recovery methods.
Good luck,
frank