That is the dillema related to hobby shop associated clubs/tracks versus independent clubs. If the shop owner is open minded the associated club can benefit probbaly more than an independent club of new things. If not, then an independent club is the better choice.
But brushed is cheaper for spec classes like silver/black can than brushless. Even newcomers can buy kits that come with motor and esc and they're ready tu race, whereas brushless is a bit more fiddly plus it requires more expense on top of the kit.