Hi Braden,
I fully appreciate this isn't what you really want to hear but I've said it to folks on this fourm who are six times your age. Patience is your friend here.
That being said, being in Pennsylvania your chances of finding a mentor are pretty good. Have you tried posting on the forum and explaining what you want to learn to see if there's anyone near you who can help?
H-M is all about HELPING OTHERS. If you are willing to MENTOR someone less experienced in your area, please sign up here!
www.hobby-machinist.com
You're about the same age I was when I started working at my local go-kart shop, something which led me on a lifelong path of learning and actually made me a few bucks too. You have youth and enthusiasm in your favor, things many of us would gladly give up considerable treasure to have again.
If you're really interested in learning why not reach out to
@Richard King 2 and ask him what you might be able to do to EARN a space in an upcoming class. Show your willingness to be helpful and you might find another forum member who would be willing to SPONSOR your tuition. Show off your shop space and some of the projects you're working on, people here are ready to help anyone who wants to learn.
There are many paths to get where you're going, don't imagine you know all of them when you are just starting out....
John