Maybe this is not what you meant, but if you were intending to post videos of Augusta classroom instruction on YouTube, I don't think that would be considered too cool by the teachers, or the school.
But, again, maybe you were talking about just posting videos of you playing, which is legit.
Regarding video cams, I see them down in the $200-300 range. The issue is, how will you view them when you get back home. Specifically, how will you slow them down, or loop them. This will likely take some editing software to get the video into your computer, and then do something with the resulting file. You could run into a few hundred more dollars there.
If you get some of the hard-drive cameras (more than $600), the file is already digitized for you, and you can just link it to your computer (I believe, anyway).
If you're a student, or if you can enroll in a class, then you can get software discounts from some academic software resellers. Just look up "academic software". You'll need documentation that you are a student.
Regarding the digital sound recorders, you'll still need to get them into your computer, most likely, so look for that capability.
I took a Zoom H4 recorder to Savoy Music Center and set it in the floor and got 3 hours of good quality recording. Its about a $300.00 investment, but well worth it. Records on a SD card which you will want to put a 2 Gig card in it. If you use the mp3 mode you can get about 30hours on that 2G card. I love mine and record jams all the time or sudden inspirations for songs as well. Bruce
Here are my thoughts after 4 years of Augusta classes:
Some instructers strongly discourage recording, as it takes your head out of the moment and gets you thinking about your equipment etc. instead of really focusing on what's going on. I'd make sure you work this out in advance.
In one class, one student was the "dedicated recorder" and later shared copies with those who wanted them.
Audio recorders are far less intrusive, and you can turn 'em on and ignore them. I've got an Olympus WS-300M for this purpose.
Many instructers, and staff, will meet with you one on one outside class to show you things and let you video this for your later use. This for me was more functional than trying to record a whole 2 hour class.
I consider recording like playing the Tee Fer (note the email address):
Get permission, go forth gently, and make sure you stay in the background.
And most importantly: Oh, man are you gonna love Augusta! Barring rising creeks etc. see you in a few weeks.
West by God Virginny! They don't call them Ridge Runners for nothing. Beautiful, wild, and wonderful. Steep ridges and deep caves. You will get exercise walking.