New to corals? Trading or buying from the MAAST members is a great way to get started. You can start with smaller pieces and learn a whole lot by visiting member tanks. You will lose corals in the process of learning how to reef... IMO it's better to start with locally grown.

Lighting is only one factor for keeping corals. You have to have appropriate current (flow) and water quality conditions. A multi-parameter test kit or collection of kits is a must!