I am so sorry that people have been nasty and rude, there is no call for that ever! I am maybe slightly above average size, but I am going on 60, and have never had anything but huge support from fellow dancers and instructors alike. I dance with young girls of 17 and women in their 50s and one lady who is 62, plus all ages in between. One instructor is 35 and my other one is 47. Try to find another instructor, don't give up, don't dance alone. sending you a big hug and rainbows
~Mosaic