My name is Melanie Corral, I am 33 years old, & because of medical reasons I have been over weight a good portion of my adult life.

In January 2007 I decided to make a change for myself & my kids.......
I started to walk, first just around the block, then up to 3 miles a day. I felt like I needed more, so then I joined a gym. I found this to be very good motivation. Then I started to see signs up around the gym about this "strip class", & I was interested, so that Thursday, I decided to take a peek in. Taylor (the instructor) was so kind & FULL of energy & she asked me to come join the class. I felt timid about it, but I went ahead & did it. I had SUCH a good time!

I went home so excited & told my husband about this really fun class that I went to & he was a bit surprised when I told him it was a strip class, but then I explained that it was at the gym, & that it was ALL women, & that there was privacy...... he felt better about it. He was very encouraging, & we started to look for strip shoes (Yes- you GOTTA get the shoes - they help you to feel even MORE sexy!).

I can't begin to tell you how much that ONE class boosted my self esteem! You see I was 150 lbs over weight, since January 2007 I have lost 103 lbs... I had begun to feel embarrassed about all the extra skin that I had, & I was starting to cover my body, so that no one would pay attention to me.

I will forever be indebted to Taylor for what she has done for me... she made me realize that I AM BEAUTIFUL, that I am a GODDESS, in my own way.

I still have more to lose, but that is ok, I have begun to wear more form fitting clothing and I walk tall, I dance around with the confidence that I deserve to have. I have learned to accept my body, FLAWS & ALL. I have learned that I can look in the mirror & accept me for who I am. I can touch my body & not feel ashamed, or embarrassed. I have come a long way. Taylor & this class are helping me to take the final steps that I need to accomplish my goal in a fun, positive way.

My husband notices the difference & after 15 years he still tells me that I am beautiful, and for the first time in a long time...I DO!

Thank You from the bottom of my heart.

Prado

I have to say that the dance class has really made a difference in my confidence level in all areas of my life. I feel good about myself. I am challenging comfort zones and fitness levels. I enjoy the music, the laughter, and the camaraderie that the class provides. My husband of course is beyond thrilled by my new found skills and brags to all his friends that he doesn't need to go to a strip club any more! His personal club gives him "way more personal attention!" We are able to share things that he once only could fantasize about. I find myself thinking of new dance moves, exercises to help gain strength, and new music to enrich the mood. I love this class! Taylor helps you open your mind and love yourself, be silly and sexy all in one! It's fabulous!

I'm going to try and call later this afternoon to discuss your Steel Feather Personal Training. I am very motivated to get my body in shape and looking good but unfortunately I don't think Bally's is the right place for me to achieve this. I've tried a personal trainer with them and all they think about is the "pretty girls" that pass by and not concentrate on helping me achieve my goals. I love your enthusiasm and encouragement and you have a great spirit about yourself. I think with your motivation behind me I can achieve those goals (and more).

Talk to you soon.

Sherri