Britain: 101-year-old ex-dancer still practices ballet every day – Video

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Dinky Flowers started dancing at the age of three and still teaches classes at her dance school

H Dinky Flowers she is a former professional dancer, just… 101 years old and reveals that the secret that keeps her “fresh”, healthy and young is the daily exercises and trainings, which she still does, in ballet.

She is one of the UK’s oldest living women, who is keen to offer her advice on longevity.

“I couldn’t live without dance and I think it’s what kept me young and happy.”

Dinkie Flowers started dancing at the age of three and still teaches classes at her dance school called ‘Dinkie Flowers Stage School’.

Dinky made her television debut a few years ago, auditioning to appear on ‘The Greatest Dancer’ at the age of 98.

Dinky, who has four grandchildren, says helping people dance is her whole life. “I see people sitting in a chair or a sofa all day reading, but it’s important to get up and move – do something.”

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