You’re never too old to have fun.
That’s something that’s important to remember as you advance in years. For the most part the limitations of your life are those you impose upon it; even when you’re old and grey, you’re still capable of wowing a room full of people.
Well, that might be a slight exaggeration for the most part, but it was certainly the case for Dietmar and Nellia when they stepped up to the plate at a gala event for the Horn dance school in Austria.
The German couple might look like seniors, but they move with a prowess that often leaves onlookers dismayed …
The Horn dance school was established 111 years ago and continues to be one of the most popular dance establishments in Europe. Combining the teaching of new, fresh-faced, would-be dancers with intense courses for those who wish to take it more seriously, they have a lot to offer. Suffice to say they boast plenty of talented dancers in their ranks.
In amongst this mass of ability stand Dietmar and Nellia, who have been married since 1970 and dancing professional for more than 30 years. They’ve won a multitude of competitions across the years, including Austrian and German national championships. Their go-to style? 1940’s and 1950’s.
It was one particular routine at a gala event at the Horn dance school, however, which propelled them to viral fame.
It was to “Down the Road Apiece” by Johan Blohm & The Refreshments that Dietmar and Nellia swung their hips and wowed the audience. The crowd – the vast majority of whom were younger than them – could do little but watch in amazement as this incredible couple confirmed that age really is just a number.
I could sit and explain the entire routine in words, but I think it’s better for you to witness it for yourselves.
Watch the video below to see Dietmar and Nellia strutting their stuff:
It always puts a smile on my face to see people defying social constructs in such a way!
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