Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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100-year-old Evelyn Cordero is a former #ballerina who runs a dance school in #Chile for students aged 4-80 years old.

Despite struggling with hearing problems and her age slowing her down, she still teaches a ballet class every week to women aged 50-80.

In a country with an aging population and a high rate of depression, Cordero’s school provides a space for her students to improve both their physical and mental health.

Credit: AFP

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