In this week’s episode – the first installment of the recurring feature, Finding Ballroom After After Fifty - The Dancing Housewife chats with 61-year-old international dog trainer and International style pro-am dancer, Gina Pink from Hampshire, England, who discovered ballroom dancing just three years ago. Despite having no prior dance experience, Gina's journey is a testament to passion and perseverance. She shares parallels between training dogs and learning to dance, the emotional and physical benefits of dancing, and how it helped her embrace self-worth. From funny anecdotes to heartfelt moments, Gina's story is inspiring and uplifting.

Want to learn more about Dog Dancing?

Check out Gina Pink’s book, Let's Dance...Starters to Stardom: A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Dancing

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Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome to the Dancing Housewife Podcast

00:15 Meet Gina Pink: From Dog Trainer to Ballroom Dancer

01:07 Gina's Background and Dog Dancing Career

02:51 The Connection Between Dog Training and Ballroom Dancing

03:25 Gina's Dance Journey: From Beginner to Competitor

05:24 First Competitions and Surprising Success

07:14 Preparing for Competitions: Dresses, Tans, and More

10:45 The Emotional Impact of Dance

18:33 Funny and Memorable Dance Moments

22:45 The Biggest Lessons from Dance

23:29 Shoutouts and Closing Remarks

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