Key Highlights
- Ruby demonstrates that learning has no age limit. At 60-plus, she began learning dance and other skills, proving it's never too late to start something new.
- GetSetUp provided Ruby with a platform to make new friends virtually and in person.
- Through dance, Ruby gained confidence and developed new skills, learning to express herself through movement while becoming physically and mentally more flexible.
t GetSetUp, our mission is to empower our community of active agers to keep exploring, learning, and thriving by engaging in enriching activities that boost their physical, emotional, and social well-being. GetSetUp community member Ruby embodies this spirit and inspires us with her passion for embracing new activities and taking on opportunities that come her way. Her story reflects how staying active, curious, and connected—has nothing to do with your age. Her philosophy is simple: "Age is no limit or barrier to learning." At 60-plus, she embraced this belief wholeheartedly and decided to take on new challenges and follow old ones. Born and brought up in Calcutta, she enjoys the simple everyday things of life, "As a native of Calcutta, I love eating Mishti Doi and Roshagullas. I enjoy watching movies, going for walks, participating in marathons, and being in nature, especially by the sea."
Her curiosity to learn something new led her to GetSetUp during the COVID-19 pandemic, "I joined GetSetUp in 2021, and it helped me transition into retired life. I saw it on Facebook, but I casually glanced through it and joined their Facebook group. I wasn’t very serious about it at first. Occasionally, I would go through the group and watch the videos uploaded there. However, in July then, when I saw Sandhya's dance classes, I became interested and started attending the dance classes regularly from August onwards. Since then, I have regularly participated in the GetSetUp dance class." Over time, she discovered the joy of moving to the rhythm and expressing herself through dance, guided by expert instructors like Navneeta, Rupta Pandit, and Anshu Ma'am.
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“Dance is something that I never thought I would pursue, but at this age, thanks to GetSetUp, I learned how to dance, and I’m very happy with myself,” Ruby shares. The dance classes have been transformative, helping improve her physical fitness, confidence, and overall well-being, for which she praises her dance teachers for their guidance: “Navinita Ma'am, Anshu Ma'am, and Rupa Pandit helped me learn how to express myself while dancing.”
Beyond dance, Ruby explored other classes on the platform. She learned technology skills from Guide Raju and practiced yoga and pranayama with Guide Dr. Divya, “Even on days I am not regular to join many classes, I make sure to try to join Ma’am Sarita’s and Dr. Divya’s yoga and pranayama classes every day,.” She found these classes integral to her daily routine, contributing to her physical and mental wellness. She also shares how participating in challenges like the 45-day fitness challenge encouraged her to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
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One of the most rewarding aspects of her journey, though she shares, has been the friendships she's forged. Through GetSetUp trips and local city meet-ups, she connected with virtual friends in person, turning online connections into real-life companionships. “We had a Kolkata Meet where we all gathered, had fun, and became friends. We mingled with games, food, laughter, and dance.”
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She also joined trips organized by the GetSetUp, visiting Dubai and Goa. "The Dubai trip was something new and different for me. It was organized with our age and convenience in mind,unlike the commercial tours we find nowadays.I also Vlogged my entire experience which was featured by the GetSetUp team." Ruby recounts. The Goa trip offered a fresh perspective on a familiar destination, focusing on culture, heritage, and local experiences, she shares, “I learned a lot about Goan culture, saw beautiful houses, tasted local food, and enjoyed traditional Goan dances and Fenny.”
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As Ruby continues to dance through life's second act, her story reminds us that learning, growth, and adventure have no age limit, “GetSetUp has been more than just a platform; it’s been a companion that helped me transition into retired life with purpose, joy, and vitality,” Her story exemplifies how active ageing, supported by a community and opportunities to learn and connect, can lead to a fulfilling and vibrant life.
