Thelma Shingler, a yoga student at University College Isle of Man will be celebrating her 90th birthday on Saturday.

Thelma, who lives in Glen Vine, has been attending the yoga class for more than 25 years.

She says that she enjoys the class due to its health benefits and also because it allows her to socialise with like-minded people.

She was given a surprise birthday celebration by members of University College Isle of Man (UCM) management and staff, which was attended by all her classmates. They enjoyed a cake made by the hospitality and catering students.

Cathy Lord, UCM adult continuing education manager, said: ’We would like to wish Thelma health, joy and happiness on her 90th birthday. Her enthusiasm for life and her natural desire to learn is such an inspiration to us all.’