Nina in the saddle for ‘Ireland’s Fittest Family’

Former jockey and 'Dancing with the Stars' winner Nina Carberry is to join the coaching panel on RTÉ One’s 'Ireland’s Fittest Family' when it returns for a tenth season later this year.

Nina takes over from Derval O'Rourke who is leaving to concentrate on family and business commitments, and joins Davy Fitzgerald, Anna Geary and Donncha O’Callaghan as coaches.

Earlier this year, Nina was the winner of Dancing with the Stars when was she crowned champion with dance partner, Pasquale La Rocca.

“Ireland’s Fittest Family has always been a hit in our house, so it makes it extra special to be joining the line-up of coaches,: Nina says. "I’ve big shoes to fill as I’ve always been a fan of Derval’s but of course, I’m in it to win, so Donncha, Anna and Davy, step aside I’m ready to take you all on! If you are the family for me, please apply now.”

Alan Tyler, head of entertainment commissioning, RTÉ said: “We’re delighted to have Nina Carberry join this very special show as it returns for its 10th season. In her extremely successful career as a jockey, Nina showed just how competitive she is, and we can’t wait to see that transfer to Ireland’s Fittest Family. From racing to dancing, whatever Nina does she wants to win."

The Fittest Family coaches are all looking for families to compete, so if your family thinks it has what it takes, you can apply now at: https://animo.submit.com/show/13