We’ve seen dance one, and dance two is well in the works as the Strictly Come Dancing couples psyche themselves up for Saturday night.
Luckily, the power of the internet means we get a sneak peek of the celebrities in training – through their social media posts.
Here’s a round-up of how things are going in rehearsal rooms across the country:
Anita Rani and Gleb Savchenko
Countryfile presenter Anita and her partner Gleb have been using the hashtag #teamGLITA, which is like glitter… and like their names… got it yet?
The new professional seems to be taking an unorthodox approach to training, apparently ordering Anita into a cold bath.
Their warm-up song is Eye Of The Tiger, which is a very good call.
Anthony Ogogo and Oti Mabuse
These two have been working hard, as evidenced by this photo of them zonked on the floor.
Ainsley Harriott and Natalie Lowe
We bet rehearsals with TV chef Ainsley are fun. At 58, he’s the oldest in the competition – but also one of the most enthusiastic.
Carol Kirkwood and Pasha Kovalev
Carol seems to be taking rehearsals with a healthy sense of humour – and scepticism:
Daniel O’Donnell and Kristina Rihanoff
Little has been seen from the O’Donnell-Rihanoff rehearsal room, but it looks like they had a very nice tea-time with Daniel’s wife.
Georgia May Foote and Giovanni Pernice
But what’s this from #TeamGG? “Ola Jordan and Iwan decided to try and sabotage our rehearsals today! Go away!!”, said Georgia, alongside a photo of Iwan flashing his chest at the camera. What hijinks.
Their training looks pretty manic, though.
Helen George and Aljaz Skorjanec
Aljaz reports that Helen is “working the props like a pro” in this picture, but we’re not convinced.
Iwan Thomas and Ola Jordan
Iwan has been revelling in getting some new gear…
Getting dressed up…
And getting his partner a birthday present.
Jamelia and Tristan MacManus
Jamelia and Tristan have shared little from the rehearsal room, but we can tell they’re working hard from this post:
Jamelia – #Rehearsals #Strictly #ChaCha #FeelingTheBurn… | Facebook
Jay McGuiness and Aliona Vilani
Jay has absolutely, definitely got the hang of the waltz. Probably.
Jeremy Vine and Karen Clifton
Poor Karen has been having to miss the Great British Bake Off for training with Jeremy. But! The dance is complete.
Katie Derham and Anton du Beke
The Katie and Anton practice room remains a mystery, which is a shame, because we bet it’s really, really fun.
Kellie Bright and Kevin Clifton
EastEnders star Kellie has been doing her homework.
Kirsty Gallacher and Brendan Cole
Kirsty and Brendan participated in ‘Take Your Professional Dance Partner To Work Day’
Peter Andre and Janette Manrara
…While Peter Andre and Janette Manrara got ahead in the selfie game.
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