Posts Tagged ‘Latin American’
Chris Hollins & Ola Jordan – Paso Doble
So Chris gave his best performance last week, can he keep it up with the Paso this week?Not sure on the facial expressions, but definitely an aggressive attacking attitude. I don’t personally like all the jumping stamps but the ending was very good and generally very good technique throughout. Easily 8’s, maybe even a 9…
Read MoreRicky Whittle & Natalie Lowe – Jive
Can Ricky make it through this week’s routine without making mistakes?Lots of energy, though i’d prefer to see his feet come together a little more during the chasses. Flicks are quick though the toes need to be pointed down during each kick. Seemed to have lost stamina by the end though, not surprised with the…
Read MoreCraig Kelly & Flavia Cacace – Cha Cha
It was Craig’s dream to make it to Blackpool, and I think people voted for him because of that, but I don’t think you’re going to make it any further. Let’s hope you prove me wrong with a good performance tonight! At least you’re enjoying yourself Craig, you look like a little kid in a…
Read MorePhil Tufnell & Katya Virshilas – Rumba
This, I’m afraid Phil, could potentially be a disaster! Needs to relax the shoulders right from the start. Looks to have lost his timing just before going into the sliding doors. Hip action is ok but could do a lot more. Not a bad performance but I think only 7’s though – apparently he’s Bruce’s…
Read MoreLaila Rouass & Anton du Beke – Paso Doble
This should actually be a Latin American dance that Laila can cope with! Smouldering start…but wait was that a lift?!!! Excellent performance, not sure how the judges will feel about the lifts, though it did seem to lose drive as the dance progressed. For me it would easily be a 9, if I ignore the…
Read MoreRicky Groves & Erin Boag – Salsa
Ricky could have some issues with this fast and complicated dance, but let’s hope he puts on a good show. Well it looks like the goldfish mouth is back with a vengeance, shame the hands are a little sloppy. Some really complex arm movements there, shame about the mistake though. Entertaining and I think deserves…
Read MoreJade Johnson & Ian Waite – Jive
Whilst Ian’s certainly never had a problem performing a Jive (considering his height), Jade may find she struggles with the speed of movement required. Looks to be a slightly flat beginning, but it’s good to see her toes pointing down during the flicks. Maybe I spoke too soon, when they’re in their Lindyhop section her…
Read MoreThe dance off!
So who can impress the judges enough to make it to Blackpool?First up Ali with her Paso Doble…and what’s this no shoes? Which straight away results in a slip. However I would say a much better performance than earlier on in the night. How will Zoe reply to that? No real improvement on her earlier…
Read MoreRicky Groves & Erin Boag – Rumba
Ricky has consistently been the clown in the competition so far, but he can’t really afford to be too funny in this dance.The weight loss is definitely showing in Ricky now and he’s looking good, though the hips are a little forced in that beginning, and still needs to watch his shoulders when in hold.…
Read MoreZoe Lucker & James Jordan – Samba
I don’t feel Zoe’s performed particularly well during the faster Latin dances so it will be interesting to see how she copes tonight.Looks to have been a slight mistake after the promenade runs, but so quickly recovered you probably wouldn’t notice too much. Her hip work just seems to be lacking for a great protion…
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