BIB - I think you're getting a wee bit literal-minded. "First Steps" is nothing more than a catchy name the producers came up with for vids that are just meant to be fun and entertaining. After all, that's what Strictly is -- light entertainment for a Saturday night.

Judge Rinder
http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/strictlyc...2-751f05e87256

Rob seems pretty unselfconscious, which is usually a good thing when it comes to dancing.

One of my favourite celebs and, from seeing this snippet, I like Oksana. She has a calm quality and respects Robert's intellect without it undermining her approach. He is stiff but hopefully this will improve.

He seems a strange individual... I can't tell if I like him or not yet but he's not boring!

I resonate to (and with) his clipped voice and sharp, ironic comments.

Oksana seems to be good at this. Speaks excellent English, is intelligent and can play the role to fit in with Robbie for the Shows - and she seems to be a good teacher.

Yes, I'm liking her very much so far. Probably the best out of the new pros. That might change of course when it all gets going.

Not sure about Greg dance wise . That clip doesn't actually reveal much , but from their relaxed happy demeanour I'm guessing that training is going well . I hope so, I like Greg .And Nat .


Hmm, tough one to call. Her footwork is really not good (at this stage) and her posture is awful , but she's game and that is a huge plus in Strictly . Hopefully she will pleasantly surprise me . As a person(celeb) I find her OK, and I like Anton, so I hope all goes well for them .


Aww Will, gosh he looks knackered , lol. Tango should suit him methinks . He's one of those men who can look serious and scowly without looking stupid . They are getting on fine .
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Liking Rob Rinder a lot . He looks comfy and focused and can move well in those tricky snakey movements . Def going to be interesting .

I don't think we should ever underestimate the magical teaching prowess of Queen Nat. She could fashion Michael Vaughan into a competent ballroom dancer so I have faith she can do the same with lovely Greg.

I had a look at the Group Dance, and Greg's timing was good. He has moved his hips and shoulders well in training, so I think he is going to be able to dance quite well - after Natalie has enough time with him. He's going to be way better than Michael (if he stays in long enough).

I'm sure he will. I imagine the support for him is going to be quite enthusiastic ... him being an Olympian and a lovely chap ... plus there's Natalie. He'll be there for a while if not all the way to the final.
It's a very competitive year though.

It dosn't sound like Greg will complaining about the Quick Step or the Jive.