I think it used to be that way on series one, I seem to remember a very excited JLC either asking people their preference or maybe pulling names out of a hat on his Saturday post-results show. I don't know whether they've changed that now, or whether we just don't see it because there's no Saturday show any more... *sigh* I miss JLC...
Why is Dennis doing Latin again!
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Thanks for all of the replies. I have only started new threads about six times, on various forums and this is the only one I have had a decent response to. I think SCD must be getting more popular. Just as a matter of interest I did ballroom dancing as a boy for over 10 years. It was almosty totally dominated and controlled by us Brits at that time. There were only four recognised "modern" (i.e ballroom) dances (W,F,T and Q) but there were 5 "latin" dances (R, S, C, T and J) although the Jive was a bit of a newcomer. Competitions were usually ballroom or latin but then it was decided to also have "all round" competitions and these were 8 or 9 dances, usually the latter. Of course, that gave an advantage to the latin specialists.
Then the whole thing became more international and the Germans, Scandinavians and Japanese took it up, along with a few from the Commonwealth and the USA. The Germans in particular pressurised to have the VW included as a "modern" dance even though it is different in that it is more like Old Time dancing, where everyone does the same steps at the same time. They used the reason that it would balance up the all round competitions and make them 10 dances. Of course, the fact that they were better at the VW than everyone else had nothing to do with it. Anyway, internationally, this had the effect of reinforcing the Jive as a "latin" dance. Hope this is of interest to some of you.
Then the whole thing became more international and the Germans, Scandinavians and Japanese took it up, along with a few from the Commonwealth and the USA. The Germans in particular pressurised to have the VW included as a "modern" dance even though it is different in that it is more like Old Time dancing, where everyone does the same steps at the same time. They used the reason that it would balance up the all round competitions and make them 10 dances. Of course, the fact that they were better at the VW than everyone else had nothing to do with it. Anyway, internationally, this had the effect of reinforcing the Jive as a "latin" dance. Hope this is of interest to some of you.
in this years junior blackpool there was not one british couple in the finals and i think only one or two in the semis
Im pretty sure Zoe is doing the Samba this week. Think it could be good, Ian is certainly an ace samba dancer, so we shall see.
I imagine they will be doing two dances soon, but doesnt sound like this week even though we'll be half way through
How on earth did that happen where did the last four weeks go!! lol
I think Dennis should be doing the Waltz (tho he might get too dizzy) think he is more suited to ballroom.
I imagine they will be doing two dances soon, but doesnt sound like this week even though we'll be half way through
How on earth did that happen where did the last four weeks go!! lolI think Dennis should be doing the Waltz (tho he might get too dizzy) think he is more suited to ballroom.
Originally Posted by bendymixer:
“in this years junior blackpool there was not one british couple in the finals and i think only one or two in the semis”
“in this years junior blackpool there was not one british couple in the finals and i think only one or two in the semis”
Blackpool is such a beautiful but under-valued venue - what a lovely place it is for dancing. My dear grandmother used to dance there, and it always brings back such nice memories. Roll on the SCD editions from the great goldy place!
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