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Tristan Answers Your Questions - October 25, 2015

10/26/2015

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Tristan and Jamelia have been gaining more and more fans each week, and we were delighted when some of those new supporters asked if Tristan would answer a few of their questions.  Of course, he agreed! Enjoy this new Q and A that includes lots of information from Tristan about the Week 5 Dance Off, how he plans out rehearsals, his working relationship with Jamelia and some special moments from SCD 2015.

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First of all, we hear from lots and lots of people that if they wanted to learn to dance, you would be the pro they want to teach them.  You and Jamelia seem to have developed a nice rapport and we can see your patience and calm approach – at least in the VT!  Is it always like that in your rehearsals and do you have a specific approach when you walk into the rehearsal room or do you see how it all plays out on a day to day basis? Are rehearsals as intense and focused as they look in the limited footage we see? How do you teach a full dance to Jamelia (or anyone else) and how do you determine what you work on each day so that you can get the 90-second dance ready?

Everything is a daily basis for me and certainly for us because you never know how your brain is going to work or how your body is going to feel day to day so you have to approach it day to day or hour by hour or however your schedule dictates.  I’m calm and laid back and try to keep it that way.  Some people work best under pressure.  I can do it but I prefer not to.  I think all the pros have their own way of working and they are all amazing and have to do what works best for them and their partners.
 
Our rehearsals are physically demanding and intense but it’s not enjoyable for me when it’s aggressive or shouting and what not.  I treat people like adults and expect them to show me the same respect I show them.  I never get mad unless I have a genuine reason - ha -and then I never hold back.  The goal is for my partners to enjoy themselves as best they can but also to respect that whenever the show finishes for them they can go back to their jobs.  This is mine!  I find the best way we work now since week one is to not force overload.  I teach the fundamentals that run through all dancing and then I teach the characteristics of whatever dance we have that week while I teach the first half of the routine.  Then the next day I teach the second half so we can get full days of each half clear and then drill the full routine until we run out of time.  Based on confidence or a particular week I will start with the hardest section so we have longer to get used to it but again confidence only comes from understanding so I make sure we understand what we are doing and why.  Take the time and ring that through each week until something contradicts it.
 
You do a fabulous job of staying positive and being encouraging to your partner. What did you say to Jamelia before the Dance Off?  (Other than what we heard on the show, if anything)  We loved when you told her it was “easy easy easy.”  We think she took it to heart because the second Foxtrot was a winner for sure.  How was it different from the one we saw on Saturday? 

I can't remember what I said exactly but people again put so much pressure on themselves before those dance offs - It's not the end of the bleeding world??!  You only get eliminated from the competition not from life itself!! So what if you have to dance again?  That’s why you are doing the show in the first place.  There is that moment before everyone goes on stage and panics about forgetting this or forgetting that and even more so in the dance off.  I told Jamelia we made one little mistake so just fix that - don't worry about every single step or question whether you done the rest right.  Just relax, fix that mistake and enjoy because if it’s better than the first one you either go through or you go home with a better dance.  I said the exact same to Ainsley. There were still stakes Sunday but confidence was higher, and it played out a lot calmer than Saturday.
 

Halloween Week is coming up – can you give us a hint of what’s ahead?
 
No!  It’s Halloween so expect some camp 'scary' themed dances a bit of fun dress up, and a few fun songs that you have probably heard before - hahaha.
 
We have grown to have a lot of respect for Jamelia and what she brings to Strictly.  If you had to describe her with just a few words (or if a few words won’t do, go with whatever works), what would you say?

Well, we get on with each other.  I think she is a really nice person.  She is a little like Nancy Grace I had in DWTS.  She came into the show with a very strong personality that people either liked or didn't like which I think is a great way to be.  That way you know where you stand with people . . . you like me - that’s cool, you don't like me – that’s cool too.  I think she has won some people over and I think there are a lot of people who won't take to her regardless but I personally like her as a person.  I like when people don't try and change or don't go out of their way to pretend to be someone so other people will like them.   I’m sure I annoy her sometimes and she annoys me sometimes but so what??!!  I know when she likes things and tries and I know when she doesn’t like things and doesn’t try but because we get each other, we call each other out on it.  Always better to be a shepherd than a sheep.

 
Finally, what have been your best Tristan and Jamelia moments this series of Strictly? (show moments or rehearsal moments)
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We laugh a lot  - that’s cool.  ITT is my favourite so I always like doing that but I think seeing Jamelia with her girls - them watching her dance and watching them practice together I think is a beautiful thing.  The show always loves showing those moments but I think it’s enough to know it happens.  Parents and their children playing together or working together or just spending time with each other is the best thing so seeing that they are all 'in' the show together is a great thing.  I like that the show does that for families.
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Screencap Courtesy of @clrhmly via BBC
27 Comments
Brenna
10/26/2015 09:47:58 am

Another fantastic interview. Thank you Tristan. You are unbelievably generous with your time.

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Chelsea
10/26/2015 10:03:47 am

Thank you, Tristan and those who asked the questions. This gives us all a chance to visualize your rehearsals. I love the beautiful things you said about Jamelia and her family.

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Ann J
10/26/2015 10:14:35 am

Tristan is the most fan friendly pro around. Love his positive attitude and kindness. Thanks for another very nice surprise!

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Caribbean Cooler
10/26/2015 11:02:20 am

And Tristan does it again! It's no wonder that more and more fans are coming his way. He's a class act through and through.

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Fiona
10/26/2015 02:25:29 pm

Thank you, Tristan. This means so much to your supporters and the detail with which you answer says a lot about your character. We appreciate your time.

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Jocelyn
10/26/2015 02:58:19 pm

Thanks you. This is the perfect way to start off the week and Tristan's kindness is noticed by many. He's a class act.

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Judy
10/26/2015 02:59:35 pm

Thanks for this. I always love to hear from Tristan and will never get tired of reading his comments. He has a lovely perspective and is very level headed.

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Jo
10/27/2015 08:10:24 am

Fabulous!

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Maggie
10/27/2015 08:55:39 am

Tristan is in a class of his own. He always makes time for his supporters and he always makes sure we know that he appreciates the support. It doesn't get any better than this. Tristan's parents must be very proud of him.

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Elsa
10/27/2015 12:04:18 pm

Love the interview! It's nice to hear calmness can still reign through all the intensity. Saturday was exciting and the dance was beautiful. I can't wait for next week's Halloween show. Good luck!!

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Joni
10/27/2015 04:03:25 pm

This was wonderful and it's nice to see a pro so responsive to the fans.

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Jessie
10/27/2015 04:30:23 pm

Thank you, Tristan!

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Judy
10/27/2015 04:53:21 pm

Wonderful interview. I love how closely Tristan stays in contact with the fans. He's a class act through and through.

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Arabella
10/28/2015 06:27:28 am

Thanks, Tristan.

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Jasmine
10/28/2015 07:24:36 am

Have a good week and best of luck Saturday

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Judy
10/28/2015 08:43:25 am

I always look forward to these Q and As with Tristan. He's a sweetheart for doing them.

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CC
10/30/2015 07:22:03 am

Excellent interview. It is so much appreciated that Tristan is willing to answer our questions.

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Bella
11/3/2015 09:00:06 am

Keep smiling! You are gaining more and more support each day and it's a wonderful thing to see.

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Sophia
11/3/2015 09:34:47 am

Good luck Saturday. You won't need it though - you're doing fantastic!

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Caroline
11/3/2015 10:14:11 am

Well done last week and I can't wait for this week's performance!

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Melody
11/3/2015 12:10:58 pm

Congratulations on getting through to Week 7. We're all so proud of you both. Keep up the great work you're doing.

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Elise
11/3/2015 03:09:17 pm

Congrats on moving on to Week 7. You have beautiful music for a beautiful dance. Good luck!

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Josie
11/3/2015 03:22:03 pm

Go Jamelia and Tristan!

You'll get all my votes!

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Dana
11/3/2015 03:44:41 pm

all the best this week and every week.

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Matt
11/3/2015 07:03:14 pm

The best to you both this week.

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Jamie MacC
11/3/2015 07:24:27 pm

You are doing a wonderful job and are a delight each week on ITT and on SCD.

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Kelly
11/3/2015 08:01:03 pm

You guys are the best thing to ever hit It Takes Two. Hilarious! I can't wait for your next dance.

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