Craig Revel Horwood, a judge on the popular BBC One show Strictly Come Dancing, has shared details about his experience with an abusive Russian ballet trainer who used a cane on her students. Unfortunately, allegations of abusive behavior have plagued the show, with multiple celebrities speaking out about mistreatment by their dance partners during rehearsals.
While Revel Horwood has previously expressed shock about these allegations, he did discuss his own training to become a professional dancer on a recent episode of BBC Breakfast. He acknowledged that different trainers have different methods and that their students often carry those methods into their own training, which can lead to an abusive environment.
It’s important to take these allegations seriously and ensure that all professionals in the dance industry provide a safe environment for their students. With the spotlight on these allegations, it’s possible that stricter regulations or oversight could be implemented to protect those in the industry and prevent further abuse from occurring.
Ultimately, the dance industry should put the safety and well-being of its students first, and work to create a culture where abusive behavior is not tolerated. Revel Horwood’s experience and discussion of the topic on a national television show may be a step forward in creating greater awareness about abuse in the dance industry and promoting change towards a safer future
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