The nerves are already starting to show - and there's still well over a fortnight to go.
Essentially Dancing 2006 is promising to be a spectacular event.
A number of well-known faces are preparing to cha-cha in front of hundreds of people at the Villa Marina all in the name of charity.
Proceeds are going towards Victim Support Isle of Man.
Most people taking part have never danced before.
Retail Manager for HSBC Stuart Wilson, says it's tough going:
Essentially Dancing is taking place on Sunday April 9th.
(Picture: MLC Pam Crowe rehearsing for last year's event)
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