one professional has tested positive for coronavirus although the identity of the dancer is currently unknown. During the coronavirus pandemic, the BBC One show was one of few that were able to go ahead and continue but it wasn't without it's strict social distancing restrictions and some creative filming techniques. READ MORE: ITV Coronation Street viewers left concerned by Ken Barlow's appearance Ahead of the new series, just what rules are Strictly enforcing to ensure the show can go ahead smoothly? Regular testing The launch show has already been pre-recorded which means that the celebrities will already be partnered up.