Davies replaced Dyer just before the first show was televised and was later subject to online criticism that her background in performing arts gave her an advantage over other contestants.
Mrs Jones said the performer’s experience in the West End did not guarantee that she would be successful in the ballroom.
“She’s been a leading lady [in musical theatre], but leading ladies don’t usually do all that [choreography],” she said.
The teacher added that she felt some of the comments towards Davies had been unfair.
“People forget she’s missed all those weeks of basic ballroom skills.
“I take my hat off to her. Some of those moves [on Strictly] have been quite scary, when she’s thrown around the place, and I think she’s done amazing.”
