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Develop expertise in cultural dance techniques

Develop expertise in cultural dance techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN421
State Code
ODF11
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to add range and depth to cultural dance techniques.The unit applies to those who are dancers and who wish to refine their technique and expression to produce performances that convey the mood and style of music through complex cultural dance movements. Cultural dancing includes styles such as belly dancing, Irish dancing, Highland dancing, Spanish and Indian dancing, as well as character dance sequences in ballets. They may be preparing for performances in commercial and competitive settings where they would usually be performing as members of an ensemble, though some solo work could be expected. While supervision and guidance are provided, they are expected to display a high level of motivation and responsibility for themselves and others when it comes to applying dance technique in a live performance context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop and undertake physical conditioning program
  • 1.1 Set physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own dance technique
  • 1.2 Identify variety of techniques for preventing injuries and improving stamina, strength and flexibility in consultation with required personnel, according to physical conditioning goals
  • 1.3 Identify risk factors that may inhibit achievement of goals and seek advice as required
  • 1.4 Wear required clothing and footwear when undertaking exercise regime and practising cultural dance technique
  • 1.5 Perform warm-up and cool-down activities in conjunction with dance and physical activities according to safe dance practices
  • 1.6 Identify and discuss with required personnel fatigue and personal limitations when undertaking physical conditioning program as required
2. Practise complex cultural dance techniques
  • 2.1 Develop practice plan for refining combinations of complex cultural dance movements in selected cultural dance style
  • 2.2 Practise a range of techniques specific to selected cultural dance style according to practice plan
  • 2.3 Demonstrate complex cultural dance techniques in practise sessions, incorporating rhythm and musicality
  • 2.4 Execute sequences that use alternative forms of physical coordination according to safe dance practices
  • 2.5 Identify and incorporate relationship between selected cultural dance style and accompanying music and other media into practice sessions
  • 2.6 Confirm that flow and interaction with other performers is smooth and well-timed
3. Review and develop expertise in cultural dance technique
  • 3.1 Identify sources that can be used to build knowledge of dance history and terminology
  • 3.2 Use self-evaluation and feedback from others to identify and develop strategies for improving own cultural dance techniques and performance skills
  • 3.3 View performances by industry practitioners and identify new ideas and trends that can be applied to own cultural dance practice
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI061 CUADAN411 Develop expertise in cultural dance technique Unit of competency