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Develop basic dance techniques

Develop basic dance techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN201
State Code
WI032
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop basic dance techniques for a limited range of styles under the supervision of a teacher.Dancers at the beginning of their career apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. They would normally perform as members of a group or ensemble and could be developing technique in dance styles such as ballet, contemporary, jazz, ballroom, tap, cultural or street.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify basic dance techniques
  • 1.1 Identify principles and characteristics of a range of basic dance techniques
  • 1.2 Discuss with relevant personnel the range of ways in which dance techniques can be used to create simple movement sequences
  • 1.3 Identify relationship between dance techniques and accompanying music
  • 1.4 Identify how dance techniques respond to a range of influences
  • 1.5 Use dance terminology correctly in discussions
2. Participate in personal warm-up and class preparation
  • 2.1 Select and wear appropriate practice clothing and footwear
  • 2.2 Develop an appropriate warm-up strategy
  • 2.3 Complete appropriate warm-up exercises
  • 2.4 Follow safe dance practices to prevent injury to self and others
3. Practise basic dance techniques
  • 3.1 Demonstrate posture and body alignment appropriate to the dance technique and movement
  • 3.2 Demonstrate isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in simple movement sequences
  • 3.3 Apply locomotor techniques in dance practice sessions
  • 3.4 Apply a range of techniques that integrate balance, flexibility, coordination, weight transfer, and control and articulation of individual body parts
  • 3.5 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve basic dance techniques
4. Develop combinations of dance techniques
  • 4.1 Discuss with relevant personnel the combinations of dance exercises to be performed
  • 4.2 Apply memory retention skills, control and finesse when combining dance techniques within exercises
  • 4.3 Incorporate musicality and phrasing into dance exercises
  • 4.4 Seek feedback from others about ways to improve combinations of basic dance techniques
  • 4.5 Complete appropriate warm-down exercises after dance activities
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7570 CUADAN201A Develop basic dance techniques Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH39 CUADAN211 Develop basic dance techniques Unit of competency