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Develop foundation ballet dance technique

Develop foundation ballet dance technique

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN102
State Code
WI027
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
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build a solid foundation in ballet dance technique under the supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers.Persons with some dance experience apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. Usually, experience would have been gained in dance classes, amateur performances or community dance activities, often from an early age. However, this unit also applies to individuals with no prior training, but with an aptitude for dance and an interest in developing classical ballet technique.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Practise barre work
  • 1.1 Under the guidance of a teacher, perform stretching exercises
  • 1.2 Perform set exercises using upper and lower body movements
  • 1.3 Incorporate a feel for music into exercises
  • 1.4 Use ballet terminology correctly in discussions
2. Practise centre exercises
  • 2.1 Perform set exercises using upper and lower body movements
  • 2.2 Demonstrate musicality while performing adage and pirouettes at a foundation level
  • 2.3 Demonstrate spatial awareness, correct breathing and musicality while performing allegro exercises at a foundation level
  • 2.4 Perform warm-down exercises after dance activity
3. Perform a simple dance sequence
  • 3.1 Under the guidance of a teacher, select a prepared dance sequence to perform in class
  • 3.2 Identify and use the history and storyline of the selected dance sequence
  • 3.3 Perform the sequence with expression and demonstrating appropriate technical ability
  • 3.4 Follow safe dance practices at all times to prevent injury to self and others
  • 3.5 Begin and end the sequence in an appropriate way
4. Review performance
  • 4.1 Evaluate own performance in context of skill development needs
  • 4.2 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own dance technique
  • 4.3 Set realistic goals for improvement and develop strategies to achieve them
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD79 CUADAN112 Develop foundational ballet dance techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J690 CUA10113 Certificate I in Dance Qualification