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Develop foundational jazz dance techniques

Develop foundational jazz dance techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN113
State Code
ODE03
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
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to build a solid foundation in jazz dance technique under the supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers.The unit applies to those who have some dance experience, gained from dance classes or community dance activities. It also applies to individuals with no prior dance training, but with an aptitude for dance and an interest in developing jazz dance technique. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop technical expertise in jazz
  • 1.1 Perform stretching exercises under guidance of supervisor
  • 1.2 Perform exercises from a variety of jazz dance techniques and styles
  • 1.3 Practise using arm lines
  • 1.4 Show control in turning balances
2. Practise isolation exercises
  • 2.1 Identify purpose and application of isolation exercises
  • 2.2 Perform isolation exercises focusing on different parts of the body according to safe dance practices
  • 2.3 Incorporate required timing and basic rhythm into exercises
3. Perform simple jazz progressions
  • 3.1 Agree on progression that includes techniques in consultation with required personnel, according to own technical ability
  • 3.2 Communicate mood and style of progression to audience
  • 3.3 Maintain required posture, alignment and control during performance according to safe dance practices
  • 3.4 End dance progression as required
4. Review performances and set goals
  • 4.1 Evaluate own performance and development of foundation jazz techniques
  • 4.2 Seek coaching from others and identify areas where own dance technique can be improved
  • 4.3 Set goals for improvement and develop a strategy to achieve them
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI028 CUADAN103 Develop foundation jazz dance technique Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGT2 CUA10120 Certificate I in Dance Qualification