Unit of competency details

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CUADAN102A

This version first released with CUA11 Live Performance Training Package version 1.0

Element 

Performance Criteria 

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

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

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 cool-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. Develop understanding of the concept behind and story-line of the selected dance sequence

3.3. Perform the sequence with expression and to the best of one’s ability

3.4. Apply safe dance practices  at all times to prevent injury to self and others

3.5. Commence and end the sequence in an appropriate way 

3.6 Follow advice from others about ways to improve own dance technique

Overview of assessment 

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Evidence of the ability to:

• perform barre and centre exercises, within personal capabilities
• perform a simple dance sequence that demonstrates a mastery of foundation ballet dance techniques
• respond appropriately to constructive feedback on own performance.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Assessment must ensure access to appropriate dance performance areas or spaces.

Method of assessment 

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

• direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence
• third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
• evaluation of performance of dance skills
• direct observation or video recording of candidate in dance classes
• verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit
• review of candidate’s dance performances by peers and colleagues.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment 

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

• CUAOHS101A Follow basic safe dance practices.

Stretching  exercises should:

• be undertaken with care and to the level of own ability
• incorporate correct breathing technique
• show appropriate use of placing at the barre and in the centre.

Set exercises  must relate to:

• showing correct posture, rotation and turnout
• five positions of feet and arms
• demonstrating correct placing and alignment of the body
• transferring weight with balance, control and strength
• movement of legs and feet through the floor and in the air
• expressing a flow of movement with arms, head and eyes
• coordination of arms and legs
• good use of stretched legs and feet
• careful and good use of demi pointe
• performing port de bras, including:

• correct placing of the arm and arabesque lines
• balanced and harmonious arm lines
• focused use of head and eyes.

Execution of adage and pirouettes  at a foundation level should:

• show correct placing, flow and control
• demonstrate appropriate alignment and balanced arm lines
• show understanding of rotations
• involve neat and controlled pirouette with correct preparations and neat finishes
• show a spotting head in pirouettes.

Execution of allegro  exercises at a foundation level should:

• show good use of demi-plié and stretching of feet and legs
• demonstrate height in steps of elevation
• involve executing steps with clear use of placing, ballon and controlled turnout and elevation
• show correct alignment of the body
• involve performing unseen enchaînements. 

Safe dance practices  relate to:

• understanding the body’s capabilities and limitations, including:

• alignment
• flexibility (mobility)
• strength (stability)
• cardiorespiratory endurance
• muscular endurance

• appropriate footwear and clothing
• barefoot dancing
• warm-up and cool-down activities, such as:

• gentle stretches
• aerobic exercises
• anaerobic exercises
• breathing exercises

• doing exercises and performing routines on flooring appropriate to genre and style of dance, such as:

• sprung softwood
• tarkett
• sprung parquet
• tongue and groove hardwood
• resined for ballroom and Latin dance
• non-slip for ballet
• wood for tap and Spanish

• effect of different ground surfaces, such as:

• moving float
• podium or raised platform
• runway
• concrete or hard floor
• pavement
• slippery floor
• sticky floor
• floor that is too springy
• sloping surface
• earth

• correct execution of dance steps
• nutrition and diet.

Commencing and ending in an appropriate way  may involve:

• performing the entrance with presentation, style and spatial awareness
• showing enjoyment to the audience in a reverence or a bow.