Modification History
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CUADAN509A |
This version first released with CUA11 Live Performance Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to dance sur les pointes at an advanced level.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to dancers who are consolidating their career in contexts where dancing sur les pointes at an advanced level is expected. They perform across a range of dance repertoire as part of a duo, in an ensemble or in solo roles.
Dancing en pointe requires strength and skill and is a central part of a female ballet dancer's training and repertoire. Pointe shoes are normally worn only by female dancers, though male dancers may wear them for certain roles and professional performances.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to dance sur les pointes at an advanced level.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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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. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the body for pointe work |
1.1. Prepare feet and pointe shoes for pointe work 1.2. Warm up and cool down the body for pointe using the entire body for support, including the legs, back and abdominal muscles 1.3. Identify and minimise risk factors associated with pointe work 1.4. Seek assistance and advice when common injuries from pointe work occur |
2. Practise pointe technique of increasing difficulty |
2.1. Use appropriate terminology to a nalyse the components of pointe technique 2.2. Apply correct technical requirements to pointe work 2.3. Work on developing performance attributes and quality of movement in sequences of increasing difficulty sur les pointes 2.4. Execute variations of ballet repertoire with accuracy sur les pointes across ballet styles and genres 2.5. Demonstrate accurate spatial arrangements , individual artistic quality, and correct musical and rhythmic interpretation en pointe |
3. Review own progress in developing pointe technique |
3.1. Monitor progress through critical analysis of own pointe work performance in class 3.2. Use feedback from teachers and mentors to identify and develop ways to improve own pointe technique 3.3. Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas and trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to:
- respond appropriately to feedback on own skill development and performance
- consult with peers, mentors and doctors, including interpersonal skills relating to listening, questioning, gaining feedback and giving information
- use correct terminology
- initiative and enterprise skills to:
- refine pointe technique
- dance with artistry and assurance
- learning skills to refine pointe work through:
- practising movements and sequences of increasing difficulty
- a positive attitude to dancing
- analysing pointe work
- planning and organising skills to prepare for pointe work
- self-management skills to:
- arrive punctually at classes and rehearsals
- dress appropriately
- observe dance discipline and follow direction
- apply safe dance practices and identify risk factors associated with pointe work
- technical dance skills to:
- articulate correct pointe work technique
- apply advanced pointe work to classical ballet sequences and repertoire showing:
- muscular strength and flexibility
- control of movement
- classical line
- quality and breadth of movement
- individual artistic qualities and personalities
- more complex enchaînements.
Required knowledge
- well-developed knowledge of each section of dance work as it applies to pointe work, including:
- barre
- centre practice
- adage
- pirouettes
- allegro
- batterie
- grand allegro
- cool down
- principles underlying dance movements and techniques as applied to pointe work, including:
- balance
- spatial awareness
- successional movement
- use of breath
- control of movement
- muscular strength and flexibility
- rotation
- transference of weight
- anatomical foundations, including:
- articulation of the spine
- articulation of the feet
- bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso
- range of motion of the joints
- differentiation of the legs and pelvis
- health and wellbeing issues relevant to classical ballet artists
- relationship between music and dance
- risk factors in ballet for the physical body, especially as applied to pointe work
- pointe work terminology
- history of ballet and pointe
- principles of classical ballet.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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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:
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:
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Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Preparations for feet may include: |
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Preparations for pointe shoes may include: |
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Warm-up and cool-down may include: |
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Risk factors may include: |
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Common injuries may include: |
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Pointe technique may include: |
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Technical requirements may include: |
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Performance attributes may relate to: |
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Repertoire may include: |
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Ballet styles and genres may include: |
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Spatial arrangements may include: |
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Critical analysis may be through: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - dance
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.