Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Live Performance and Entertainment Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to consolidate basic ballet dance technique to achieve a greater depth of expression in performances.
This unit applies to dancers who are pursuing a career where ballet dancing skills are required. They could be preparing for performances in commercial or community settings where they would usually be performing as members of an ensemble.
At this level work is normally supervised, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected within established parameters.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Performing arts – dance
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Maintain a physical conditioning program |
1.1 In consultation with relevant personnel, identify a range of techniques to improve stamina, strength and flexibility 1.2 Set realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own dance technique 1.3 Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required 1.4 Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking physical conditioning program 1.5 Perform warm-up and warm-down activities in conjunction with dance activities 1.6 Ensure that clothing and footwear are appropriate for exercise regime and practising dance technique |
2. Build on basic ballet dance technique |
2.1 Use appropriate balance, posture and breathing techniques to develop a repertoire of fluid ballet positions and movements at the barre 2.2 In centre space, perform patterns and movement sequences in time with differing rhythm 2.3 Practise facial expressions and other techniques required to perform simple mimes 2.4 Perform a range of exercises to strengthen capacity for pointe work as required 2.5 Demonstrate a sense of spatial awareness in dance movements 2.6 Perform ballet dance techniques with increasing expertise, in a learning environment 2.7 Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into performances 2.8 Coordinate position and movement between self and other dancers |
3. Maintain expertise in ballet dance technique |
3.1 Practise executing movements with precision and speed 3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of ballet history and dance terminology 3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own ballet dance performance skills 3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, and maintaining motivation |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Learning |
1.1, 3.3, 3.4 |
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Reading |
3.2 |
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Oral communication |
1.1, 1.3, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.5, 1.6, 3.2 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.3, 2.8, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 3.4 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and Title Current Version |
Code and Title Previous Version |
Comments |
E/N |
CUADAN306 Increase depth of ballet dance technique |
CUADAN306A Increase depth of ballet dance technique |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
E |
Links
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