Modification History
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CUADAN308A |
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 consolidate basic contemporary dance technique to achieve a greater depth of expression in performances.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to dancers who are pursuing a career in contexts where contemporary dance 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.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Performance Criteria |
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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
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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, personal limitations and boundaries into account when undertaking physical conditioning program 1.5. Always perform warm-up and cool-down activities in conjunction with dance activities 1.6. Ensure that clothing and footwear are appropriate for undertaking exercise regime and practising dance technique |
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2. Build on basic contemporary dance technique |
2.1. Practise a range of exercises in preparation for contemporary dance performances 2.2. Choreograph and perform basic contemporary dance routines, in a learning environment 2.3. Practise controlling movement such as momentum from turns, jumps, kicks and splits 2.4. Perform contemporary dance techniques with increasing confidence and expertise, in a learning environment 2.5. Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into performances 2.6. Inject dramatic nuance into dance movements as required 2.7. Coordinate position and movement between other dancers |
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3. Maintain expertise |
3.1. Continuously practise basic movements 3.2. Maintain and update knowledge of contemporary dance terminology 3.3. Use feedback from teachers and mentors to identify and develop ways to improve own contemporary dance performance skills 3.4. Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas and trends, and maintaining motivation |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- aural and visual skills to:
- recognise patterns and sequences
- develop a movement memory
- recognise music systems
- develop aural and visual imagination
- communication skills to:
- discuss dance and physical conditioning issues with relevant personnel
- respond appropriately to feedback on own skill development
- initiative and enterprise skills to:
- work creatively with music and dance
- dance with strong stage presence, confidence and projection
- communicate the mood or style of dances to audiences
- use imagination to choreograph simple contemporary routines
- learning skills to:
- improve own contemporary dance techniques through practice and a positive attitude to dancing
- develop and implement a personal physical conditioning program
- develop a movement memory
- planning and organising skills to plan practice time
- self-management skills to:
- arrive punctually at classes
- dress appropriately
- observe dance discipline and follow direction
- apply safe dance practices
- teamwork skills to work collaboratively with others involved in dance classes.
Required knowledge
- well-developed knowledge of:
- principles underlying dance movements and techniques, such as:
- relationship with gravity
- spatial awareness
- successional movement
- use of breath
- folding
- extending
- rotating
- shifting weight
- anatomical foundations, including:
- articulation of the spine
- engagement 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
- importance of healthy food choices in relation to wellbeing and injury prevention, including five food groups and recommended daily amounts
- contemporary dance terminology
- stage geography and directions
- principles and application of movement to music
- musical rhythms, including:
- time signatures
- beat
- tempo
- syncopation
- overview knowledge of:
- main periods in the history of contemporary dance, including prominent dancers
- ways of notating contemporary dance.
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.
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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 appropriate dance performance areas or spaces. |
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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). |
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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.
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Relevant personnel may include: |
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Risk factors may relate to: |
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Warm-up and cool-down activities may include: |
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Exercises may relate to adapting classical ballet movements to a contemporary dance context, such as: |
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Contemporary dance techniques may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - dance
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
