Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated application and assessment conditions sections. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.

Elements 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria 

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Analyse and interpret the grade syllabus

1.1 Demonstrate understanding of the syllabus at the individual grade levels

1.2 Identify and interpret the syllabus requirements for barre  work for each grade level

1.3 Identify and interpret the syllabus requirements for port de bras  for each grade level

1.4 Identify and interpret syllabus requirements for centre practice  for each grade level

1.5 Distinguish syllabus requirements for adage  for each grade level

1.6 Identify and interpret syllabus requirements for pirouettes  for each grade level

1.7 Distinguish syllabus requirements for allegro  for each grade level

1.8 Analyse the syllabus requirements for studies  for each grade level

2. Design warm-up exercises

2.1 Design aerobic warm-up exercises

2.2 Demonstrate a range of stretches appropriate for the specific grade level

2.3 Design exercises for strengthening the feet

3. Demonstrate and deliver grade-specific exercises

3.1 Demonstrate range of travelling movements  appropriate for the individual grade level

3.2 Identify faults and suggest corrective exercises

3.3 Identify and define French terminology for individual exercises

3.4 Demonstrate an ability to break down grade-specific exercises into individual steps

3.5 Monitor quality of ballon and footwork

3.6 Analyse line and quality of position

3.7 Monitor students’ control through body and legs

3.8 Encourage in students a sense of enjoyment and confidence in movement

4. Teach students to perform grade-specific enchaînements

4.1 Demonstrate a combination of exercises to create a series of steps, or enchaînements, specific to the grade level

4.2 Perform enchaînements to music as specified in the grade syllabus

4.3 Encourage a sense of performance, musicality and artistry

4.4 Give positive feedback on rhythm, quality and coordination of movement

5. Prepare students for grade examinations

5.1 Explain examination requirements to students

5.2 Practise a range of positions and movements consistent with the syllabus

5.3 Identify syllabus requirements and artistry for studies at individual levels

5.4 Conduct and document a pre-examination checklist

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8

• Obtains information from written sources

Oral communication

2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.8, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4, 5.1

• Obtains information by listening and questioning
• Uses clear language and correct industry terminology to contribute information and express requirements

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4

• Applies organisational procedures when teaching the Cecchetti Ballet method and meets expectations associated with own role

Interact with others

2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.6, 4.1, 4.3, 4.4, 5.1

• Builds rapport with and motivates students
• Shows respect for the values and aspirations of students when providing feedback on skill development

Get the work done

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4

• Adopts a methodical and logical approach to the process of preparing for and conducting dance classes
• Facilitates the learning of others through competent delivery of dance classes
• Monitors and adjusts teaching to meet group or individual requirements

Barre  must include:

• establishing and maintaining appropriate posture
• establishing and sustaining appropriate degree of turnout
• sustaining stretched legs and feet
• sustaining centring of the body
• showing transfer of weight with ease.

Port de bras  must include:

• position and shapes shown
• extension of extremities to create line
• flow
• breadth
• poise and developing expressive qualities.

Centre practice  must include:

• establishing and maintaining appropriate posture
• establishing and sustaining appropriate degree of turnout
• sustaining stretched legs and feet
• centring the body to be sustained
• showing transfer of weight with ease.

Adage  must include:

• establishment and placement of body parts
• ability to demonstrate line
• maintenance of stability
• strength and control
• transfer of weight with ease.

Pirouette  must include:

• use of head and eyes
• centring of the body
• accuracy in demonstration.

Allegro  must include:

• well-articulated feet
• ability to take off and land with the correct use of demi plié
• maintenance of turnout with well-stretched legs and feet
• precision of footwork
• well-defined beats
• ability to demonstrate spatial awareness
• ability to demonstrate diverse movement qualities
• upper body coordination, including use of head and arms
• elevation
• joy of movement shown.

Studies  must include:

• Le Chat 4/4
• Sailor’s Hornpipe 4/4
• La Grand Classique 3/4
• Tarantella 6/8
• Classical Study for girls or boys 3/4
• Polka 2/4
• Ragtime 2/4
• Spanish Waltz 3/4
• Cinderella
• Pirate’s treasure hunt
• Lyrical 3/4
• Mazurka 3/4.

Travelling movements  must include:

• assemblés élancés
• autour de la salle
• balancés
• demi contretemps
• échappés sautes et soubresauts
• galops
• glissades
• glissades changé et pas de chat
• grand allegro en diagonale
• pas de bourrée
• pas de chats
• polkas
• posés coupés and galops
• posés en avant
• posés tours
• preparations for chainé
• sissones
• step pas de bourrée
• step temps levé.

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUADTM409 Teach Cecchetti Ballet method at junior level (Release 2)

CUADTM409 Teach Cecchetti Ballet method at junior level (Release 1)

Updated application and assessment conditions sections. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 2

This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated application and assessment conditions sections. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0.