Unit of competency details

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CUAOHS201A

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. Plan fitness regime

1.1. In consultation with relevant personnel , plan a fitness regime that includes basic training techniques  for improving strength, flexibility and stamina

1.2. Ensure that fitness regime takes account of the relationship between exercise and energy needs

1.3. Plan and cost an affordable and balanced diet that meets a dancer’s needs

1.4. Incorporate into fitness regime strategies  to address psychological and physical issues  associated with body maintenance

1.5. Match components of fitness regime to level of fitness required for specific dance performances or dance styles

1.6. Identify the correct level of training to avoid over or under training 

1.7. In consultation with relevant personnel, establish a process for reviewing and adjusting fitness regime

2. Undertake body conditioning for dance

2.1. Practise movements and exercises  to align body and improve dynamic stability 

2.2. Practise controlling balance through a variety of exercises with eyes shut and open

2.3. Engage and strengthen core stabiliser muscles 

2.4. Execute coordinated movements with balance and stability

2.5. Review and adjust body conditioning exercises in line with agreed process

3. Execute a series of limber exercises

3.1. Work on improving muscular flexibility 

3.2. Work on improving flexibility of the spine 

3.3. Work on improving mobility of the hip sockets 

3.4. Review and adjust limber exercises in line with agreed process

Overview of assessment 

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

Evidence of the ability to:

• develop a fitness regime appropriate to the level of fitness required for dance activities
• apply basic techniques to improve strength, flexibility and stamina
• apply basic nutrition principles to own diet.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Assessment must ensure access to dance or fitness studio setting.

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 a fitness plan developed
• verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit
• case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of issues and challenges that arise in the context of developing a basic level of physical condition for dance performance
• direct observation or video recording of the candidate executing exercises.

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:

• CUADAN201A Develop basic dance techniques.

Relevant personnel  may include:

• teacher
• fitness instructor
• mentor
• supervisor
• colleague
• fellow student
• performer.

Basic training techniques  must relate to improving:

• strength:

• weight training
• flexibility
• core strength stability (trunk stability)

• flexibility:

• stretching
• dynamic stretching routine

• stamina:

• endurance training.

Strategies  may include:

• positive thinking
• self-esteem
• cues and antecedents
• lifestyle changes
• exercise.

Psychological and physical issues  may include:

• anorexia
• bulimia
• stress
• body image
• effect of being undernourished on the energy levels required of performers
• effect of overeating before, during and after performances.

Symptoms of over or under training  may include:

• tired or sore muscles
• feeling unwell
• fatigue or lack of stamina
• stress
• increase in injuries
• poor performance
• affected sleep patterns
• length of training periods.

Movements and exercises  may be Pilates-based and relate to:

• correct alignment and maintenance of the neutral spine position in supine, sitting, standing parallel and externally rotated positions
• engagement of adductors and hamstrings to avoid hyperextension
• control and maintenance of body alignment through supine, sitting and standing work and simple weight transfers
• postural and movement material that demonstrates an understanding of psoas and iliacus.

Dynamic stability  means control of:

• pelvic floor
• multifidus
• transversus abdominus
• diaphragm.

Core stabiliser muscles  function at:

• muscle regions of the trunk:

• abdominal
• pelvic
• lower back

• hip joint:

• gluteus medius muscle

• shoulder complex:

• lower trapezius muscle.

Muscular flexibility  should be demonstrated in the:

• hamstrings
• Achilles tendons
• psoas
• iliacus
• rectus femoris
• adductors
• groin.

Flexibility of the spine  should be demonstrated in:

• extension
• flexion
• rotation
• lateral.

Mobility of the hip sockets  should be demonstrated in:

• flexion
• extension
• abduction
• internal rotation
• external rotation.