Modification History
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CUAOHS301A |
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 optimise physical wellbeing and safely perform a range of body conditioning exercises and movements to support dance performance.
Application of the Unit
Individuals preparing and maintaining peak fitness to undertake dance performance apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. Physical conditioning is a vital aspect of a dancer’s daily routine and requires a full understanding of different fitness regimes and the use of relevant equipment and tools. Exercise programs could be undertaken in a dance studio or other locations, such as fitness studios or gyms.
Work performed requires a range of well-developed skills where some discretion and judgement are required and individuals are expected to take responsibility for their own outputs.
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 |
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. Develop a conditioning regime |
1.1. Discuss with relevant personnel the type of body conditioning program best suited to own dance performance needs 1.2. Apply understanding of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics to the development of a body conditioning regime 1.3. Incorporate fundamental nutritional principles into body conditioning regime 1.4. Include exercise programs and techniques in conditioning regime to promote physical strength, conditioning and wellbeing 1.5. Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required 1.6. Document the ongoing physical conditioning and exercise program to facilitate regular monitoring and adjustment of body conditioning regime |
2. Undertake conditioning exercise sessions |
2.1. Undertake and document pre-conditioning physical evaluation 2.2. Source and analyse music for warm-up and conditioning routines as required 2.3. Execute warm-up exercises to increase blood flow and circulation in a gradual manner 2.4. Work exercise routines to selected music as required 2.5. Apply disciplined work habits and commitment to the conditioning regime 2.6. Maintain OHS practices for self and others 2.7. Undertake cool-down exercises to return respiration and heart rate to normal |
3. Incorporate behavioural techniques into conditioning regime |
3.1. Discuss with relevant personnel the effects of motivation on physical condition of the human body 3.2. Incorporate mind and body education techniques into conditioning program 3.3. Work on enhancing performance through basic visualisation, focus and concentration |
4. Review conditioning regime |
4.1. Monitor and document vital signs and responses throughout personal exercise regime 4.2. Evaluate personal conditioning program to enhance injury-prevention strategies 4.3. Identify improvement strategies to enhance personal exercise regime as required |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to:
- discuss aspects of body conditioning regimes with relevant personnel
- interpret and clarify written and verbal instructions
- initiative and enterprise skills to use techniques to enhance the outcomes of exercise programs
- planning and organising skills to develop and follow a balanced physical conditioning and exercise program to meet peak physical performance
- problem-solving skills to address the fine motor control requirements of exercises
- self-management skills to:
- seek assistance when problems arise
- follow nutritional guidelines
- follow OHS requirements as they relate to body conditioning activities
- demonstrate consistency, discipline and commitment in relation to evaluating and monitoring personal fitness levels
- teamwork skills to participate in group training sessions
- technical skills to:
- execute a series of body conditioning exercises
- use a range of exercise equipment
- measure physiological responses to exercise, e.g. pulse and blood pressure.
Required knowledge
- well-developed knowledge of:
- principles of:
- skeletal and muscular systems
- cardiovascular and cardiorespiratory systems
- resistance or strength training
- systems of measuring the effectiveness of exercise and fitness techniques that can be used to improve these systems
- nutrition and diet
- muscle memory
- importance of healthy food choices in relation to wellbeing and injury prevention, including five food groups and recommended daily amounts
- terminology associated with the human body
- overview knowledge of:
- principles of biomechanics, including:
- applying the sciences of biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, and motor learning to human movement, performance and function
- biofeedback theory.
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:
Where delivery and assessment involves Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, trainers and assessors must be validated by the Community Advisory Board. Training and assessment can be undertaken in conjunction with an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons. |
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.
Relevant personnel may include: |
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Aspects of anatomy and physiology may relate to: |
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Biomechanics relates to determining the physiological response of the human body to physical exercise of varying intensity, and includes: |
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Nutritional principles relate to: |
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Exercise programs may include: |
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Risk factors may relate to: |
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Aspects to document may include: |
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Aspects to analyse in music include: |
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Warm-up exercises may relate to: |
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Exercise routines may relate to: |
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Work habits may include: |
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OHS practices may include: |
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Motivation may relate to: |
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Mind and body education techniques may relate to: |
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Vital signs may relate to: |
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Injury prevention may involve identifying excess intensity in exercise regimes and may relate to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - OHS
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.