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CUADAN309
Increase depth of street dance technique

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to consolidate basic street dance technique to achieve a greater depth of expression in performances.

This unit applies to dancers who are pursuing a career in theatre and other contexts where street dancing skills are required. Street dancing includes styles, such as hip-hop, break dance, popping, locking, Nu School, krump and house. They could be preparing for performances in commercial, community or open space 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.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 street dance technique

2.1 Ensure appropriate performance preparation

2.2 Perform street dance movements and steps with increasing expertise

2.3 Improvise movements to create a personal style, in a learning environment

2.4 Choreograph and perform a basic street dance sequence, in a learning environment

2.5 Extend individuality and originality during rehearsals and practice sessions

2.6 Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into performances

2.7 Coordinate position and movement between self and other dancers

3. Maintain expertise in street dance technique

3.1 Practise basic movements

3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of street dance history and terminology

3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own street dance performance skills

3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, and maintaining motivation

Evidence of the ability to:

improve street dance technique over a six to twelve-month period

perform a range of basic street dance techniques in a learning environment

respond to constructive feedback on own performance

follow safe dance practices

use street dance terminology correctly.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

explain how the following principles relate to physical movements and street dance techniques:

relationship with gravity

spatial awareness

successional movement

use of breath

folding

extending

rotating

shifting weight

explain how the following apply in the context of safe dance practice and injury prevention:

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

healthy nutrition and diet

explain and demonstrate how the musical elements of time signatures, beat, tempo and syncopation apply to street dance technique

describe key points and prominent dancers in the history of street dance

describe ways of notating street dance.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to appropriate dance performance areas or spaces with suitable flooring.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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 street dance technique

2.1 Ensure appropriate performance preparation

2.2 Perform street dance movements and steps with increasing expertise

2.3 Improvise movements to create a personal style, in a learning environment

2.4 Choreograph and perform a basic street dance sequence, in a learning environment

2.5 Extend individuality and originality during rehearsals and practice sessions

2.6 Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into performances

2.7 Coordinate position and movement between self and other dancers

3. Maintain expertise in street dance technique

3.1 Practise basic movements

3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of street dance history and terminology

3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own street dance performance skills

3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, and maintaining motivation

Evidence of the ability to:

improve street dance technique over a six to twelve-month period

perform a range of basic street dance techniques in a learning environment

respond to constructive feedback on own performance

follow safe dance practices

use street dance terminology correctly.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

explain how the following principles relate to physical movements and street dance techniques:

relationship with gravity

spatial awareness

successional movement

use of breath

folding

extending

rotating

shifting weight

explain how the following apply in the context of safe dance practice and injury prevention:

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

healthy nutrition and diet

explain and demonstrate how the musical elements of time signatures, beat, tempo and syncopation apply to street dance technique

describe key points and prominent dancers in the history of street dance

describe ways of notating street dance.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to appropriate dance performance areas or spaces with suitable flooring.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
In consultation with relevant personnel, identify a range of techniques to improve stamina, strength and flexibility 
Set realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own dance technique 
Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required 
Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking physical conditioning program 
Perform warm-up and warm-down activities in conjunction with dance activities 
Ensure that clothing and footwear are appropriate for exercise regime and practising dance technique 
Ensure appropriate performance preparation 
Perform street dance movements and steps with increasing expertise 
Improvise movements to create a personal style, in a learning environment 
Choreograph and perform a basic street dance sequence, in a learning environment 
Extend individuality and originality during rehearsals and practice sessions 
Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into performances 
Coordinate position and movement between self and other dancers 
Practise basic movements 
Maintain and update knowledge of street dance history and terminology 
Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own street dance performance skills 
Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, and maintaining motivation 

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