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Elements and Performance Criteria

Develop an understanding of contemporary dance as an art form
- Develop understanding of movement philosophiesand terminologyemployed in contemporary dance
- Develop understanding of the underlyingprinciples of contemporary dance styles
Develop basic contemporary dance performance skills
Perform short dance routines

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to

discuss dance issues with colleagues in an appropriate way

respond appropriately to feedback on own skill development and performance

initiative and enterprise skills to

apply techniques of music to movement in dance forms

express rhythms in physical form

approach unknown works with confidence and energy

learning skills to

improve own contemporary dance techniques through practice and a positive attitude to dancing

develop a movement memory

planning and organising skills to

prepare for performances

plan practice time

selfmanagement 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 and performances

work in a cohesive partnership with a peer interpreting a dance style

Required knowledge

welldeveloped knowledge of

principles underlying dance movements and techniques such as

relationship with gravity

spatial awareness

successional movement

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

overview knowledge of

stagecraft as it relates to dancers including

history of contemporary dance including prominent dancers

Evidence Required

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

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

Evidence of the ability to

reproduce contemporary dance exercises and routines within personal capabilities

convey the basic communicative message of contemporary dance steps and movements

display fluency of movement

apply the basic concepts of contemporary dance to own performances

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to appropriate dance performance areas or spaces

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

thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

evaluation of performance of dance skills

verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

review of candidates dance performances by peers and colleagues

analysis of dancers ability to convey dances intended meaning

direct observation or video recording of dance performance

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands eg literacy and the needs of particular groups eg 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

CUADANA Develop basic dance techniques

CUADAN201A Develop basic dance techniques

CUADANA Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances

CUADAN202A Incorporate artistic expression into basic dance performances

CUAPRFA Prepare self for performances

CUAPRF201A Prepare self for performances.

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.

Movement philosophiesmay include:	Alexander technique Bartenieff fundamentals Feldenkrais method Ideokinesis Pilates yoga Thera-Band.
Terminologymay include:	grounded contraction floor work contact improvisation.
Principles may include:	strong centre and back good placement active muscle use off centre balance twisting movements isolations release contractions triplets floor work.
Styles may include:	Graham Cunningham Hawkins Horton Humphrey-Weidman release Alvin Alley.
Basic contemporary dance techniquesmay relate to:	correct body alignment contact improvisational techniques corporeal mime maintaining balance on supporting leg maintaining control in turning balances maintaining rhythm and tempo using arm lines appropriately and extensively fluid control of rolls working at differing tempos focusing eyes and mind while performing dancing barefoot isocentric and polycentric isolations air work floor work improvisation locomotor exercises and sequences, such as: pirouettes posés piqués pencil turns châinés kicks jumps and leaps non-locomotor exercises and sequences, such as: pliés tendus working on centre and off centre.
Safe dance practicesrelate to:	understanding the body’s capabilities and limitations, including: alignment flexibility (mobility) strength (stability) cardiorespiratory endurance muscular endurance warm-up and cool-down activities, such as: gentle stretches aerobic exercises anaerobic exercises breathing exercises doing exercises and performing routines on flooring appropriate to genre and style of dance, such as: sprung softwood tarkett sprung parquet tongue and groove hardwood resined for ballroom and Latin dance non-slip for ballet wood for tap and Spanish correct execution of dance steps appropriate clothing and footwear nutrition and diet.
Aspectsmay include:	audience characteristics costume requirements length of performances make-up props number of performances.
Relevant personnelmay include:	choreographers community members manager mentors performers representatives of dance societies supervisor.
Basic make-up may include:	face make-up body paint theatre make-up.
Costumes may include:	designer streetwear sportswear.