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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for dance classes
   • Ensure dance elements or movements for classes are safely sequenced
   • Identify and minimise risk factors in the teaching of tap classes
   • Check that learners are wearing appropriate practice clothing and footwear
   • Demonstrate appropriate warm-up techniques
2. Demonstrate basic tap dance techniques
   • Demonstrate to learners correct posture and body alignment appropriate to tap dance technique and movement
   • Demonstrate isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in simple movement sequences
   • Demonstrate a range of techniques that integrate balance, flexibility, stamina, coordination, weight transfer and control and articulation of individual body parts
   • Emphasise the importance of control, attention to detail and memory when demonstrating simple sequences or enchaînement of dance steps
   • Demonstrate the timing and phrasing relationship between tap dance movement and the accompanying music
   • Follow safe dance practice in teaching activities to minimise risk of injuries
   • Demonstrate appropriate warm-down techniques
   • Manage class dynamics and learner behaviour to encourage learning
3. Maintain expertise in basic tap dance technique
   • Use feedback from relevant personnel about the quality of classes to identify areas of own teaching practice that could be improved
   • Use a range of sources to keep up-to-date with current industry issues, trends and codes of practice
   • Participate in professional development activities as required

Range Statement

This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Techniques taught at a basic level must relate to:

barre work: full pliés and shuffles heel shuffles tap-ups turns shuffles and wings knock wings dance centre amalgamations: shuffles (medium tempo) tap-ups and ripples: travelling, 3/4 time, medium or fast tempo speed tap-ups: very fast tempo samba syncopation turning cramp rolls: 3/4 time turns on diagonal wings (doubles, split and travelling).

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Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

demonstrate basic tap dance technique

demonstrate correct warm-up and warm-down techniques and follow safe dance practices in teaching activities

demonstrate short and simple enchaînements

demonstrate musicality, expression, phrasing and correct timing, and sensitivity in movement sequences

interact effectively and constructively with learners

evaluate own teaching practice and identify ways to improve it.

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

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

in the context of demonstrating dance technique, explain the significance of the following anatomical foundations:

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

describe:

key principles in the Australian Guidelines for Dance Teachers and Dance Industry Code of Ethics

tap dance principles and techniques

features of commonly performed tap dance repertoire

graded progress requirements according to dance society levels

issues and challenges that arise when teaching tap dance

key aspects of safe dance practice

protocols associated with teaching dance.

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