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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for dance classes
  2. Demonstrate medium level classical ballet techniques
  3. Maintain expertise in teaching medium level classical ballet technique

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 medium level must relate to:

proficient use of demi pointe

coordination of arms and legs

demonstrating correct placing and alignment of the body

competent execution of:

adage

allegro enchaînement

battements tendus and grands battements

batterie enchaînement

grand allegro

grands jetés en avant

grands jetés en tournant

petit allegro

pirouettes en dedans

pirouettes en dehors

pirouettes en diagonale

temps liés

expressing a flow of movement with arms, head and eyes

proficient use of stretched legs and feet

movement of legs and feet through the floor and in the air

performing port de bras:

correct placing of the arm and arabesque lines

balanced and harmonious arm lines

focused use of head and eyes

showing correct posture, rotation and turnout

transferring weight correctly with balance, control and strength.


Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

demonstrate medium level classical ballet technique

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

demonstrate complex 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.


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

classical ballet principles and techniques

features of commonly performed classical ballet repertoire

graded progress requirements according to dance society levels

issues and challenges that arise when teaching classical ballet

key aspects of safe dance practice

protocols associated with teaching dance.