Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for dance classes
- Demonstrate medium level contemporary dance techniques
- Demonstrate to learners correct posture and body alignment appropriate to medium level contemporary dance technique and movement
- Demonstrate isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in complex movement sequences
- Demonstrate balance, flexibility, coordination, stamina, weight transfer and control and articulation of individual body parts in an integrated manner in a range of techniques
- Emphasise the importance of control, attention to detail and memory when demonstrating complex sequences or enchaînement of dance steps
- Demonstrate the timing and phrasing relationship between medium level contemporary dance movement and the accompanying music through dance that displays musicality, phrasing, sensitivity and correct timing
- Follow safe dance practice in teaching activities
- Demonstrate appropriate cool-down techniques
- Maintain expertise