Elements and Performance Criteria
- Consolidate understanding of anatomy and anatomical structures
- Discuss with relevant personnel how an understanding of anatomy can contribute to the safe acquisition of dance technique or movement skills
- Use a wide range of anatomical terminology relevant to context
- Become familiar with how anatomical structures respond to physical activity
- Apply a sound understanding of injury-avoidance techniques to dance and movement activities
- Make connections between anatomy principles and own performance technique or teaching practice
- Assess ways in which knowledge of anatomy may be used, adapted or challenged in relation to own performance technique or teaching practice
- Discuss with relevant personnel how own technique or teaching practice can be improved by applying a knowledge of nutritional principles
- Distil key themes in knowledge of anatomy to aid in clarity of thought about implications for development of own practice
- In consultation with relevant personnel adjust own physical conditioning program and approach to development of technique or teaching practice as required
- Update and maintain knowledge of anatomy and nutrition principles
- Identify and use opportunities to update and expand own knowledge of anatomy and nutrition
- Monitor response to changes made to own approach to developing or teaching technique as a result of incorporating a greater awareness of anatomy and nutrition principles
- Continue to adjust own practice to optimise results