Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required mainly by male dancers and performers, to improve their weight lifting capacity. These skills are commonly applied in dance genres, such as ballet and contemporary dance, as well as in acrobatic circus performances.
Exercises are undertaken in gyms or in facilities with a range of resistance training equipment. Individuals are expected to apply some discretion and judgement to their exercise regime and to take responsibility for their own outputs.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Perform a range of basic resistance training exercises | 1.1 In consultation with relevant personnel analyse theories behind a range of resistance training exercises 1.2 Ensure that grip positions and methods of using equipment for full muscular development are correct 1.3 Display muscular control when performing exercises |
2. Apply muscular fitness to a range of exercises | 2.1 Display muscular flexibility in exercises 2.2 Demonstrate coordinated muscular control in exercises 2.3 Display power through speed and control in exercises |
3. Use safe lifting techniques | 3.1 Apply a knowledge of correct posture and muscular strength to lifting exercises 3.2 Ensure neutral pelvic alignment prior to commencing lifts 3.3 Maintain postural stability and fluid action during weight lifting 3.4 Maintain a stable yet relaxed lower body while engaging the spinal erectors, transversus abdominus and the upper limbs |
4. Demonstrate core control during a range of exercises | 4.1 Maintain abdominal stability and correct, stable posture throughout exercises 4.2 Use lumbar muscles to maintain erect posture 4.3 In consultation with relevant personnel review and adjust weight training exercises as required |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
shift and lift an outside resistance without injuring the body
improve weight lifting capacity through regular resistance training exercises.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements the individual must:
describe how the following contribute to safe dance practice and injury prevention:
articulation of the spine
engagement of the feet
support provided by feet, legs, hands, arms and torso
the way joints move
differentiation of the legs and pelvis
explain key features of the following in the context of weight training:
safe lifting techniques
core control skills
a range of resistance training equipment.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to a gym with a range of equipment and resources for weight training.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Learning | 1.1, 4.3 | Seeks the views and opinions of others to develop own understanding Seeks feedback and accepts guidance from others |
Oral communication | 1.1, 4.3 | Obtains information by listening and questioning Discusses ideas and solutions |
Navigate the world of work | 1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 4.1, 4.3 | Applies organisational procedures in relation to gym and weight training |
Interact with others | 1.1, 4.3 | Works collaboratively |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.2, 13 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2 | Adopts a methodical and disciplined approach to improving weight lifting capacity for performances Uses a range of resistance-training equipment to build strength |
Sectors
Regulation, licensing and risk – work health and safety