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Increase depth of jazz dance technique

Increase depth of jazz dance technique

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN305
State Code
WI045
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to consolidate basic jazz dance technique to achieve a greater depth of expression in performances.This unit applies to dancers who are pursuing a career where jazz dancing skills are required. They could be preparing for performances in commercial or community settings where they would usually be performing as members of an ensemble.At this level work is normally supervised, though some autonomy and judgement can be expected within established parameters.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain a physical conditioning program
  • 1.1 In consultation with relevant personnel, identify a range of techniques to improve stamina, strength and flexibility
  • 1.2 Set realistic physical conditioning goals aimed at improving own dance technique
  • 1.3 Identify risk factors that may inhibit the achievement of goals and seek professional advice as required
  • 1.4 Take fatigue and personal limitations into account when undertaking physical conditioning program
  • 1.5 Perform warm-up and warm-down activities in conjunction with dance activities
  • 1.6 Ensure that clothing and footwear are appropriate for exercise regime and practising dance technique
2. Build on basic jazz dance technique
  • 2.1 Practise a range of exercises in preparation for jazz dance performances
  • 2.2 Choreograph and perform basic jazz dance routines in a learning environment
  • 2.3 Practise controlling movement from turns, jumps, kicks and splits
  • 2.4 Perform jazz dance techniques with increasing expertise, in a learning environment
  • 2.5 Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into performances
  • 2.6 Coordinate position and movement between self and other dancers
3. Maintain expertise in jazz dance techniques
  • 3.1 Undertake regular practise of basic movements
  • 3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of jazz dance history and terminology
  • 3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own jazz dance performance skills
  • 3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, and maintaining motivation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7490 CUADAN305A Increase depth of jazz dance technique Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH26 CUADAN315 Increase depth of jazz dance techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J693 CUA30113 Certificate III in Dance Qualification