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Increase depth of contemporary dance technique

Increase depth of contemporary dance technique

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADAN308
State Code
WI048
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
45
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to consolidate basic contemporary dance technique to achieve a greater depth of expression in performances.This unit applies to dancers who are pursuing a career where contemporary dance 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 contemporary dance technique
  • 2.1 Practise a range of exercises in preparation for contemporary dance performances
  • 2.2 Choreograph and perform basic contemporary dance routines, in a learning environment
  • 2.3 Practise controlling movement from turns, jumps, kicks and splits
  • 2.4 Perform contemporary dance techniques with increasing expertise, in a learning environment
  • 2.5 Incorporate musicality, rhythm and correct timing into performances
  • 2.6 Use dramatic nuance in dance movements as required
  • 2.7 Coordinate position and movement between self and other dancers
3. Maintain expertise in contemporary dance technique
  • 3.1 Practise basic movements
  • 3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of contemporary dance history and terminology
  • 3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own contemporary 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
S7513 CUADAN308A Increase depth of contemporary dance technique Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH22 CUADAN318 Increase depth of contemporary dance techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J694 CUA30213 Certificate III in Community Dance, Theatre and Events Qualification
J693 CUA30113 Certificate III in Dance Qualification