Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for dance classes
- Demonstrate high level classical ballet techniques
- Demonstrate to learners correct posture and body alignment appropriate to high level classical ballet technique and movement
- Demontrate isolation and coordination of the upper and lower body in highly complex movement sequences
- Demonstrate balance, flexibility, coordination, stamina 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 highly complex series of steps or enchaînements
- Demonstrate the timing and phrasing relationship between classical ballet movement and the accompanying music through dance that displays, musicality, phrasing, sensitivity and a convincing interpretation at a high level
- Follow safe dance practice in teaching activities
- Demonstrate appropriate cool-down techniques
- Maintain expertise