Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CUAOHS201A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop a basic level of physical condition for dance performance

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUAOHS201A - Develop a basic level of physical condition for dance performance
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and implement a basic fitness regime appropriate to dancers.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Dancers and dance students apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. Training to build strength, flexibility and stamina is a vital aspect of a dancer’s daily routine. Exercises could be undertaken in a dance studio or other locations, such as fitness studios or gyms.At this level exercises are usually undertaken with supervision and guidance.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan fitness regime
  • In consultation with relevant personnel, plan a fitness regime that includes basic training techniques for improving strength, flexibility and stamina
  • Ensure that fitness regime takes account of the relationship between exercise and energy needs
  • Plan and cost an affordable and balanced diet that meets a dancer’s needs
  • Incorporate into fitness regime strategies to address psychological and physical issues associated with body maintenance
  • Match components of fitness regime to level of fitness required for specific dance performances or dance styles
  • Identify the correct level of training to avoid over or under training
  • In consultation with relevant personnel, establish a process for reviewing and adjusting fitness regime
       
Element: Undertake body conditioning for dance
  • Practise movements and exercises to align body and improve dynamic stability
  • Practise controlling balance through a variety of exercises with eyes shut and open
  • Engage and strengthen core stabiliser muscles
  • Execute coordinated movements with balance and stability
  • Review and adjust body conditioning exercises in line with agreed process
       
Element: Execute a series of limber exercises
  • Work on improving muscular flexibility
  • Work on improving flexibility of the spine
  • Work on improving mobility of the hip sockets
  • Review and adjust limber exercises in line with agreed process
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

develop a fitness regime appropriate to the level of fitness required for dance activities

apply basic techniques to improve strength, flexibility and stamina

apply basic nutrition principles to own diet.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to dance or fitness studio setting.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence

third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance

evaluation of a fitness plan developed

verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of issues and challenges that arise in the context of developing a basic level of physical condition for dance performance

direct observation or video recording of the candidate executing exercises.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

CUADAN201A Develop basic dance techniques.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

discuss aspects of fitness regimes with relevant personnel

interpret and clarify written and verbal instructions

planning and organising skills to:

analyse information on basic energy systems to inform development of a fitness regime

develop a fitness regime that meets own physical conditioning needs

problem-solving skills to address the fine motor control requirements of exercises

self-management skills to:

seek assistance when problems arise

follow nutritional guidelines

develop a balanced and affordable diet plan

follow OHS requirements as they relate to dance

teamwork skills to participate in group training sessions

technical skills to execute a series of body conditioning exercises

technology skills to access and download information from the internet.

Required knowledge

structure and function of the human skeletal system

role and function of the cardiorespiratory system

anatomical foundations, including:

articulation of the spine

engagement of the feet

bases of support, including feet, legs, hands, arms and torso

range of joint motion

differentiation of the legs and pelvis

importance of healthy food choices in relation to wellbeing and injury prevention, including five food groups and recommended daily amounts

terminology associated with the human body.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant personnel may include:

teacher

fitness instructor

mentor

supervisor

colleague

fellow student

performer.

Basic training techniques must relate to improving:

strength:

weight training

flexibility

core strength stability (trunk stability)

flexibility:

stretching

dynamic stretching routine

stamina:

endurance training.

Strategies may include:

positive thinking

self-esteem

cues and antecedents

lifestyle changes

exercise.

Psychological and physical issuesmay include:

anorexia

bulimia

stress

body image

effect of being undernourished on the energy levels required of performers

effect of overeating before, during and after performances.

Symptoms of over or under trainingmay include:

tired or sore muscles

feeling unwell

fatigue or lack of stamina

stress

increase in injuries

poor performance

affected sleep patterns

length of training periods.

Movements and exercisesmay be Pilates-based and relate to:

correct alignment and maintenance of the neutral spine position in supine, sitting, standing parallel and externally rotated positions

engagement of adductors and hamstrings to avoid hyperextension

control and maintenance of body alignment through supine, sitting and standing work and simple weight transfers

postural and movement material that demonstrates an understanding of psoas and iliacus.

Dynamic stability means control of:

pelvic floor

multifidus

transversus abdominus

diaphragm.

Core stabiliser musclesfunction at:

muscle regions of the trunk:

abdominal

pelvic

lower back

hip joint:

gluteus medius muscle

shoulder complex:

lower trapezius muscle.

Muscular flexibilityshould be demonstrated in the:

hamstrings

Achilles tendons

psoas

iliacus

rectus femoris

adductors

groin.

Flexibility of the spine should be demonstrated in:

extension

flexion

rotation

lateral.

Mobility of the hip socketsshould be demonstrated in:

flexion

extension

abduction

internal rotation

external rotation.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
In consultation with relevant personnel, plan a fitness regime that includes basic training techniques for improving strength, flexibility and stamina 
Ensure that fitness regime takes account of the relationship between exercise and energy needs 
Plan and cost an affordable and balanced diet that meets a dancer’s needs 
Incorporate into fitness regime strategies to address psychological and physical issues associated with body maintenance 
Match components of fitness regime to level of fitness required for specific dance performances or dance styles 
Identify the correct level of training to avoid over or under training 
In consultation with relevant personnel, establish a process for reviewing and adjusting fitness regime 
Practise movements and exercises to align body and improve dynamic stability 
Practise controlling balance through a variety of exercises with eyes shut and open 
Engage and strengthen core stabiliser muscles 
Execute coordinated movements with balance and stability 
Review and adjust body conditioning exercises in line with agreed process 
Work on improving muscular flexibility 
Work on improving flexibility of the spine 
Work on improving mobility of the hip sockets 
Review and adjust limber exercises in line with agreed process 

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