This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to add range and depth to cultural dance techniques.

The unit applies to those who are dancers and who wish to refine their technique and expression to produce performances that convey the mood and style of music through complex cultural dance movements. Cultural dancing includes styles such as belly dancing, Irish dancing, Highland dancing, Spanish and Indian dancing, as well as character dance sequences in ballets. They may be preparing for performances in commercial and competitive settings where they would usually be performing as members of an ensemble, though some solo work could be expected. While supervision and guidance are provided, they are expected to display a high level of motivation and responsibility for themselves and others when it comes to applying dance technique in a live performance context.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.