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Dance: Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology for Dance

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Creating

  • 1

    Demonstrate an understanding and apply knowledge of kinesiology, somatics, and anatomy in movement.DHSAAK.CR.1

    1. a

      Explain and demonstrate the use of self-monitoring methods to refine and improve alignment and technical skills.DHSAAK.CR.1.a

    2. b

      Define, describe, and execute functions of anatomy as they relate to dance styles and how preparation for different movement styles differ.DHSAAK.CR.1.b

    3. c

      Analyze and apply principles of injury prevention for dance to personal practicesin preparing for dance class and performance.DHSAAK.CR.1.c

    4. d

      Develop a dance class or training session based on the components of fitness and injury prevention guidelines for safe physical activity.DHSAAK.CR.1.d

    5. e

      Identify and relate physical activity guidelines for health and fitness according to both the Surgeon General and the American College of Sports Medicine (e.g. warm-up, fitness phase, cool down).DHSAAK.CR.1.e

Performing

  • 1

    Identify and demonstrate movement elements, skills, and terminology in dance.DHSAAK.PR.1

    1. a

      Demonstrate an understanding of basic dance terminology and technique.DHSAAK.PR.1.a

    2. b

      Understand kinesthetic awareness through body parts and isolations, connecting the body to one’s kinesphere.DHSAAK.PR.1.b

    3. c

      Examine the kinesthetic process used to transfer weight, change direction, and maintain balance.DHSAAK.PR.1.c

    4. d

      Analyze the use of the elements of dance in relation to kinesthetic awareness and muscle function.DHSAAK.PR.1.d

  • 2

    Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between dance as a form of physical activity, health, well-being, and quality of life.DHSAAK.PR.2

    1. a

      Identify the 5 components of fitness (e.g. cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition).DHSAAK.PR.2.a

    2. b

      Identify and demonstrate proper progressions and regressions.  DHSAAK.PR.2.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate dynamic and static flexibility.  DHSAAK.PR.2.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate knowledge in preparing the body through using opposing muscle groups and concentric, isometric, and eccentric muscular contractions.DHSAAK.PR.2.d

  • 3

    Identify and demonstrate the components of muscular fitness.DHSAAK.PR.3

    1. a

      Identify and demonstrate functional movement training for stability and mobility (e.g. proper alignment).DHSAAK.PR.3.a

    2. b

      Identify and demonstrate knowledge in weights and calisthenics that manipulate the body’s levers to progress intensity for muscular strength and endurance progressions.DHSAAK.PR.3.b

    3. c

      Identify and demonstrate proper performance training exercises (e.g. jumps, rotary power).DHSAAK.PR.3.c

    4. d

      Identify and demonstrate aerobic-based training, aerobic efficiency, anaerobic endurance, and anaerobic power. DHSAAK.PR.3.d

Responding

  • 1

    Understand and describe how dance as exercise influences the cardiovascular system, skeletal system, and muscular system for both health and performance.DHSAAK.RE.1

    1. a

      Explain how the skeletal structure provides support and protection for tissues, and functions with the muscular system to make movements possible.DHSAAK.RE.1.a

    2. b

      Recognize all of the movements of the primary joints, the plane and axis in which they occur, and the muscles which produce these actions.DHSAAK.RE.1.b

  • 2

    Describe, understand, and apply energy system principles (bioenergetics) to the movements of dance. DHSAAK.RE.2

    1. a

      Identify the 3 primary metabolic systems (e.g. ATP-PC system, anaerobic glycolysis system, aerobic glycolysis system).DHSAAK.RE.2.a

    2. b

      Understand the limitations for energy delivery and utilization in the body through the study of the 3 primary metabolic systems.DHSAAK.RE.2.b

    3. c

      Identify neuromuscular foundations of movement, including motor units, neuromuscular junctions, action potentials, and the sequence of those events to produce movements. DHSAAK.RE.2.c

    4. d

      Explain motion analysis by identifying muscles that produce movement under analysis, and the type of contraction that occurs (e.g. concentric, eccentric, isometric).DHSAAK.RE.2.d

Connecting

  • 1

    Recognize connections between dance and wellness.DHSAAK.CN.1

    1. a

      Describe the ways that dance promotes strength, health, physical safety, and reduced risk of injury, and employ appropriate strategies for treating, preventing, and recovering from dance injuries.  DHSAAK.CN.1.a

    2. b

      Assess consequences of personal actions, and commitment and discipline necessary to achieve personal goals in dance.DHSAAK.CN.1.b

    3. c

      Identify bones and muscle groups, and describe the ways that alignment, flexibility, and strength contribute to the body’s range of motion.DHSAAK.CN.1.c

    4. d

      Identify and explain extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.DHSAAK.CN.1.d

  • 2

    Demonstrate an understanding of dance as it relates to other areas of knowledge.DHSAAK.CN.2

    1. a

      Identify and explore various dance related professions (e.g. sports medicine, dance therapy).  DHSAAK.CN.2.a

    2. b

      Explore the use of media and technology to research the relationship between dance and science.DHSAAK.CN.2.b

    3. c

      Research and present one social behavior theory (e.g. Transtheoretical Model of Behavioral Change, Health Belief Model, Social Cognitive Theory, Social Ecological Model) and identify how it applies to dance.DHSAAK.CN.2.c

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