The Dances and Fundamentals shall be covered in a simple manner. The Amateur Instructor should have a basic teaching skill so he/she will be able to handle any requests by students. This examination is based on the Student Teacher Syllabus.

By passing the Amateur Instructor Examination, amateur competitors will be improving their own dance skills by virtue of having more knowledge on which to base their technique. Amateur instructors with a good understanding of the basic foundation of dance and a working knowledge of the various technique books will be well equipped to instruct students. This can only be a benefit to own careers and to Dancesport in Canada

The candidate will be asked to demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the examiner, an overall knowledge of the figures.

TIME ALLOTTED FOR EXAMINATION:
One Hour

FORMAT OF EXAMINATION:

1. Demonstration of each of the test dances to music with a partner.
2. The examiner will select several of the listed figures in each dance. The candidate will be required to execute those figures as both Man & Lady, demonstrating appropriate technique, direction and accurate timing.
3. Knowledge of simple teaching skills.
4. Demonstration of the ability to competently instruct a class.

EVALUATION:
The Amateur Instructor must successfully pass his/her examination with a qualified examiner approved by CDF.