CLUB PILATES WRITTEN EXAM FINAL STUDY GUIDE 2026
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer lever angle on
the low back. - ANSWER-False
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is ready. - ANSWER-False
(Mermaid has modifications where the client can have multiple limitations and still get the
benefit from the move)
Why would you place the leg straps above your client's knees during feet in straps series? -
ANSWER-If your client needed a smaller Range of Motion (ROM) in the hip joint
What is the best way to evaluate the ROM of the ankles? - ANSWER-Heels lower and Lift
What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? - ANSWER-Pregnancy, shoulder
replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
When is a client ready to jump? - ANSWER-When they have a stable pelvis and they are able to
maintain a basic level of proprioceptive awareness?
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with the head
near the footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table top with the arms
straight up and facing the ceiling. - ANSWER-False
What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates classes? -
ANSWER-Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral position. - ANSWER-True
How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer? - ANSWER-There
is more surface area under the foot of the jumpboard which elicits a reaction closer to real life
than the footbar on the reformer
What is the safest way to complete the arm facing side series? - ANSWER-Having the client sit
on the carriage or long box
What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series? - ANSWER-Transverse
abdominis for stabilization, hip flexors to hold legs in place and latissimus dorsi & the long head
of the tricep for arm movement
, What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why? - ANSWER-Semi circle - it incorporates
multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires a client to have impeccable
proprioceptive awareness
What are the four main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer? - ANSWER-
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the jumpboard? -
ANSWER-False
Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on the reformer with
arms in straps. - ANSWER-Single leg stretch, Double leg stretch, Lower and lift, Scissors,
Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series? - ANSWER-ALL springs
Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for better posture. -
ANSWER-True (make sure that you always tell your clients the "why" behind the move)
Footwork on the reformer shows the instructor key indicators of how the client's functional
patterns may have created misalignments - ANSWER-True
For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to use during
footwork? - ANSWER-Feet parallel, Magic Circle at the outside of the upper knee area
Pick the correct group of contraindications for articulation during Bridge on the Reformer. -
ANSWER-Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain overall. -
ANSWER-True
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation. - ANSWER-True (Yes, the postural
muscles keep the body from swaying during the movement)
For Supine Arms in Straps series, the safest client progression would be in what order? -
ANSWER-Start with head down & legs in table top, then progress to thoracic flexion with arm
movement, followed by maintaining thoracic flexion the entire time and legs in extension.
Supine Arms in Straps Lower and Lift is done in which plane of motion? - ANSWER-All planes
Full Teaser on the reformer is performed on the Short Box. - ANSWER-False (Full Teaser should
be done on the long box)
Why is Shave the head more advanced than Hug a Tree? - ANSWER-It has back extension
involved, which requires more upper body strength and control
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer lever angle on
the low back. - ANSWER-False
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is ready. - ANSWER-False
(Mermaid has modifications where the client can have multiple limitations and still get the
benefit from the move)
Why would you place the leg straps above your client's knees during feet in straps series? -
ANSWER-If your client needed a smaller Range of Motion (ROM) in the hip joint
What is the best way to evaluate the ROM of the ankles? - ANSWER-Heels lower and Lift
What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? - ANSWER-Pregnancy, shoulder
replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
When is a client ready to jump? - ANSWER-When they have a stable pelvis and they are able to
maintain a basic level of proprioceptive awareness?
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with the head
near the footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table top with the arms
straight up and facing the ceiling. - ANSWER-False
What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates classes? -
ANSWER-Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral position. - ANSWER-True
How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer? - ANSWER-There
is more surface area under the foot of the jumpboard which elicits a reaction closer to real life
than the footbar on the reformer
What is the safest way to complete the arm facing side series? - ANSWER-Having the client sit
on the carriage or long box
What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series? - ANSWER-Transverse
abdominis for stabilization, hip flexors to hold legs in place and latissimus dorsi & the long head
of the tricep for arm movement
, What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why? - ANSWER-Semi circle - it incorporates
multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires a client to have impeccable
proprioceptive awareness
What are the four main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer? - ANSWER-
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the jumpboard? -
ANSWER-False
Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on the reformer with
arms in straps. - ANSWER-Single leg stretch, Double leg stretch, Lower and lift, Scissors,
Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series? - ANSWER-ALL springs
Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for better posture. -
ANSWER-True (make sure that you always tell your clients the "why" behind the move)
Footwork on the reformer shows the instructor key indicators of how the client's functional
patterns may have created misalignments - ANSWER-True
For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to use during
footwork? - ANSWER-Feet parallel, Magic Circle at the outside of the upper knee area
Pick the correct group of contraindications for articulation during Bridge on the Reformer. -
ANSWER-Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain overall. -
ANSWER-True
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation. - ANSWER-True (Yes, the postural
muscles keep the body from swaying during the movement)
For Supine Arms in Straps series, the safest client progression would be in what order? -
ANSWER-Start with head down & legs in table top, then progress to thoracic flexion with arm
movement, followed by maintaining thoracic flexion the entire time and legs in extension.
Supine Arms in Straps Lower and Lift is done in which plane of motion? - ANSWER-All planes
Full Teaser on the reformer is performed on the Short Box. - ANSWER-False (Full Teaser should
be done on the long box)
Why is Shave the head more advanced than Hug a Tree? - ANSWER-It has back extension
involved, which requires more upper body strength and control
