CLUB PILATES WRITTEN FINAL EXAM
2026-2027 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall.
True / False
True
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their
spinal flexion in a hinge NOT articulation.
True / False
False
Pick the correct group of contraindications for bridging exercises.
Hip replacement, Osteopenia, Muscle fatigue, Hip issues
Cervical Spine Issues, Headache, Bad day at the office
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoperosis
Osteopenia, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Tight low back
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoperosis
,Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer
lever angle on the low back.
True / False
False
Single Leg Bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion
of the spine.
True / False
True
What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why?
Semi Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires
clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
On the Mat because the surface is stable
Semi Circle - it incorporates constant control of a high bridge with little
articulations under weight bearing conditons
Single Leg Bridge Variations with all springs on - they incorporate unilateral
control and that is ALWAYS more difficult than spinal articulation, even with all
springs on
Semi Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires
clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
,For "Supine Arms in Straps" series, the safest client progression would be in what
order?
Maintain head down an legs in extension at a 45 degree angle.
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.
4 point kneeing position and lower and lift the legs, one at a time.
Legs in extension at a 45 degree angle and head up the entire time is the right way
to start a new client for the variations.
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.
What are the major muscles emphasized in Supine Arms in Straps series?
Transverse Abdominis, Glutes, Hamstrings
Only the Transverse Abdominis
Contralateral Obliques, Tibia and Fibia
Transverse Abdominis for stabilization, Hip Flexors to hold legs in place and
Latissimus Dorsi & the Long head of the tricep for arm movement
Transverse Abdominis for stabilization, Hip Flexors to hold legs in place and
Latissimus Dorsi & the Long head of the tricep for arm movement
, Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that are taught on the reformer
with Arms in Straps.
Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Scissors, Helicopters,
Criss-Cross, Frogs
Single Leg Footwork, Jumpboard variations, Teaser, Mermaid, Lower and Lift,
Helicopters
Mermaid, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Side Lying Series
Teaser, Bend and Stretch, Lower and Lift, Frog, Mermaid
Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Scissors, Helicopters,
Criss-Cross, Frogs
What moves must a client successfully complete before trying Coordination?
All of the answers are correct
Arms in straps & Tricep Press with thoracic flexion
Arms Circles, Helicopters, Mermaid
Thoracic extension and Arm Circles
Arms in straps & Tricep Press with thoracic flexion
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation.
True / False
True
2026-2027 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall.
True / False
True
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their
spinal flexion in a hinge NOT articulation.
True / False
False
Pick the correct group of contraindications for bridging exercises.
Hip replacement, Osteopenia, Muscle fatigue, Hip issues
Cervical Spine Issues, Headache, Bad day at the office
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoperosis
Osteopenia, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Tight low back
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoperosis
,Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer
lever angle on the low back.
True / False
False
Single Leg Bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion
of the spine.
True / False
True
What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why?
Semi Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires
clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
On the Mat because the surface is stable
Semi Circle - it incorporates constant control of a high bridge with little
articulations under weight bearing conditons
Single Leg Bridge Variations with all springs on - they incorporate unilateral
control and that is ALWAYS more difficult than spinal articulation, even with all
springs on
Semi Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires
clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
,For "Supine Arms in Straps" series, the safest client progression would be in what
order?
Maintain head down an legs in extension at a 45 degree angle.
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.
4 point kneeing position and lower and lift the legs, one at a time.
Legs in extension at a 45 degree angle and head up the entire time is the right way
to start a new client for the variations.
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.
What are the major muscles emphasized in Supine Arms in Straps series?
Transverse Abdominis, Glutes, Hamstrings
Only the Transverse Abdominis
Contralateral Obliques, Tibia and Fibia
Transverse Abdominis for stabilization, Hip Flexors to hold legs in place and
Latissimus Dorsi & the Long head of the tricep for arm movement
Transverse Abdominis for stabilization, Hip Flexors to hold legs in place and
Latissimus Dorsi & the Long head of the tricep for arm movement
, Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that are taught on the reformer
with Arms in Straps.
Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Scissors, Helicopters,
Criss-Cross, Frogs
Single Leg Footwork, Jumpboard variations, Teaser, Mermaid, Lower and Lift,
Helicopters
Mermaid, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Side Lying Series
Teaser, Bend and Stretch, Lower and Lift, Frog, Mermaid
Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Lower and Lift, Scissors, Helicopters,
Criss-Cross, Frogs
What moves must a client successfully complete before trying Coordination?
All of the answers are correct
Arms in straps & Tricep Press with thoracic flexion
Arms Circles, Helicopters, Mermaid
Thoracic extension and Arm Circles
Arms in straps & Tricep Press with thoracic flexion
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation.
True / False
True
