Club Pilates Written Exam V1 (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
Why is Save the head more advanced than Hug a Tree
It has back extension involved which requires more per body strength and control
What matwork variation can be taught on the Reformer w/Arms in straps?
Single leg stretch, double leg stretch, lower and lift, scissors, helicopters, cross-cross, frogs
What are 4 main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer?
Transverse Abs, contralateral obliques, glutes, hamstring
Which is the best way to transition
Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract them
What ar the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in strap series?
Transverse abs for stabilization, hip flexors to hold lets in place, latissimus Doris & the long
head of the triceps for arm movement
,Club Pilates Written Exam V1 (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
Why would you place the leg straps above your clients knees during feet in straps ?
If you client needs smaller Range of Motion
T/F. the only way to make a move more difficult on the Refomer is by adding more Resistance
False
T/F. When you choreograph a class, you MUST stick to the plan and force everyone to do what
you planned
False
T/F a client has a week pelvic floor and cannot maintain table top with a stable pelvis may jump
on the Jumpboard if requested
False
T/F. Clients should always be in a thoracic extension when jumping supine on the Jumpboard
False
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series
,Club Pilates Written Exam V1 (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
All
When is a client ready to Jump?
Stable pelvis and they are able to maintain a basic level of proprioceptive awareness
What are the contraindication for articulatin during Bridge on the Reformer
Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Footwork on the Reformer shows the instructor key indications of how the client's functional
patterns may have created misalignments.
True
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be down unless the client is ready.
False
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their spinal flexion in a
hinge, NOT articulation
False
, Club Pilates Written Exam V1 (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
What is the safest way to complete the Arm Facing Side series
Have the client sit on carriage or long box
Pick the most level-appropriate sequence to START a class
Advanced: only one w/footwork to start
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with head near
the footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table top w/ the arms straight
up facing the ceiling
False
Single leg bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and control of spine
True
Bridge variation on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain overall.
True
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
Why is Save the head more advanced than Hug a Tree
It has back extension involved which requires more per body strength and control
What matwork variation can be taught on the Reformer w/Arms in straps?
Single leg stretch, double leg stretch, lower and lift, scissors, helicopters, cross-cross, frogs
What are 4 main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer?
Transverse Abs, contralateral obliques, glutes, hamstring
Which is the best way to transition
Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract them
What ar the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in strap series?
Transverse abs for stabilization, hip flexors to hold lets in place, latissimus Doris & the long
head of the triceps for arm movement
,Club Pilates Written Exam V1 (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
Why would you place the leg straps above your clients knees during feet in straps ?
If you client needs smaller Range of Motion
T/F. the only way to make a move more difficult on the Refomer is by adding more Resistance
False
T/F. When you choreograph a class, you MUST stick to the plan and force everyone to do what
you planned
False
T/F a client has a week pelvic floor and cannot maintain table top with a stable pelvis may jump
on the Jumpboard if requested
False
T/F. Clients should always be in a thoracic extension when jumping supine on the Jumpboard
False
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series
,Club Pilates Written Exam V1 (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
All
When is a client ready to Jump?
Stable pelvis and they are able to maintain a basic level of proprioceptive awareness
What are the contraindication for articulatin during Bridge on the Reformer
Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Footwork on the Reformer shows the instructor key indications of how the client's functional
patterns may have created misalignments.
True
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be down unless the client is ready.
False
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their spinal flexion in a
hinge, NOT articulation
False
, Club Pilates Written Exam V1 (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) Verified
Questions & Answers | Grade A (100%
Correct Elaborations)
What is the safest way to complete the Arm Facing Side series
Have the client sit on carriage or long box
Pick the most level-appropriate sequence to START a class
Advanced: only one w/footwork to start
The correct starting position for Backstroke on the long box is supine on the box with head near
the footbar and the torso flexed and supported on the box, legs in table top w/ the arms straight
up facing the ceiling
False
Single leg bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and control of spine
True
Bridge variation on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain overall.
True
