CLUB PIRATES WRITTEN EXAM COMPLETE QUESTIONS
WITH 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS
\.Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer
lever angle on the low back. - ANSWERS-False
\.Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is ready. -
ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-Heels lower
and Lift
\.What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? - ANSWERS-
Pregnancy, shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
\.When is a client ready to jump? - ANSWERS-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. - ANSWERS-False
\.What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates
classes? - ANSWERS-Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
\.During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral position.
- ANSWERS-True
\.How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer? -
ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-
Having the client sit on the carriage or long box
\.What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series? -
ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-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? -
ANSWERS-Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
, \.Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the
jumpboard? - ANSWERS-False
\.Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on the
reformer with arms in straps. - ANSWERS-Single leg stretch, Double leg stretch,
Lower and lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
\.How many springs should be on during Short Box Series? - ANSWERS-ALL springs
\.Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for
better posture. - ANSWERS-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 - ANSWERS-True
\.For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and
prop to use during footwork? - ANSWERS-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. - ANSWERS-Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
\.Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior
chain overall. - ANSWERS-True
WITH 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS
\.Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer
lever angle on the low back. - ANSWERS-False
\.Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is ready. -
ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-Heels lower
and Lift
\.What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? - ANSWERS-
Pregnancy, shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
\.When is a client ready to jump? - ANSWERS-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. - ANSWERS-False
\.What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates
classes? - ANSWERS-Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
\.During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral position.
- ANSWERS-True
\.How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer? -
ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-
Having the client sit on the carriage or long box
\.What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series? -
ANSWERS-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? - ANSWERS-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? -
ANSWERS-Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
, \.Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the
jumpboard? - ANSWERS-False
\.Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on the
reformer with arms in straps. - ANSWERS-Single leg stretch, Double leg stretch,
Lower and lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
\.How many springs should be on during Short Box Series? - ANSWERS-ALL springs
\.Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for
better posture. - ANSWERS-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 - ANSWERS-True
\.For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and
prop to use during footwork? - ANSWERS-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. - ANSWERS-Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
\.Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior
chain overall. - ANSWERS-True
