PEAK PILATES LEVEL 1 EXAM CERTIFICATION LATEST ACTUAL
EXAM
What 2 Introductory Mat exercises are NOT taught the first exercise session with a
student:
Single Leg Stretch and Double Leg Stretch
Side Kick Series Inner Thigh and Lifts
Rolling like a Ball and Seal
Hundred and the Seal - ANSWER: Rolling like a Ball and Seal
What is the name for the mini exercises that are taught to improve basic
biomechanical patterns? - ANSWER: Fundamentals
The transition for the Side Kick Series as you transition from one side to the other
side is called: - ANSWER: Beats on the Belly
The Key Concept that describes the alignment of the body symmetrically and runs
down the middle of the body from the crown through the navel to the heels is called:
- ANSWER: Centerline
The 6 Pilates Principles are Breathing, Concentration, Centering, Precision, Control,
and _________________. - ANSWER: Flowing Movement
The Fundamental of ________ helps students learn to move their arms from their
back and connect their ribs to their scapula. - ANSWER: Rib Cage Arms
The breathing exercises contained in the introductory order include all of the
following EXCEPT:
The Hundred
Teaser One-Leg
Spine Stretch Forward
Saw - ANSWER: Teaser One-Leg
A good way to activate the abs is to lie supine and press with maximum force against
the legs with the hands, inhale, and extend the spine.
True or False - ANSWER: False
To begin the Hundred, lie supine with knees bent and arms by your side, and then
first lift: - ANSWER: the head
The Powerhouse can be defined as a 4- inch band, in and around the center
supported by the: - ANSWER: Inner thighs and seat
, The order of exercises in the Footwork Series is: - ANSWER: Toes, Arches, Heels,
Tendon Stretch
The short box pole is placed under the carriage when not in use.
True or False - ANSWER: False
(Placed at the back of the reformer with the box)
What is the first part of the Pilates System that Joseph Pilates created? - ANSWER:
Mat
Generally, most students when performing the Hundred will use 2-3 springs.
True or False - ANSWER: False
(Use 3-4)
Which of the following is TRUE for regarding Frog and Leg Circles:
a.) If a student cannot lift their hips to enter the foot straps they may press out with
one leg and put the strap on 1 foot at a time
b.) Circles can be more easily understood by performing squares first
c.) They are performed with feet in the long loops or with feet in the extender straps.
d.) All of the above are true - ANSWER: d.) All of the above are true
What did Joseph Pilates base his work on? - ANSWER: Animals
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Pilates?
a.) Improves posture
b.) Increases maximal strength levels Required Answer
c.) Improves dynamic flexibility
d.) Increases ability to stabilize the lumbo-pelvic girdle - ANSWER: b.) Increases
maximal strength levels Required Answer
The Pilates Principle that helps correct faulty movement patterns is: - ANSWER:
Precision
When teaching the Elephant in a private lesson for safety you must: - ANSWER: Place
your foot on the foot bar to hold it down
The order of the abdominals from deepest to most superficial: - ANSWER: Transverse
Abdominals, Internal Obliques, External Obliques, Rectus Abdominals
The Core is the same as the Powerhouse.
True or False - ANSWER: False
EXAM
What 2 Introductory Mat exercises are NOT taught the first exercise session with a
student:
Single Leg Stretch and Double Leg Stretch
Side Kick Series Inner Thigh and Lifts
Rolling like a Ball and Seal
Hundred and the Seal - ANSWER: Rolling like a Ball and Seal
What is the name for the mini exercises that are taught to improve basic
biomechanical patterns? - ANSWER: Fundamentals
The transition for the Side Kick Series as you transition from one side to the other
side is called: - ANSWER: Beats on the Belly
The Key Concept that describes the alignment of the body symmetrically and runs
down the middle of the body from the crown through the navel to the heels is called:
- ANSWER: Centerline
The 6 Pilates Principles are Breathing, Concentration, Centering, Precision, Control,
and _________________. - ANSWER: Flowing Movement
The Fundamental of ________ helps students learn to move their arms from their
back and connect their ribs to their scapula. - ANSWER: Rib Cage Arms
The breathing exercises contained in the introductory order include all of the
following EXCEPT:
The Hundred
Teaser One-Leg
Spine Stretch Forward
Saw - ANSWER: Teaser One-Leg
A good way to activate the abs is to lie supine and press with maximum force against
the legs with the hands, inhale, and extend the spine.
True or False - ANSWER: False
To begin the Hundred, lie supine with knees bent and arms by your side, and then
first lift: - ANSWER: the head
The Powerhouse can be defined as a 4- inch band, in and around the center
supported by the: - ANSWER: Inner thighs and seat
, The order of exercises in the Footwork Series is: - ANSWER: Toes, Arches, Heels,
Tendon Stretch
The short box pole is placed under the carriage when not in use.
True or False - ANSWER: False
(Placed at the back of the reformer with the box)
What is the first part of the Pilates System that Joseph Pilates created? - ANSWER:
Mat
Generally, most students when performing the Hundred will use 2-3 springs.
True or False - ANSWER: False
(Use 3-4)
Which of the following is TRUE for regarding Frog and Leg Circles:
a.) If a student cannot lift their hips to enter the foot straps they may press out with
one leg and put the strap on 1 foot at a time
b.) Circles can be more easily understood by performing squares first
c.) They are performed with feet in the long loops or with feet in the extender straps.
d.) All of the above are true - ANSWER: d.) All of the above are true
What did Joseph Pilates base his work on? - ANSWER: Animals
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Pilates?
a.) Improves posture
b.) Increases maximal strength levels Required Answer
c.) Improves dynamic flexibility
d.) Increases ability to stabilize the lumbo-pelvic girdle - ANSWER: b.) Increases
maximal strength levels Required Answer
The Pilates Principle that helps correct faulty movement patterns is: - ANSWER:
Precision
When teaching the Elephant in a private lesson for safety you must: - ANSWER: Place
your foot on the foot bar to hold it down
The order of the abdominals from deepest to most superficial: - ANSWER: Transverse
Abdominals, Internal Obliques, External Obliques, Rectus Abdominals
The Core is the same as the Powerhouse.
True or False - ANSWER: False
