Club Pilates Written Exam | 152 Verified Questions and
Answers with Complete Solutions | Latest Update 2024
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
Answers with Complete Solutions | Latest Update 2024
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
