CP Final Written Test
CP Final Written Test Questions and
Answers
Question 1
What does Joseph Pilates refer to his work as?
Correct Answer
Contrology
Question 2
If a client is supinating their feet during Articulating Bridge, what might you offer for
support?
Correct Answer
A Ball between their ankles
Question 3
SOAP
Correct Answer
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
Question 4
What is the BEST choice to elicit a subjective response?
Correct Answer
On a scale of 1-10, how does your left/right shoulder feel today?
Question 5
What details must be included in the "P" of Soap?
Correct Answer
The programming of the client, which will include a list of exercises, apparatus used,
number of repetitions, and modifications
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Question 6
As long as you are cuing safety, there is no need to do an initial assessment with your
clients
Correct Answer
False
Question 7
If I start teaching at a studio, who holds the responsibility to make sure the
equipment in the studio is safe and well maintained?
Correct Answer
(1) The pilates instructor, (2) the other pilates instructors, (3) individuals who clean
the studio, (4) management/owners
Question 8
What is the right classical order of Joseph's first 5 Pilates Mat exercises?
Correct Answer
Hundreds, roll up, roll over, one leg circle, rolling like a ball
Question 9
List the order a client needs in order to perform a plank on the mat (1-4)
Correct Answer
1. Quadruped variations on the mat
2. Plank with forearms and knees
3. Plank with knees
4. Full plank
Question 10
Matwork is a great way to create a strong foundation for Pilates Movement
Correct Answer
True
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Question 11
The following would be a great example of using the "P" in PEACE R&R
Correct Answer
Start in supine on your back, with your heels at the center of the footbar about
three inches apart. Your back should be relaxed and your shoulders shot not be
pressing against the rests
Question 12
Always ask for permission before touching a client for tactile cueing
Correct Answer
True
Question 13
What exercises should a client master before trying the Boomerang?
Correct Answer
Roll over and Teaser
Question 14
Post-Natal (cleared for light workouts)
Correct Answer
Pelvis Rocks or Pelvic Tilts
Question 15
Hunched Shoulders (Over-Kyphotic)
Correct Answer
Swimming
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Question 16
Hip-Replacement, cleared for light/limited range of motion (ROM)
Correct Answer
Single Leg Circle Supine
Question 17
Young athlete who does Yoga
Correct Answer
Corkscrew
Question 18
After warming up my small Mat class, I plan on having them do_________to get the
back of their body warm and then________to get the front of their body warm.
Correct Answer
Bridge variations and Hundreds
Question 19
You are evaluating a client for the first time and find they have a major anterior tilt in
their pelvis and no injuries in the past. The client has been cleared to begin a fitness
routine after not exercising or working out for four years. What moves would you
make sure to teach the client in their first work out?
Correct Answer
Bridge, Roll up, Quadruped
Question 20
During exercise that are closed chain like chest-left, the client should maintain a
neutral pelvis
Correct Answer
True
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CP Final Written Test Questions and
Answers
Question 1
What does Joseph Pilates refer to his work as?
Correct Answer
Contrology
Question 2
If a client is supinating their feet during Articulating Bridge, what might you offer for
support?
Correct Answer
A Ball between their ankles
Question 3
SOAP
Correct Answer
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
Question 4
What is the BEST choice to elicit a subjective response?
Correct Answer
On a scale of 1-10, how does your left/right shoulder feel today?
Question 5
What details must be included in the "P" of Soap?
Correct Answer
The programming of the client, which will include a list of exercises, apparatus used,
number of repetitions, and modifications
Page 1 of 31
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Question 6
As long as you are cuing safety, there is no need to do an initial assessment with your
clients
Correct Answer
False
Question 7
If I start teaching at a studio, who holds the responsibility to make sure the
equipment in the studio is safe and well maintained?
Correct Answer
(1) The pilates instructor, (2) the other pilates instructors, (3) individuals who clean
the studio, (4) management/owners
Question 8
What is the right classical order of Joseph's first 5 Pilates Mat exercises?
Correct Answer
Hundreds, roll up, roll over, one leg circle, rolling like a ball
Question 9
List the order a client needs in order to perform a plank on the mat (1-4)
Correct Answer
1. Quadruped variations on the mat
2. Plank with forearms and knees
3. Plank with knees
4. Full plank
Question 10
Matwork is a great way to create a strong foundation for Pilates Movement
Correct Answer
True
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Question 11
The following would be a great example of using the "P" in PEACE R&R
Correct Answer
Start in supine on your back, with your heels at the center of the footbar about
three inches apart. Your back should be relaxed and your shoulders shot not be
pressing against the rests
Question 12
Always ask for permission before touching a client for tactile cueing
Correct Answer
True
Question 13
What exercises should a client master before trying the Boomerang?
Correct Answer
Roll over and Teaser
Question 14
Post-Natal (cleared for light workouts)
Correct Answer
Pelvis Rocks or Pelvic Tilts
Question 15
Hunched Shoulders (Over-Kyphotic)
Correct Answer
Swimming
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Question 16
Hip-Replacement, cleared for light/limited range of motion (ROM)
Correct Answer
Single Leg Circle Supine
Question 17
Young athlete who does Yoga
Correct Answer
Corkscrew
Question 18
After warming up my small Mat class, I plan on having them do_________to get the
back of their body warm and then________to get the front of their body warm.
Correct Answer
Bridge variations and Hundreds
Question 19
You are evaluating a client for the first time and find they have a major anterior tilt in
their pelvis and no injuries in the past. The client has been cleared to begin a fitness
routine after not exercising or working out for four years. What moves would you
make sure to teach the client in their first work out?
Correct Answer
Bridge, Roll up, Quadruped
Question 20
During exercise that are closed chain like chest-left, the client should maintain a
neutral pelvis
Correct Answer
True
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