CLUB PILATES INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE ANSWERS
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a
longer lever angle on the low back. - ANSWERFalse
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is
ready. - ANSWERFalse (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? - ANSWERIf 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? - ANSWERHeels
lower and Lift
What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? -
ANSWERPregnancy, shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
When is a client ready to jump? - ANSWERWhen 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. -
ANSWERFalse
,What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group
Pilates classes? - ANSWERProgressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral
position. - ANSWERTrue
How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer?
- ANSWERThere 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? -
ANSWERHaving the client sit on the carriage or long box
What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series? -
ANSWERTransverse 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? - ANSWERSemi
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? - ANSWERTransverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes,
Hamstrings
Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the
jumpboard? - ANSWERFalse
, Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on
the reformer with arms in straps. - ANSWERSingle leg stretch, Double leg
stretch, Lower and lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series? - ANSWERALL
springs
Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for
better posture. - ANSWERTrue (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 - ANSWERTrue
For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and
prop to use during footwork? - ANSWERFeet parallel, Magic Circle at the
outside of the upper knee area
Pick the correct group of contraindications for articulation during Bridge on
the Reformer. - ANSWERPregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc,
osteoporosis
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior
chain overall. - ANSWERTrue
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation. - ANSWERTrue (Yes,
the postural muscles keep the body from swaying during the movement)
QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE ANSWERS
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a
longer lever angle on the low back. - ANSWERFalse
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is
ready. - ANSWERFalse (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? - ANSWERIf 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? - ANSWERHeels
lower and Lift
What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? -
ANSWERPregnancy, shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
When is a client ready to jump? - ANSWERWhen 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. -
ANSWERFalse
,What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group
Pilates classes? - ANSWERProgressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral
position. - ANSWERTrue
How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer?
- ANSWERThere 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? -
ANSWERHaving the client sit on the carriage or long box
What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series? -
ANSWERTransverse 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? - ANSWERSemi
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? - ANSWERTransverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes,
Hamstrings
Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the
jumpboard? - ANSWERFalse
, Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on
the reformer with arms in straps. - ANSWERSingle leg stretch, Double leg
stretch, Lower and lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series? - ANSWERALL
springs
Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for
better posture. - ANSWERTrue (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 - ANSWERTrue
For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and
prop to use during footwork? - ANSWERFeet parallel, Magic Circle at the
outside of the upper knee area
Pick the correct group of contraindications for articulation during Bridge on
the Reformer. - ANSWERPregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc,
osteoporosis
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior
chain overall. - ANSWERTrue
The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation. - ANSWERTrue (Yes,
the postural muscles keep the body from swaying during the movement)
