CLUB PILATES 2026 LATEST COMPREHENSIVE
WRITTEN EXAM COMPLETE QUESTION AND
ANSWER GRADED A
What are the four main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer?
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the jumpboard?
False
Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on the reformer with
arms in straps.
Single leg stretch, Double leg stretch, Lower and lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series?
ALL springs
Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for better posture.
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
True
For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to use
during footwork?
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.
Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain overall.
True
,The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation.
True (Yes, the postural muscles keep the body from swaying during the movement)
The only way to make a move more difficult on the Reformer is by adding more resistance.
False (the Reformer is meant to challenge the body by requiring strength through stability and
alignment which is met by a lighter resistance. The moves that have less springs are often times
more difficult)
What moves must a client successfully complete before trying Coordination?
Arms in Straps and Tricep Press with Thoracic Extension
Single leg bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion for the
spine.
True (Single Leg variations can be modified and ROM can be lessoned so that clients who need
lateral flexion but cannot do full ROM can still get through the stabilization theory)
What is the safest way to complete the arm facing side series?
Having the client sit on the carriage or long box
What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series?
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?
Semi circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires a client to
have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
For Supine Arms in Straps series, the safest client progression would be in what order?
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?
All planes
, Pick the most level-appropriate sequence to START a class. (Beginner: Side-lying single leg
jumping, 4-point), (Intermediate: 4 point kneeling jumping, Side-lying), (Advanced: Double leg
footwork on the reformer, single leg)
Advanced
When you choreograph a class, you MUST stick to the plan and force everyone to do what
you planned
False
What piece of apparatus does the Springboard mirror?
The lower end of the Cadillac
What is unique about the Springboard that sets it apart from the Reformer?
A client has more opportunities to work unilaterally under safe circumstances, standing or
seated on a stable surface
If a client has a herniated disc, what exercises can they safely perform at the Springboard?
Thigh stretch
What is the "ancestor" of the Cadillac?
A hospital bed
For Chest Expansion standing facing the Springboard, the springs should be at which height?
Shoulder height
What exercises cannot be performed at the Springboard?
Swan
Which of the below invented the Springboard?
Ellie Herman
What exercise is helpful for a client with kyphotic shoulders?
Swan
WRITTEN EXAM COMPLETE QUESTION AND
ANSWER GRADED A
What are the four main muscles emphasized during footwork on the reformer?
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Obliques, Glutes, Hamstrings
Clients should always be in thoracic extension when jumping supine on the jumpboard?
False
Pick the correct list of possible matwork variations that could be taught on the reformer with
arms in straps.
Single leg stretch, Double leg stretch, Lower and lift, Scissors, Helicopters, Criss-Cross, Frogs
How many springs should be on during Short Box Series?
ALL springs
Pulling Straps Series develops posterior chain strength which beneficial for better posture.
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
True
For a client who has valgus knees, what is the most effective positioning and prop to use
during footwork?
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.
Pregnancy, hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain overall.
True
,The postural muscles are stabilizers during Presentation.
True (Yes, the postural muscles keep the body from swaying during the movement)
The only way to make a move more difficult on the Reformer is by adding more resistance.
False (the Reformer is meant to challenge the body by requiring strength through stability and
alignment which is met by a lighter resistance. The moves that have less springs are often times
more difficult)
What moves must a client successfully complete before trying Coordination?
Arms in Straps and Tricep Press with Thoracic Extension
Single leg bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion for the
spine.
True (Single Leg variations can be modified and ROM can be lessoned so that clients who need
lateral flexion but cannot do full ROM can still get through the stabilization theory)
What is the safest way to complete the arm facing side series?
Having the client sit on the carriage or long box
What are the major muscles emphasized in supine arms in straps series?
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?
Semi circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires a client to
have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
For Supine Arms in Straps series, the safest client progression would be in what order?
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?
All planes
, Pick the most level-appropriate sequence to START a class. (Beginner: Side-lying single leg
jumping, 4-point), (Intermediate: 4 point kneeling jumping, Side-lying), (Advanced: Double leg
footwork on the reformer, single leg)
Advanced
When you choreograph a class, you MUST stick to the plan and force everyone to do what
you planned
False
What piece of apparatus does the Springboard mirror?
The lower end of the Cadillac
What is unique about the Springboard that sets it apart from the Reformer?
A client has more opportunities to work unilaterally under safe circumstances, standing or
seated on a stable surface
If a client has a herniated disc, what exercises can they safely perform at the Springboard?
Thigh stretch
What is the "ancestor" of the Cadillac?
A hospital bed
For Chest Expansion standing facing the Springboard, the springs should be at which height?
Shoulder height
What exercises cannot be performed at the Springboard?
Swan
Which of the below invented the Springboard?
Ellie Herman
What exercise is helpful for a client with kyphotic shoulders?
Swan
