PEAK PILATES LEVEL 1 EXAM CERTIFICATION
LATEST 2025-2026 ACTUAL EXAM ALL 140
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
✅ Key Features:
140 exam-style practice questions with accurate answers and rationales.
Detailed explanations to reinforce learning and clarify correct movement principles.
Covers Pilates history, philosophy, anatomy, movement principles, mat work, and
equipment basics.
Updated to align with Peak Pilates 2025–2026 Level 1 certification standards.
Designed to mirror the format and challenge of the real exam.
Helps build both knowledge and teaching confidence for aspiring instructors.
🎯 Best For:
Students preparing for the Peak Pilates Level 1 certification exam.
Instructors-in-training who want practice questions with rationales to deepen
understanding.
Learners seeking to strengthen their teaching methodology, anatomy knowledge, and
exercise technique.
Study groups or teacher training programs needing a structured prep resource.
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: -
ANSWERInner 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
The Powerhouse includes all of the following EXCEPT:
a.) Abdominals
b.) Inner Thighs / Adductors
c.) Gluteals
d.) Soleus - ANSWER-d.) Soleus
The Spinal Erectors are considered part of the Powerhouse.
True or False - ANSWER-True
Muscles can be categorized by function. Some classifications include mobilizers and stabilizers. True
or False - ANSWER-True
The set up for the Wall Series is to stand with the heels pressed against the baseboard.
True or False - ANSWER-False
A Student bends forward to touch his toes. He is performing: - ANSWER-Spinal Flexion
Lifting the abs in and up, scooping, helps to promote axial __________. - ANSWER-Elongation
Wall can be used as a measuring stick of postural progress.
True or False - ANSWER-True
LATEST 2025-2026 ACTUAL EXAM ALL 140
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
✅ Key Features:
140 exam-style practice questions with accurate answers and rationales.
Detailed explanations to reinforce learning and clarify correct movement principles.
Covers Pilates history, philosophy, anatomy, movement principles, mat work, and
equipment basics.
Updated to align with Peak Pilates 2025–2026 Level 1 certification standards.
Designed to mirror the format and challenge of the real exam.
Helps build both knowledge and teaching confidence for aspiring instructors.
🎯 Best For:
Students preparing for the Peak Pilates Level 1 certification exam.
Instructors-in-training who want practice questions with rationales to deepen
understanding.
Learners seeking to strengthen their teaching methodology, anatomy knowledge, and
exercise technique.
Study groups or teacher training programs needing a structured prep resource.
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: -
ANSWERInner 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
The Powerhouse includes all of the following EXCEPT:
a.) Abdominals
b.) Inner Thighs / Adductors
c.) Gluteals
d.) Soleus - ANSWER-d.) Soleus
The Spinal Erectors are considered part of the Powerhouse.
True or False - ANSWER-True
Muscles can be categorized by function. Some classifications include mobilizers and stabilizers. True
or False - ANSWER-True
The set up for the Wall Series is to stand with the heels pressed against the baseboard.
True or False - ANSWER-False
A Student bends forward to touch his toes. He is performing: - ANSWER-Spinal Flexion
Lifting the abs in and up, scooping, helps to promote axial __________. - ANSWER-Elongation
Wall can be used as a measuring stick of postural progress.
True or False - ANSWER-True
