CLUB PILATES WRITTEN FINAL EXAM BANK 2026/2027 PRACTICE
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CLUB PILATES WRITTEN FINAL EXAM 2026
What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates
classes?
Being prepared and sticking to a script, no matter what!
Progressions, Modifications, Variations
Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
Variations, Variations, Variations, never do the same thing with the entire group
Answer- Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
Which is the "best" way to transition?
In between each move, instructor says, "Hug your knees in between your chest and
stay there while I do some equipment changes."
Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract them.
Instructor tosses Circles to everyone to challenge their hand-eye coordination.
Instructor says, "Sit up and change your springs, then grab the ball, roll onto your
side and put the ball under your head."
Answer- Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract
them.
,What are the 4 main muscles are emphasized during Footwork on the Reformer?
Adductors, Spine, Glutes, Hamstrings
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Oblique’s, Glutes, Hamstrings
Ankles, Lateral Oblique’s, Glutes, Transverse Abdominis
Ankles, Knee, Hip, Spine
Answer- Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Oblique’s, Glutes, Hamstrings
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall.
True / False
Answer- True
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their
spinal flexion in a hinge NOT articulation.
True / False
Answer- False
Pick the correct group of contraindications for bridging exercises.
,Hip replacement, Osteopenia, Muscle fatigue, Hip issues
Cervical Spine Issues, Headache, Bad day at the office
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Osteopenia, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Tight low back
Answer- Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer
lever angle on the low back.
True / False
Answer- False
Single Leg Bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion
of the spine.
True / False
Answer- True
What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why?
Semi-Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires
clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
On the Mat because the surface is stable
, Semi-Circle - it incorporates constant control of a high bridge with little
articulations underweight bearing conditions
Single Leg Bridge Variations with all springs on - they incorporate unilateral
control and that is ALWAYS more difficult than spinal articulation, even with all
springs on
Answer- Semi-Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations
and requires clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
For "Supine Arms in Straps" series, the safest client progression would be in what
order?
Maintain head down a legs in extension at a 45-degree angle.
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.
4-point kneeing position and lower and lift the legs, one at a time.
Legs in extension at a 45-degree angle and head up the entire time is the right way
to start a new client for the variations.
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.
What are the major muscles emphasized in Supine Arms in Straps series?
Transverse Abdominis, Glutes, Hamstrings
Only the Transverse Abdominis
Contralateral Oblique’s, Tibia and Tibia
EXAM AND A NEW UPDATED STUDY GUIDE ALL COMPLETE 400
APPROVED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (100%
CORRECT VERIFIED SOLUTIONS) CURRENTLY UPDATED
VERSIONS |GUARANTEED PASS A+ (BRAND NEW!) FULL REVISED
CLUB PILATES WRITTEN FINAL EXAM 2026
What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates
classes?
Being prepared and sticking to a script, no matter what!
Progressions, Modifications, Variations
Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
Variations, Variations, Variations, never do the same thing with the entire group
Answer- Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
Which is the "best" way to transition?
In between each move, instructor says, "Hug your knees in between your chest and
stay there while I do some equipment changes."
Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract them.
Instructor tosses Circles to everyone to challenge their hand-eye coordination.
Instructor says, "Sit up and change your springs, then grab the ball, roll onto your
side and put the ball under your head."
Answer- Instructor changes the springs while clients do a different move to distract
them.
,What are the 4 main muscles are emphasized during Footwork on the Reformer?
Adductors, Spine, Glutes, Hamstrings
Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Oblique’s, Glutes, Hamstrings
Ankles, Lateral Oblique’s, Glutes, Transverse Abdominis
Ankles, Knee, Hip, Spine
Answer- Transverse Abdominis, Contralateral Oblique’s, Glutes, Hamstrings
Bridge variations on the Reformer strengthen the back muscles and posterior chain
overall.
True / False
Answer- True
After finding out that a client has a healthy back, you should always start their
spinal flexion in a hinge NOT articulation.
True / False
Answer- False
Pick the correct group of contraindications for bridging exercises.
,Hip replacement, Osteopenia, Muscle fatigue, Hip issues
Cervical Spine Issues, Headache, Bad day at the office
Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Osteopenia, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Tight low back
Answer- Pregnancy, Hip replacements, slipped disc, osteoporosis
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer
lever angle on the low back.
True / False
Answer- False
Single Leg Bridge variations are a good introduction to lateral strength and flexion
of the spine.
True / False
Answer- True
What is the most advanced variation of Bridge and why?
Semi-Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations and requires
clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
On the Mat because the surface is stable
, Semi-Circle - it incorporates constant control of a high bridge with little
articulations underweight bearing conditions
Single Leg Bridge Variations with all springs on - they incorporate unilateral
control and that is ALWAYS more difficult than spinal articulation, even with all
springs on
Answer- Semi-Circle - it incorporates multiple variations of spinal articulations
and requires clients to have impeccable proprioceptive awareness
For "Supine Arms in Straps" series, the safest client progression would be in what
order?
Maintain head down a legs in extension at a 45-degree angle.
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.
4-point kneeing position and lower and lift the legs, one at a time.
Legs in extension at a 45-degree angle and head up the entire time is the right way
to start a new client for the variations.
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.
What are the major muscles emphasized in Supine Arms in Straps series?
Transverse Abdominis, Glutes, Hamstrings
Only the Transverse Abdominis
Contralateral Oblique’s, Tibia and Tibia
