Club Pilates EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2024
J. Pilates on Fitness - CORRECT ANSWER Physical fitness is the first requisite of
happiness. Out interpretation of physical fitness is the attainment of a uniformly
developed body with a sound mind, fully capable of naturally, easily, and
satisf...
J. Pilates on Fitness - CORRECT ANSWER Physical fitness is the first requisite of
happiness. Out interpretation of physical fitness is the attainment of a uniformly
developed body with a sound mind, fully capable of naturally, easily, and
satisfactorily performing our many and varied daily tasks with spontaneous zest
and pleasure
JP-RTL- p.19
Historical Principles - CORRECT ANSWER Whole body movement
Breath
Balanced muscle development
Concentration
Control
Centering
Precision
Rhythm
Guiding Principles - CORRECT ANSWER Breath- integral part of overall body
functioning
Whole body health- development of the body, mind, and spirit
Whole body commitment- mental and physical discipline, work ethic, an attitude
toward one's self and assuming a lifestyle necessary to achieve whole body
health
J. Pilates on Spine Articulation - CORRECT ANSWER "If your spine in inflexibly
stiff at 30, you are old; if it is completely flexible at 60, you are young"
B. Andersen on Organization of the Head, Neck and Shoulders - CORRECT ANSWER
"Increasing our awareness of the world through improved access to our senses;
vision, hearing, and touch"
Polestar's vision - CORRECT ANSWER To impact the world through intelligent
movement, fostering awareness of self and community
Polestar's mission - CORRECT ANSWER Polestar is an international community of
research oriented movement science professionals, transferring knowledge to
our clients to improve health and well-being through the application of Pilates
and various methodologies of movement science.
Polestar core values - CORRECT ANSWER Practice what we preach- integrity and
balance lifestyle
Seek resolutions and identify resources- own it and solve it. Be responsible and
accountable for your actions
Seek to understand, then be understood- open to clear and concise
communication
Put relationships before business- enthusiastic customer service
Be creative- commitment to excellence
Whole Body Health - CORRECT ANSWER Whole body health refers to the
development of the body, mind , and spirit in complete coordination with each
other. This can be achieved by exercise, proper diet, good hygiene and sleeping
habits, plenty of sunshine and fresh air and a balance in life of work, recreation
and relaxation.
Axial Elongation and Core Control mat exercises - CORRECT ANSWER Dead Bug
and Femur Arcs
Quadruped
Leg Circles I and II
Double Leg Stretch
Side Kick
,Control Balance
Double Leg Kick
Breath Mat Exercises - CORRECT ANSWER The Hundred
Rollover
Rolling
Spine Twist
Seal
Swimming
Rocking
Heal Boats
Spine Articulation Mat Exercises - CORRECT ANSWER Bridging
Swan I and II
Mermaid
Roll-up
Spine Stretch
Neck Pull
Book Opening
Organization of the Head, Neck, and Shoulders mat exercises - CORRECT ANSWER
Arm arcs
Prone press up
Assisted Roll up
Single leg stretch
Saw
Hip Twist
Push up
Alignment and Weight Bearing of the extremities mat exercises - CORRECT
ANSWER Standing roll down
Standing Balance I
Single Leg Kick
Scissor and Bicycle
Shoulder bridge
Leg pull front
Leg pull
Kneeling side kick
Side bend and star
Movement Integration mat exercises - CORRECT ANSWER Open leg rocker
corkscrew
, swan III
Jack knife
teaser
boomerang
crab
B. Andersen on Spine Articulation - CORRECT ANSWER "Distribution of
movement=distribution of forces"
Bridge with knee extensions is a beginner move because it introduces a longer
lever angle on the low back. - CORRECT ANSWER False
Mermaid cannot be modified and should not be done unless the client is ready. -
CORRECT ANSWER False (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? - CORRECT ANSWER If 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? - CORRECT ANSWER
Heels lower and Lift
What are the contraindications for Swan on the Reformer? - CORRECT ANSWER
Pregnancy, shoulder replacement, slipped disc, osteoporosis
When is a client ready to jump? - CORRECT ANSWER When 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. - CORRECT
ANSWER False
What are the elements of good flow programming when teaching group Pilates
classes? - CORRECT ANSWER Progressions, Transitions, Creative Sequencing
During Side Lying Legs in Straps Series, the spine should be in a neutral position.
- CORRECT ANSWER True
How is footwork on the jumpboard different. than footwork on the reformer? -
CORRECT ANSWER There is more surface area under the foot of the jumpboard
which elicits a reaction closer to real life than the footbar on the reformer
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