YMCA Yoga Techniques & Instruction 3

Question 1

Which yoga pose is typically contraindicated for students with carpal tunnel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Plank Pose (Phalakasana)

Answer

Plank Pose places significant weight-bearing pressure on the wrists, which can aggravate carpal tunnel syndrome and other wrist conditions.

Question 2

In sequencing a yoga class, the term 'apex pose' refers to:

Accepted Answer

The most challenging or peak posture the sequence builds toward

Answer

The apex pose is the peak or goal posture of a class, and all preceding poses are designed to warm up and prepare the body for it.

Question 3

Which cue best helps a student activate the core in Plank Pose?

Accepted Answer

Draw the navel gently toward the spine

Answer

Drawing the navel toward the spine engages the transverse abdominis, which stabilizes the spine and pelvis in Plank Pose.

Question 4

A yoga instructor notices a student forcing a deep backbend and wincing. The best course of action is to:

Accepted Answer

Offer a verbal or hands-on cue to reduce the depth and ask how the student feels

Answer

A responsible instructor prioritizes student safety by offering a modification and checking in verbally or physically when signs of strain are observed.

Question 5

The Sanskrit term 'asana' most accurately translates to:

Accepted Answer

Seat or posture

Answer

Asana translates as 'seat' or 'posture' and refers to the physical positions practiced in yoga.

(YMCA) Young Men's Christian Association Yoga Certification Practice Test

(YMCA) Young Men's Christian Association Yoga Certification Practice Test

YMCA Yoga Techniques & Instruction 3