AFC AFC Equipment & Apparatus Knowledge

Question 1

What is the minimum recommended ceiling height for a standard aerial fitness class using aerial silks?

Accepted Answer

18 feet

Answer

10 feet

Answer

14 feet

Answer

22 feet

Question 2

Which hardware component is used to connect an aerial apparatus to a rigging point and allows rotation?

Accepted Answer

Swivel

Answer

Carabiner

Answer

Shackle

Answer

Eye bolt

Question 3

What material are most professional-grade aerial silks made from?

Accepted Answer

Polyester-lycra blend

Answer

100% cotton

Answer

Nylon

Answer

Hemp

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'crash mat' in an aerial fitness studio?

Accepted Answer

Fall protection directly beneath the apparatus

Answer

Warm-up surface only

Answer

Decorative flooring

Answer

Equipment storage

Question 5

What does the 'working load limit' (WLL) on rigging hardware refer to?

Accepted Answer

The maximum load the hardware should routinely bear

Answer

The weight of the hardware itself

Answer

The breaking strength of the hardware

Answer

The recommended warm-up weight

Question 6

An aerial hoop (lyra) is typically made of which material?

Accepted Answer

Steel

Answer

Aluminum

Answer

Carbon fiber

Answer

Titanium