Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Sports, Fitness & Outdoor Skills 3

Exercises:   123456

Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a teen yoga or pilates class to attend.

There are descriptions of eight yoga and pilates classes.

Decide which class would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna wants to improve her flexibility so she can touch her toes easily. She prefers exercising to calm, relaxing music. She is busy with homework during the week, so she needs a class on Saturday or Sunday.

2   Leo wants to build strong core muscles in his stomach to help with his surfing. He doesn’t own a fitness mat, so the studio must supply one. He works at a cafe and needs evening sessions.

3   Mia wants to join a class that focuses heavily on improving flexibility and stretching. She owns her own expensive mat and wants to bring it. She has a month off school and wants an intensive daily weekday course.

4   Sam wants to develop his core strength to improve his posture. He specifically wants to exercise while listening to peaceful, relaxing music to reduce stress. He needs a cheap class because he doesn’t have much pocket money.

5   Chloe is looking for a class to increase her overall body flexibility. She loves listening to modern pop songs while she exercises. Because she has a weekend job, she is only free to attend classes before school starts.

Teen Yoga and Pilates Classes

A Weekend Zen

Improve how far you can bend and stretch! We meet exclusively at the end of the week, ensuring your Monday to Friday is completely free for studying. Our sessions feature peaceful, gentle tunes played in the background, creating the perfect environment to unwind and lengthen tight muscles safely.

B Power Nights

Develop firm stomach and back muscles to support your sporting hobbies! These late-day workshops take place after the sun goes down, making them ideal for busy teenagers. There is no need to carry heavy equipment here; we have plenty of comfortable foam pads ready for everyone to use.

C Daily Stretch Camp

Increase your range of motion and loosen your joints in our Monday to Friday intensive program. We run every day for four weeks. Students must travel with their personal floor pads, as we do not keep any spare equipment in the studio. Get ready to bend further than ever!

D Calm Core

Focus completely on developing powerful middle body muscles to stand taller and feel stronger. We keep our prices incredibly low, making it totally affordable for teenagers saving their cash. Throughout the workout, we play very quiet, soothing sounds to help you completely escape from your daily teenage worries.

E Sunrise Benders

Wake up early and join our pre-breakfast sessions! We specialize in making your body much looser, allowing you to reach further and stretch deeply. Instead of boring, slow sounds, we blast the latest chart hits and energetic radio tracks to keep you smiling while you loosen up.

F Elite Center Pilates

Build a fantastic, powerful stomach and back while listening to gentle, slow melodies that calm the mind. Because we use highly famous teachers, our fees are extremely high, so it is a big financial investment. Join us every Saturday afternoon for a premium, high-quality body conditioning experience.

G Evening Flow

Join us after dinner to lengthen your muscles and improve how deeply you can bend. We play soft, classical melodies to help you forget your school stress. These nighttime sessions are brilliant for students, but we are closed all weekend, so make sure your weekdays are completely free!

H Sunset Strength

Make your middle body incredibly tough! Our after-school sessions are perfectly timed for when you finish your daily activities. Please ensure you pack your own comfortable floor cushion, as we expect all attendees to supply their personal gear. We play loud rock tracks to keep your energy high!

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a martial arts class.

There are descriptions of eight martial arts schools.

Decide which martial arts school would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to join a martial arts class to focus on his personal focus and life discipline. He is looking for a school that lets students progress through a colored belt grading system, and he is only free on weekend mornings.

2   Sophia enjoys active sports and wants a style with a lot of physical contact, like wrestling or throwing. She is on a tight budget, so the classes must be very cheap. She needs an evening session during the week.

3   Tom wants to learn traditional self-defense but explicitly wants to avoid any physical contact or hitting during practice. He is looking for a class he can join online from his bedroom, and wants a qualification at the end.

4   Anna and her brother want to practice together in a class with other teenagers. They are keen to enter formal regional competitions and tournaments. They need a studio located right next to a central train station for travel.

5   Oliver wants a private, one-to-one coach to teach him basics rather than learning in a large group. He wants to focus on physical fitness and strength, and is only available to train on Friday afternoons after school.

Martial Arts Schools

A Mind & Body Dojo

Develop your mental focus and everyday discipline through our structured lessons. Students advance from white to black rank through our official, regular testing sessions. Our popular youth workshops happen every Saturday and Sunday morning before lunch, making it easy to fit into a busy school week.

B Power Grappling

If you love physical contact and close wrestling, you will enjoy our energetic training. Tutors teach safe throwing and holding techniques on soft mats. We keep our entry fees extremely low, and our lessons run on Tuesday and Thursday nights. It is perfect for people looking for affordable evening activities.

C Safe Stream Academy

Discover the art of traditional movements without any hitting or physical contact between students. Our lessons are streamed live over the internet, allowing you to train safely in your living room. Complete the full course to receive an official graduate document to show your teachers.

D Junction Martial Arts

Practice dynamic routines alongside a friendly team of teenagers your own age! We prepare our students to participate in official city tournaments and national championships. Our modern venue is located right outside the main railway stop, so you can travel here easily by public transport.

E Solo Strength

Get the exclusive attention of a personal instructor in our individual tutoring sessions. We concentrate on boosting your physical fitness, muscle power, and core energy. Book your private slot every week on Friday afternoons between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., right after your classes finish.

F Elite Fighter

We offer high-energy group training for advanced students who want to enter serious regional competitions. Learn advanced contact skills and sparring methods. Our central studio is located right next to the train station. Please note that our club membership is quite expensive, and we don’t have private lessons.

G Saturday Mats

Join our weekend morning workshops to practice your throwing skills on thick, protective mats. We work in small groups of ten students to learn about traditional values and group discipline. Students must buy their own suits before arriving, and we do not use a colored rank system.

H Zen Home Studio

Connect with a virtual group of students from around the world to improve your focus and discipline. These online text lessons cost completely zero pounds. We look at the theory of ancient sports, but there are no physical exercises, practical movements, or formal qualification documents offered.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a mountain biking course.

There are descriptions of eight mountain biking courses.

Decide which biking course would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna wants to learn how to ride up extremely steep hills. She also needs to learn basic bike maintenance so she can fix a broken chain. Because she works from Monday to Friday, she requires a weekend course.

2   Tom wants to practice riding down steep hills at high speeds. He doesn’t own any protective gear, so the school must provide helmets and pads. He is busy during the day, so he needs an evening session.

3   Lily wants a gentle introduction to off-road riding. She currently has no money, so the course must be completely free. She doesn’t drive, so the location must be right next to the railway station.

4   David wants to focus entirely on bike maintenance so he can fix his own tires and brakes. He needs a quick, one-day workshop. He also absolutely needs to receive an official printed certificate at the end.

5   Chloe wants to tackle difficult, rocky, and steep terrain. She wants to purchase her own brand-new protective gear at the studio before riding. She prefers studying early in the day and needs a morning class.

Mountain Biking Courses

A Weekend Warriors

Master the mountains on Saturday and Sunday! We teach you the best body positions for pedaling up extremely steep hills without getting tired. Half of the session is dedicated to essential bike maintenance, teaching you how to repair broken chains and flat tires on the trail so you never get stuck.

B Night Riders

Experience the thrill of descending! Our 7 PM after-work classes focus on controlling your bike while flying down steep hills. You won’t need to buy expensive safety equipment, as we hand out top-quality helmets, gloves, and knee pads to every student to wear for the duration of the lesson.

C Beginner Tracks

Start your off-road journey without spending a single penny! This complimentary workshop focuses on basic balance on flat dirt paths. Our convenient meeting point is located exactly opposite the main train platforms, making it incredibly easy to reach for anyone using public transport.

D The Mechanic’s Masterclass

Keep your wheels turning! This intensive eight-hour, single-day event focuses entirely on bike maintenance, teaching you to fix brakes and gears. You won’t be riding at all during this class. Everyone who completes this highly practical training receives a formal graduation document for their professional CV.

E Morning Peaks

Start your day right with our 9 AM sessions! We focus on teaching you how to safely ride over massive rocks and incredibly steep terrain. If you need safety equipment, our fantastic on-site shop sells a great selection of professional protective gear for you to buy before the ride begins.

F Uphill Push

Conquer the highest peaks during our Saturday and Sunday morning rides. We focus entirely on the leg strength needed to get up steep hills. Please note that we do not have a shop or any spare safety equipment, so every rider must bring their own protective gear from home to join us.

G Twilight Trails

Enjoy a relaxed ride through the forest! We meet every Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM. We teach basic off-road skills and a little bit of bike maintenance to keep you moving. However, we do not offer any official paperwork or graduation certificates when the term finishes.

H Free Wheels

Learn to ride down steep hills for absolutely zero cost! We meet every weekend morning and provide all the necessary protective gear for free. Unfortunately, our private forest trail is located far out in the countryside, so there are no trains and all attendees must drive a car to reach us.

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