Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Sports, Fitness & Outdoor Skills 5

Exercises:   123456

Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a swimming stroke correction course.

There are descriptions of eight swimming courses.

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

1   Anna wants to swim much faster for an upcoming competition. She gets cold easily, so she absolutely needs an indoor, heated pool. Because she works at a cafe every weekend, she requires a weekday evening class.

2   Tom wants to focus entirely on improving his breathing technique because he frequently swallows water. He is currently a student with no money, so the sessions must be completely free. He is a morning person and wants to practice early in the day.

3   Lily wants to correct her arm movements for the butterfly stroke. She learns best when she is the only student in the water, so she requires a private lesson. She doesn’t drive, so the swimming center must be situated next to the railway station.

4   David wants to improve his speed and swim faster without wasting energy. He is busy all week, so he must find a course on Saturdays or Sundays. He also really wants to get a video recording of his swimming to watch at home.

5   Chloe wants to learn the correct breathing rhythm for the front crawl. She forgot her equipment, so the leisure center must lend her a pair of swimming goggles. She finishes work early, so she needs a session in the early afternoon, before 3 PM.

Swimming Stroke Correction Courses

A Evening Racers

Prepare for your next competition! We meet every Wednesday at 7 PM. Our expert coaches will teach you how to increase your speed and beat your personal records. You won’t freeze here, because our classes take place entirely inside our lovely, warm indoor pool.

B Morning Breathers

Start your day the right way with our 8 AM sessions! We focus strictly on showing you how to breathe correctly in the water so you never choke or panic again. Best of all, this helpful community class will not cost you a single penny to attend.

C The Station Pool

Located exactly opposite the main train platforms, we offer private, one-to-one coaching. You will get the tutor’s full attention as you perfect difficult arm movements like the butterfly stroke. Please note that all swimmers must bring their own swimwear and goggles.

D Weekend Video Tech

Swim faster with less effort! Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings to increase your speed. Our coaches use underwater cameras to film your technique, and you will receive a fantastic digital copy of the video to analyze in your own bedroom later.

E Midday Swimmers

Perfect your front crawl breathing during your lunch break! Our 1 PM classes will teach you the perfect rhythm for taking breaths in the water. Don’t worry if you left your gear at home; we happily lend out top-quality swimming goggles to everyone for the hour.

F The Free Swimmer

Enjoy our outdoor, unheated pool for absolutely no cost! We meet every weekend to practice basic breathing rhythms. It is a fantastic, free way to stay fit, but please note that the water can be quite cold, so it is definitely not suitable for everyone.

G Speedy Weekends

Do you want to swim faster? Join our Saturday and Sunday speed clinics! We will push your limits and help you swim at top speed. Please note that we do not use any cameras, so we cannot provide any recordings of your performance.

H Sunset Private Swim

Enjoy private, one-to-one lessons in our quiet indoor pool! We meet every evening at 8 PM to correct your arm techniques. Our private leisure club is located deep in the countryside, so you will definitely need to drive a car to reach us.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a team sports coaching program.

There are descriptions of eight coaching clubs.

Decide which coaching club would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to study team tactics and positioning. He is eager to play in weekend matches but does not own any gear yet, so he needs a club where the uniform and boots are completely provided for players.

2   Emma wants a basketball program to improve her fitness and running skills. She can only attend on weekday evenings after her school lessons. She already owns her complete sports kit and is ready to start playing immediately.

3   Ryan wants to focus on shooting skills and attacking tactics. He is only free on weekday mornings before his university lectures start. Because he has a very low student budget, he must find a highly affordable coaching program.

4   Chloe is looking for a football program during her summer holiday to improve her defending and teamwork. She wants a club where players are strictly required to bring their own uniform and proper footwear to every practice session.

5   Daniel wants to understand complex game strategies and player positioning. He is only available on Sunday afternoons and is looking for a premium, high-quality academy. He does not mind paying high fees for top professional coaching.

Team Sports Coaching Programs

A Weekend Champions

Master game plans and clever team strategies on the field! This football academy prepares you for competitive Saturday and Sunday games. Do not worry about buying expensive clothes or boots; our club supplies a full match uniform to all players at no extra cost. It is an amazing choice for weekend learners.

B Evening Hoops

Boost your physical fitness and running skills with our high-energy basketball sessions! We meet every Tuesday and Thursday after 6 p.m. to practice passing and tactical drills. Please remember that all participants must wear their own sports uniform and gym shoes, as clothing is not supplied by the center.

C Morning Strikers

Learn how to score goals and improve your attacking positioning on the pitch! Our training runs from Monday to Friday at 9 a.m. This community project offers very low fees and special student discounts to help you save money. It is a fantastic option to fit into your early routine.

D Summer Defending Camp

Make your July and August break exciting by discovering great defensive skills and teamwork! Our holiday courses focus on blocking and field communication. All players are required to wear their own personal sports clothes and boots to every session. Get ready to work hard with other active teenagers!

E Elite Pro Academy

Develop a deep understanding of complex game structures and team setups. Held every Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m., this masterclass provides individual attention from former professional managers. While our registration fees are quite high, the excellent expert guidance guarantees rapid progress for dedicated individuals seeking a top-quality sport experience.

F Saturday Strategies

Study advanced positioning and clever game plans with our expert coaches. We host competitive tournament matches every Saturday afternoon. Please note that this is a highly strict club where all members are required to purchase and bring their own full match kit and specialized boots. No clothing is provided on site.

G Community Courts

Join our highly affordable basketball classes designed to help teenagers stay active and healthy. Running every weekday night at 7 p.m., this low-cost program is perfect for saving money. We provide a complimentary sports kit and fresh drinks to every participant upon arrival, so you can leave your gear at home.

H Vacation Goals

Spend your summer break developing your defensive positioning and passing with our fun coaching team. This holiday program is excellent for building strong field communication. There is no need to carry heavy gear; we supply a clean sports uniform and team socks to all students at every practice session.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a skateboarding course to attend.

There are descriptions of eight skateboarding courses.

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

1   Lucas wants to learn exciting jumps in the air. He doesn’t own a skateboard, so the school must lend him one. He is busy all week and only has free time on Saturday mornings.

2   Sara needs to understand the safety rules of riding in busy public places. She already owns her own board and helmet. She finishes her studies late, so she requires a class on weekday evenings.

3   Max keeps falling over and needs help staying steady on his board. He has very little pocket money, so the lessons must be free. He dislikes the rain and wants to practice inside a building.

4   Chloe wants to practice special jumps and spins on wooden ramps. She prefers learning in a group exclusively for girls. She has a week off school and wants an intensive course that meets every day.

5   Ben wants to stop falling and improve how he stands on the moving board. He strongly prefers learning outdoors in the fresh air. He recently bought a new skateboard and wants to use it.

Skateboarding Courses

A Weekend Wheels

Discover how to launch yourself into the air and perform amazing spins! We meet early at the start of the weekend, just before lunch. Don’t worry if you don’t have the gear; our friendly club supplies top-quality wheels and safety pads for every single student to use during the sessions.

B Night Riders

Learn the correct way to share busy riding spaces without crashing into other people! These sessions take place after dinner from Monday to Friday, perfectly suiting busy students. Please remember to pack your personal riding equipment, as we definitely do not hold any spare items at our training facility.

C Covered Cruisers

Stop hitting the ground! We teach you fantastic techniques to keep your feet perfectly steady while moving. Best of all, our brilliant charity project costs absolutely nothing to join. We practice inside a huge covered sports hall, ensuring you stay completely dry even during terrible winter storms and heavy rain.

D Female Flyers

Master incredible spins and flips on our huge wooden structures! This special program is designed purely for young female riders to build confidence together. It is a demanding, full-time camp running every day from Monday through to Sunday, making it the absolute ultimate holiday activity for dedicated, energetic young athletes.

E Park Rollers

Avoid silly accidents by discovering how to position your weight correctly while moving! We practice outside under the trees in the beautiful city gardens, enjoying the sunshine. Everyone must carry their personal riding items to the sessions, as we absolutely cannot supply any wooden decks or helmets for attendees.

F Weekend Girls

Join our friendly all-female group and learn to launch yourself over high obstacles! We meet exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays to practice our amazing spins and flips. It is a fantastic, relaxed environment for young women to learn safely, but please ensure you bring your own protective knee pads and helmets.

G Morning Gliders

Master keeping your body perfectly upright while rolling at high speeds! We love the fresh air and spend all our time outside in the local public playground. However, you don’t need to buy anything, because our instructors always bring plenty of high-quality boards for every single attendee to borrow safely.

H Indoor Etiquette

Understand exactly who goes first to avoid dangerous crashes in busy public areas! Lessons run late into the night during the working week. To protect our wooden floors, absolutely no outside equipment is allowed; students are strictly required to ride the plastic boards supplied by our indoor sports center.

Exercises:   123456