IELTS General Reading, part 1 - Test

IELTS General Reading, part 1

This page will help you practice for the IELTS General reading test. This is section 1 of the general reading test.
This section has two reading passages about swimming pools and 13 questions.

Questions 1-5
Look at the information about Camberwell College's swimming pools. Then answer the questions below.

Camberwell College Swimming Pools
Camberwell College has one 50m (Olympic sized) pool with a constant depth of 2m throughout, and one 25m pool with a 1m shallow end and a 4m deep end. Both pools may be used by the general public at certain times.

50m Pool
The pool is often used for classes, but the general public may use two lanes for lane swimming at the following times.
Monday: 0630 -1130 and 1900 - 2100
Tuesday: 0630 -1130 and 1800 - 2100
Wednesday: 0630 -1330 and 1730 - 2130
Thursday: 0630 -1330
Friday: 0630 -1330
Weekends: 0900 - 1700
Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Please note that during College holidays, these times will vary. Contact the swimming pool on 04837 393560 for up-to-date information.




25m Pool
The 25 metre pool is available for recreational (non-lane) swimming from 0700-0900 and 1230-1330 on weekdays, and 1000 – 1600 on Saturdays. 

Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied.

We regret that the 25m pool will be closed for refurbishment between 21st July and 18th August. The men's changing rooms will be closed for the week beginning 18th August, and the women's changing rooms will be closed the following week. Alternative changing facilities will be made available. We apologise for any disruption this may cause.

Questions 6-13
Look at the information about swimming classes. Then answer the questions below.

Camberwell College Swimming Classes
It’s an essential life skill, it can make you fit and it provides fun for all the family.  Camberwell College’s offers swimming classes whatever for your needs, whether you want to swim competitively, you are trying to stay healthy or you want to learn. 
We offer separate classes for adults and children, following the National Plan for Teaching Swimming (NPTS).  We will guide you from your first splash and help you develop your confidence in the water.

Swim-A-Long
This class is suitable for parents with children aged up to the age of 1.5 years.  This class allows very young children to gain confidence in the water, by way of songs and music.

Tadpole to Frog Classes
This series of classes is suitable for children aged 1.5 upwards.  There are six levels in the series.  The first level is suitable for non-swimmers and teaches basic techniques and safety, using aids and floats.  By the time students reach the sixth level, they will be able to swim independently and will be eligible to join the Swim Star classes.




Swim Star
An opportunity for able swimmers to earn the Bronze, Silver and Gold swimming awards.  These classes teach children the ability to swim for prolonged periods of time, and teach skills such as diving, turning and different strokes.  Children who successfully complete the Swim Star programme will be invited to join the Youth Squad and learn competitive swimming techniques.

Swim School
The swim school offers classes for adults.  There are three levels, beginner, intermediate and advanced.   The beginner’s class is suitable for people who are new to swimming; the intermediate level is designed for swimmers who want to brush up on their swimming style, and the advanced level offers in-depth advice on stamina, breathing and technique.

Aqua Health

We offer a range of levels of fitness classes for able swimmers who wish to keep fit, socialise and have fun to music.  Aqua-Light offers gentle exercise and is suitable for the elderly.  Aqua-Pump is a high energy class which builds your strength and tones your body.

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