Notes On Sports Club - IELTS Listening Answers & Explanations
From Cambridge IELTS 06 Academic Listening Test 1 · Part 1 · Questions 1–10
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Questions 1–4 Note Completion
Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Notes on sports club
| Example
Name of club: |
Answer
Kingswell |
| Facilities available: | Golf
1 2 |
| Classes available: |
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| Additional facility: | 4 (restaurant opening soon) |
Questions 5–8 Table Completion
Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO NUMBERS for each answer.
| Type | Use of facilities | Cost of classes | Times | Joining fee | Annual subscription fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOLD | All | Free | Any time | £250 | £ 5 |
| SILVER | All | £ 6 | from 10 am to 7 pm | £225 | £300 |
| BRONZE | Restricted | £3 | from 10.30 to 3.30 weekdays only | £50 | £ 8 |
Questions 9–10 Sentence Completion
Complete the sentences below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
- To join the centre, you need to book an instructor's 9.
- To book a trial session, speak to David 10 (0458 95311).
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | a keep-fit studio / keep-fit studio / a keep-fit / keep-fit | We do have a keep-fit studio, which is very popular with members, and then as well as that there's swimming, of course | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the woman listing the club's facilities: a room for fitness exercises (keep-fit studio) and a swimming area. Answer Explanation: The answer identifies a room at the sports club where people can do exercises to stay healthy and strong. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is based on the woman's description of what the club offers. She mentions that besides golf, they have a 'keep-fit studio' and 'swimming.' These are the physical resources or locations (facilities) available to the members. |
| Q2 | swimming | We do have a keep-fit studio, which is very popular with members, and then as well as that there's swimming, of course | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the woman listing the different activities available at the club, specifically mentioning a studio for exercise and a place for swimming. Answer Explanation: The answer is 'swimming,' which refers to the physical activity or sport of moving through water. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'swimming' because the woman at the sports club lists it as one of the main things members can do there. In English, 'facilities' are the physical places or services provided for a specific purpose, such as sports. After mentioning that they are mostly a golf club, she explains that they also have a 'keep-fit studio' and 'swimming.' |
| Q3 | yoga classes / yoga | Well, at the moment we offer kick-boxing. We're planning to add judo and stretch classes soon. We're currently running a range of yoga classes, too | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows that the club has kick-boxing right now. It also says they will have judo and stretch classes in the future. Finally, it says they are currently doing yoga classes, which means they are available today. Answer Explanation: The answer means that yoga is one of the exercise classes that people can take at the sports club right now. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is yoga classes because the woman at the sports club mentions them as an activity they are 'currently running.' In English, 'currently' means 'now' or 'at this moment.' While she says they will add judo and stretch classes 'soon' (in the future), the yoga classes are already available for members to join. |
| Q4 | a salad bar / salad bar | At the moment, we've got a salad bar which is very popular. We'll also have a fully-licensed restaurant by the end of the year | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript confirms that the club currently offers a salad bar and plans to open a restaurant before the year ends. Answer Explanation: The answer refers to a place where people can buy and eat fresh salad. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'salad bar' because the employee at the sports club explains that they have this facility available right now for members who want to relax or eat after their workout. She also mentions that a full restaurant is not ready yet but will open in the future. |
| Q5 | 500 | Well, you pay a £250 joining fee and then it's £450 - oh no, I'm sorry, it's just gone up by £50, sorry about that - it's now £500 for the annual subscription fee | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the club employee correcting the price information she gave, clearly stating that the new yearly cost for the Gold plan is £500. Answer Explanation: The answer 500 refers to the amount in pounds (£) that a person must pay every year for a Gold membership. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 500 because, during the conversation, the woman explains the costs for the Gold membership. She initially says a lower number but quickly corrects herself, stating that the price has increased by £50, making the final annual subscription fee £500. |
| Q6 | 1 | Well, that's Silver - it's the same as Gold except you have to pay a small fee of £1.00 per lesson for any you do and you can only use the centre at certain times | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that for the Silver membership, people have to pay one pound (£1.00) for every lesson they attend. Answer Explanation: The answer is the price in pounds that a person with a Silver membership pays for each class they take at the sports club. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 1 because the woman explains the details of the 'Silver' membership plan. She says that unlike the free classes in the Gold plan, Silver members must pay a small amount of money for each lesson. She states that this fee is one pound. In the table, 'Cost of classes' is the column that needs to be filled for the Silver row, and 'lesson' and 'class' mean the same thing in this context. |
| Q7 | 4.30 / 4:30 | You can only use the facilities between 10 am and 4.30 pm | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that members with a Silver membership can only use the sports center starting from 10:00 in the morning until 4:30 in the afternoon. Answer Explanation: The answer provides the start time (10 am) and the end time (4.30 pm) for when people with a Silver membership are allowed to use the sports club. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is based on the woman's explanation of the Silver membership rules. She mentions that this membership is different from Gold because you can only use the club at specific times. When the man asks for the exact time, she says they can use the club between 10 am and 4.30 pm. |
| Q8 | 180 | Between 10.30 and 3.30 weekdays only and you pay a £50 joining fee. The annual fee is £180 - it works out at £15 a month, so that would be quite a lot cheaper | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the woman listing the costs for the Bronze membership. She says the fee for one whole year is 180 pounds. Answer Explanation: The answer is the number 180, which refers to the 180 pounds a person must pay each year for the Bronze membership. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is found by looking at the details of the 'Bronze' membership plan mentioned in the conversation. When the man asks about the different schemes, the woman describes the Bronze plan, which has limited hours and specific costs. She explicitly mentions that one of these costs, the 'annual fee' (which is another way to say yearly subscription fee), is 180 pounds. |
| Q9 | assessment | Well, we book you in for an assessment with an instructor, who will show you how to use all the equipment | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows that when someone wants to join, the club arranges an 'assessment' (a meeting to see how someone performs or to give information) with a trainer (instructor) to explain the equipment. Answer Explanation: The answer 'assessment' refers to a meeting or a test with a teacher to check your level or show you how things work. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'assessment' because the woman explains the process for joining the club. She mentions that new members must 'book' a specific session with an 'instructor' to learn how to use the machines and tools. In this context, 'assessment' is the name of that first appointment. |
| Q10 | Kynchley | If you want to organise a trial session and look around the centre, you'll need to speak to David Kynchley.MAN: Hmm. Could you spell that please?WOMAN: Yes, David K-Y-N-C-H-L-E-Y | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the woman telling the man to contact David Kynchley if he wants to book a trial session, and she gives him the exact spelling of the last name. Answer Explanation: The answer is the family name of a person named David, who helps people arrange a test visit to the club. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'Kynchley' because the staff member explains that if the man wants to arrange or 'organise' a 'trial session' (a test visit to see the place), he has to talk to David Kynchley. To make sure the man knows how to write it, the woman spells out the name letter by letter as K-Y-N-C-H-L-E-Y. |
Transcript
WOMAN: Good morning, oh sorry, it's gone 12, I'll start again, good afternoon, Kingswell Sports Club, how can I help you?
MAN: Oh, good afternoon. I was wondering if you could give me some information about membership and facilities.
WOMAN: Of course. What would you like to know?
MAN: Do you have tennis courts, for example?
WOMAN: No, I'm afraid we don't. We're primarily a golf club.
MAN: What about football? I heard you had a team.
WOMAN: No, I'm sorry. Perhaps you're thinking about Fresham Sports Centre.
MAN: Oh, right. I know it. I've played badminton there.
WOMAN: Have you? They've got a lot of facilities we don't have and vice versa. We do have a keep-fit studio, which is very popular with members, and then as well as that there's swimming, of course.
MAN: That's good. I like to swim every day.
WOMAN: We have a range of classes too.
MAN: Do you have judo classes? I'm keen to learn.
WOMAN: Well, at the moment we offer kick-boxing. We're planning to add judo and stretch classes soon. We're currently running a range of yoga classes, too.
MAN: What about relaxing after exercise? I assume you have a restaurant or something.
WOMAN: At the moment, we've got a salad bar which is very popular. We'll also have a fully-licensed restaurant by the end of the year.
MAN: Sounds good!
WOMAN: What kind of membership are you interested in?
MAN: Um I'm not really sure. What are the options?
WOMAN: Well, there are three different membership schemes.
MAN: I see. What's the difference?
WOMAN: Well, the first one's called Gold, and you can use all the facilities at any time of the day or week. You can also join in as many classes as you like for free.
MAN: That sounds good. Is it very expensive?
WOMAN: Well, you pay a £250 joining fee and then it's £450 - oh no, I'm sorry, it's just gone up by £50, sorry about that - it's now £500 for the annual subscription fee.
MAN: Right, got that. And what's the next type?
WOMAN: Well, that's Silver - it's the same as Gold except you have to pay a small fee of £1.00 per lesson for any you do and you can only use the centre at certain times.
MAN: I see. So when exactly?
WOMAN: You can only use the facilities between 10 am and 4.30 pm.
MAN: So I couldn't use the pool at 8 in the morning or evening, then?
WOMAN: That's right.
MAN: OK. And the price for that? Is the joining fee the same as for Gold?
WOMAN: Actually, it's slightly less than the £250 - it's £225, but the annual fee is only £300. Does that sound more like what you want?
MAN: Well, it's still rather more expensive than I thought. I'm a student here in England and I'm only here for six months.
WOMAN: Ah, then the Bronze scheme would probably suit you best.
MAN: How is that different?
WOMAN: Well, some of the facilities have restricted use.
MAN: And do I have to pay for classes?
WOMAN: Yes, it's £3 for each class you join.
MAN: I see. And what are the hours then?
WOMAN: Between 10.30 and 3.30 weekdays only and you pay a £50 joining fee. The annual fee is £180 - it works out at £15 a month, so that would be quite a lot cheaper.
MAN: Oh, that should be all right. I could come in my free periods. What do I have to do if I want to join?
WOMAN: Well, we book you in for an assessment with an instructor, who will show you how to use all the equipment. If you want to organise a trial session and look around the centre, you'll need to speak to David Kynchley.
MAN: Hmm. Could you spell that please?
WOMAN: Yes, David K-Y-N-C-H-L-E-Y. I'll give you his direct line number. It's oh-four-five-eight-nine-five-three-double one.
MAN: Thanks.
WOMAN: Thank you for calling Kingswell Sports Club.