Cambridge English: KET (A2 Key) - Sports & Activities

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Cambridge English: KET (A2 Key)
handball [noun]

an indoor game for two teams of players each trying to throw a ball with their hands to the opponent's goal

Ex: The championship match in handball drew a large crowd of enthusiastic spectators .

a sport that involves riders performing specific tasks like jumping over obstacles or showcasing their skills on horseback

Ex: He ’s passionate about horse riding and competes in local tournaments .

a type of sport in which a person climbs rock surfaces that are very steep

Ex: Rock climbing is a popular outdoor adventure sport .
skiing [noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: The family planned a weekend getaway to the mountains for some skiing and snowboarding .

the activity or sport of sailing on water by standing on a special board with a sail attached to it

Ex: The beach is a popular destination for windsurfing , thanks to its consistent winds and calm waters .
swimming [noun]

the act of moving our bodies through water with the use of our arms and legs, particularly as a sport

Ex: Swimming helps to improve our cardiovascular fitness .
camping [noun]

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

Ex: I love the peace and quiet that comes with camping .
golf [noun]

a game that is mostly played outside where each person uses a special stick to hit a small white ball into a number of holes with the least number of swings

Ex:

a sport played by two or four players who hit a lightweight object called a shuttle back and forth over a tall net using rackets

Ex: They played badminton in the park on a sunny afternoon .
judo [noun]

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Ex: Judo practitioners wear a gi , which is a traditional uniform .

a game played on a table by two or four players who bounce a small ball on the table over a net using special rackets

Ex: My sister is the best table tennis player in our family .
karate [noun]

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Ex: In karate , students learn both techniques and forms .

a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

Ex: Many schools offer gymnastics classes to help students develop coordination and balance .
yoga [noun]

a system of physical exercises, including breath control and meditation, practiced to gain more control over your body and mind

Ex: The yoga session was very calming and rejuvenating .
baseball [noun]

a ball used in the sport of baseball, typically made of leather

Ex: His favorite baseball had signatures from his favorite players .
hockey [noun]

a game played by two teams of eleven players on grass or a field, using long sticks to put a hard ball in the opposite team's goal

Ex: The coach organized a series of drills to improve the players ' passing and shooting techniques in preparation for the upcoming hockey tournament .
cricket [noun]

a game played by two teams of eleven players who try to get points by hitting the ball with a wooden bat and running between two sets of vertical wooden sticks

Ex: My brother taught me how to play cricket .

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

Ex: Volleyball is an exciting sport where teams try to score points by hitting the ball over the net .
running [noun]

the act of walking in a way that is very fast and both feet are never on the ground at the same time, particularly as a sport

Ex:
surfing [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a surfboard to move on waves

Ex: She took up surfing as a teenager and has been passionate about the sport ever since .
climbing [noun]

the activity or sport of going upwards toward the top of a mountain or rock

Ex:
skating [noun]

the sport or activity of moving around quickly on skates

Ex: Skating is a great way to improve balance , coordination , and cardiovascular fitness .

a winter sport or activity in which the participant stands on a board and glides over snow, typically on a mountainside

Ex:
sailing [noun]

the practice of riding a boat as a hobby

Ex: He learned the basics of sailing during his summer vacation and quickly fell in love with the sport .

the sport of competing in track and field events, including running races and various competitions in jumping and throwing

Ex: He switched his focus from soccer to athletics after discovering a talent for the javelin .
rugby [noun]

a game played by two teams of thirteen or fifteen players, who kick or carry an oval ball over the other team’s line to score points

Ex: Rugby requires strength and good teamwork .
tennis [noun]

a sport in which two or four players use rackets to hit a small ball backward and forward over a net

Ex: She won the tennis tournament and received a trophy .
aerobics [noun]

a type of exercise that is designed to make one's lungs and heart stronger, often performed with music

Ex: After a few weeks of regular aerobics , she noticed increased stamina and energy levels .
cycling [noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: The annual cycling event attracted participants from all over the country .
fishing [noun]

the activity of catching a fish with special equipment such as a fishing line and a hook or net

Ex: He uses a special bait for fishing .