Sports & Leisure
Topic specific Spanish practice exercises
Tennis, anyone? Or how about cycling or football (soccer)? Whether you enjoy adrenaline filled hikes or a strategic game of chess, many sports you love are played in Spanish-speaking countries. Some that you might not even be familiar with. Either way, you can learn more while practising and improving your Spanish skills with these exercises.
- A march for rare diseases
Diego is participating today in a charity march. - A pato tournament
Leo describes this Argentinian sport. - Advantages of folding bikes
Having a folding bike is very useful. - At El Corte Inglés
Have you ever been to El Corte Ingles? - Autumn clothes
Elisa has prepared her wardrobe to enjoy the outdoors this autumn. - Beauty
Sergio is learning adjectives related to beauty. - Benefits of sport
Mara tells us about exercising at the gym and its benefits. - Biodance
Roberto describes biodance. - Boxing
Fernanda teaches boxing and she explains how combat sports are really beneficial. - Calva: a traditional Spanish game
Learn about calva, a traditional Spanish game. - Climbing stairs to lose weight
My new way of doing exercise: climbing the stairs everyday. - Cycle-ball
Learn about cycle-ball, an exciting sport. - Dance partners
Eduardo has fallen in love with his dance partner. - Dancing, dancing, dancing
Sol tells us why she loves dancing salsa. - Descent of the Sella
Alberto tells us about the great summer sport event "Descent of the Sella" in Asturias. - Discovering the majesty of the ceiba tree
Discover the mighty ceiba tree. - Dreaming
Do you enjoy dreaming? - E-sports
Gerardo explains what e-sports are. - Edurne Pasaban
Andrea is passionate about mountaineering and tells us about her heroine Edurne Pasaban. - Everyday pleasures
Gonzalo tells us some of his everyday pleasures. - Exercise routines with a chair
Juanjo explain how to work out at home with just a chair. - Going out for drinks
I love going out for drinks every weekend. - Gym challenge
Federico is taking a challenge in order to raise money for children. - Hello autumn!
Autumn has just arrived in the northern hemisphere! - I dream about the Olympics
My dream is going to the Olympics in the future. - I like going to the beach
Learn about Ana's favourite summer hobby. - I like the rain
Alegría loves the rain and tells us why. - I love kickboxing!
Sandra loves kickboxing, guess why! - I want to go around the world on a bicycle
Cesar tells us that his dream is to cycle around the world and he plans to make his dream come true very soon. - Ice skating
Lina tells us about her New Year's Eve tradition. - Igloo winter camp
Roberto is spending a week in Norway with his family. - In April it rains a lot
Evaristo talks about a Spanish saying. - In the countryside
Vera loves to go to the countryside with her friends. - In the shower
Paco practises mindfulness every morning when he takes a shower. - In the Valley of Silence
Discover the peaceful beauty of the Valley of Silence. - Into the void
Luna describes her feelings as she jumps out a plane with a parachute for the first time. - Kilian Jornet
Learn about this internationally renowned Spanish sportsman. - Kitesurfing in Tarifa
Marcos tells us why he likes kitesurfing. - La Tia Carmen's shop
María describes her favourite store. - Ladders
Ainhoa is very superstitious and now there's a ladder blocking her way to work. What will she do? - Lavender
Adriana practices aromatherapy with lavender. - Lionel Messi: an Argentinian star
Marco's favourite football player is Lionel Messi. - Living in a tree
Would you like to live in a tree? - Mariela Coronel
Victor tells us about this female Argentinian footballer. - Mindfulness for sleeping
Alberto tells us about starting mindfulness to combat insomnia. - My List
Marcos is making a list of simple things that make him happy. - My next job as a lifeguard
Manuel tells us about his upcoming job as a lifeguard. - My outfit of the day
Sara loves athleisure clothes and she uses Instagram to show her outfit of the day. - My private plane
Rebeca is the owner of a private plane. - On the Cares trail
Juan's sunny journey begins on the beautiful Cares trail! - Optimistic
Cristina describes herself as an optimist. - Playing Monopoly with my family
Miguel loves playing Monopoly with his family. - Playing racing videogames
Discover Sofia's biggest passion: videogames. - Rafael Nadal
A short introduction to the Spanish tennis player Rafa Nadal. - Reading
Discover what Susana is reading at this moment. - Sandboarding
Raúl tells us about his favourite extreme sport. - Snowman
Fátima loves to make snowmen in winter. - Staycation
Susana has decided to stay home this summer. - Surfing in El Palmar
Learn about Clara's favourite summer sport. - Surfing in Mundaka
Learn about Felipe's favourite summer sport. - Take care of your skin
Sabina shares some summer skincare tips. - The coat
Jacinta wants to buy a new coat for winter. - Thunka
Linda describes the Bolivian game Thunka. - Transvulcania
Ignacio tells us about the Transvulcania ultramarathon, that takes place on the island of La Palma - Walk or bike?
Choosing between biking or walking: a daily decision. - What is fencing?
Fencing is an old and interesting sport. - Women in extreme sports: breaking barriers
Women in extreme sports are rewriting the rules and smashing barriers, proving that fearless determination knows no gender boundaries. - A day outside
Julián tells us about his amazing weekend. - A dip in the lake
Taking a dip in a lake is ideal in really hot days. - A guided meditation
Let’s take a peaceful moment to connect with nature and ourselves. - A memory-based challenge
Embark on an enchanting journey with Julia through the enigmatic labyrinth of memories. - A mountaineering adventure in Jalisco
While mountaineering El Diente in Jalisco, Julio faced tough trails and reveled in the breathtaking summit views. - A snow trip
Manuel enjoyed an unforgettable weekend in the snow with friends. - A story of personal triumph
Pedro tells us his story of personal improvement after being in an accident. - A stunning car in the newspaper
Discover Antonio's latest passion. - A superbike event
Two friends have been to a superbike event. - Abandoned villages of Teruel
Discover the hidden beauty of Teruel's abandoned villages! - An aromatherapy session
Discover what an aromatherapy session is like! - At a karate competition
Gabriel just participated in a karate competition. - At the circus
Irene tells us about a circus afternoon with her son. - At the office gym
Do you have a gym in your office? - Be simple
Ernesto has decided changing his life will make him happier. - Belén Hostalet
Valeria introduces us an Spanish athleisure designer and influencer. - Benefits of mindfulness
Marina tells us why she practises mindfulness. - Costa Rican flowers
Learn about some flowers growing in Costa Rica. - Donovan Carrillo: a prodigious Mexican figure skater
Learn about Donovan Carrillo, a Mexican figure skater. - En el centro comercial
I had a wonderful day at the shopping centre with my sister. - Everything hurts!
Ester goes to the doctor because she feels unwell. - Fashion trends for this autumn
Almudena tells us about some fashion trends for this season. - Fireplace plans
Vicente loves to make plans next to the fireplace in winter. - Floriography
Asunta is learning about flower arranging and she tells us about the amazing floriography session they studied in class. - Games for the brain
Juan is unlocking his brain's potential with some fun games. - Gemma Mengual: synchronized swimmer
Lorenzo tells us about one of the most important Spanish synchronized swimmers. - Horseback riding in Santiago
Ride into Santiago's beauty on horseback, where every moment is an adventure. - How to sew a button
Mauro explains how to sew a button. - In a bottle cap game
Marcos and his friends turn a simple day at the park into an exciting bottle cap race. - In the Irati forest
An unforgettable adventure awaited Sofía and Mario as they explored Irati's beauty. - Kathrine Switzer
Marta tell us about the first woman in history run in a marathon. - Laughter therapy
Learn about laughter therapy. - Lost in the forest
Carlos is distracted by the wonders of the forest. - Luca's great passion
Luca tells us about his joy on two wheels. - Madness
Elvira recommends doing crazy things to bring more joy to our lives. - Marco Verde is going to the Olympics
Marco Verde: a potential boxing medallist at the Olympics. - Mathematical riddle
Nicolás is a maths teacher and is challenging his students with a riddle - Meditation and tai chi
My mother is happy to try a bit of tai chi and meditation. - Mus card game
Learn about the most famous Spanish card game. - My crossfit class
Marta tells us about her last crossfit class at the gym. - My favorite sport
Discover how soccer brings friends, goals and joy. - My first climbing class
My first climbing class was fun. - My slow life (A2)
Yolanda has adopted a new pace. - My spinning class
Magda tells us about her last spinning class at the gym. - My wig collection
Elsa has a different hairstyle for each day of the week. - My zumba instructor
Discover the best Zumba classes by Paula. - Olive Culture Museum
Learn about the Olive Culture Museum in south Spain. - On the hillside
Santiago loves going to the hills in summer. - Online videogames
Learn about the benefits of playing video games. - Paper fortune teller
Marta used to play with a paper fortune teller when she was a child. - Parkour in Madrid
Zacarías explains the origins of parkour. - Sierra Nevada trip
A winter day trip to Sierra Nevada is a fantastic experience. - Skydiving in Argentina
Leandro went skydiving for the first time last year in Argentina. - Spain by bike
Maria and Luis love riding their bikes around Spain. - También Foundation
Mafalda tells us about the origins of the También Foundation. - Tetris
Anabel tells us about her favourite graphic designer. - The Book Club
Miguel explains how belonging to a book club has lead him to love reading even more. - The farm school
Gloria tells us about her children's adventure at the farm school. - The psychology of fencing duels
Fencing duels: the psychology of tactical brilliance. - The superpowers test
Nacho discovered that he has superpowers while he was at the hairdresser. - The supporter
Aitana explains the origin of the Spanish word "hincha". - To do nothing
Jorge is thinking about doing a little bit of nothing everyday to improve his mind and body. - Toad in the hole game
Learn about the Peruvian toad in the hole game. - Water polo
Juan tells us about water polo, his favourite sport. - Water-skiing in Gerona
María tells us about her water-skiing experience. - What does spring smell like?
Fernando tells us what the aromas of spring are. - What games did you play as a child?
Gorka tells us about his favourite childhood game. - Who will come to the event?
Mercedes works for a charity that is organising a special event next spring. - Yulimar Rojas: a Latin American athlete
Learn about Yulimar Rojas, an excellent Latin American athlete. - Alexia Putellas: icono del fútbol español femenino
Alexia Putellas is a Spanish football icon who continues to showcase her talent and leadership on the field. - Campeones olímpicos de América Latina
Latin America has a rich history of producing outstanding Olympic athletes, and future generations are poised to continue this legacy. - A day at the zoo
Palmira is excited about her upcoming visit to Cali zoo. - A night hike
Experience the thrill of a night hike with María and Alberto. - A paradise for adventure lovers in Chile
Unleash your adventurous spirit in Chile's stunning Torres del Paine! - A video game night
Learn about the benefits of playing with video games. - Acupuncture
Learn about acupuncture in Spanish. - At summer camp
Maribel feels very excited about working as a group leader at a summer camp. - At the gym
Samuel wants to lose some weight and keep healthy. - At the local gym
Pedro tells us about his workout at the local gym. - Athflow
Fernando explains the athflow concept. - Blossoming
Jacinto always feels reborn, like the Phoenix, in the springtime. - Burn calories cleaning
Oscar is a personal trainer who explains how doing housework can be a great fitness routine. - Capoeira
Nico wants to initiate his friend in the art of capoeira. - Carolina Marín, Spanish badminton's legend
A brief introduction to Carolina Marín. - Circuit of Jarama
Learn about Rodrigo, a high-speed motorcyclist. - Citrus massage
Agustin explains how aromatherapy massage can bring cheer. - Climbing up and down stairs
Explore the benefits for your health and well-being by climbing the stairs. - Cocora valley
I really enjoyed hiking on my last visit to the Cocora Valley in Colombia. - Darien National Park
Discover Darien National Park, a beautiful nature reserve in Panama. - Diamonds
Nerea explains the birth stone for people born in April. - Diving in Coco island, Costa Rica (B1)
Noelia is getting ready to go diving for first time in the Pacific ocean. - Dog sledding
Jimena can't wait to participate in the Baqueira Beret dog sled race. - Don't spill the salt
Mariela is horrified because it's bad luck to spill salt. - Emerging talents
Discover some extraordinary young athletes who stole the limelight at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with their incredible talent. - First day at the gym
Yesterday, I had a very productive day at the gym. - From skateparks to mountains: the world of extreme sports
Embark with Rubén on an exhilarating journey from skateparks to mountains and explore the captivating world of extreme sports. - Gardening at home
Growing her own garden has turned Maria's fascination with plants and vegetables into a delicious reality. - Gastrosiexta
Alma discovers a new concept that combines three pleasures in one. - History of fencing
A look at the history of fencing through the centuries. - Hopscotch
Join the hopscotch game and showcase your skills! - How to burn calories in a healthy way
Juan Antonio tells us how to burn calories quickly. - I love speed
Lola explains why she loves to drive fast. - I love swimming!
Thomas tells us about his love for swimming and his hope to one day dive from up high! - I will soon practise with the épée
I can't wait to start fencing classes! - Ice climbing
Andrés feels very excited about going ice climbing in southern Spain. - Ice skating
Ice skating is a fun activity to say goodbye to the old year. - In a motorcycle rally
Marina tells us about her next motorcycle rally in Valladolid. - Indoor climbing with the little ones
My students are excited to try climbing at the climbing gym for the first time tomorrow! - Machu Picchu
Tania will soon be travelling to Machu Picchu with her sister. - Martín Fiz: a Spanish athlete
Learn about Martín Fiz, a famous Spanish athlete. - Me and my handbike
María tells us how "handcycling" has changed her life. - Medieval combat
Pedro is excited about the International Medieval Combat Championship that will be held in Belmonte castle. - Mindfulness at work
Rosa is happy to start a mindfulness course at work. - Moon bath
Prando is looking forward to experiencing the magic of a moon bath under the starry sky. - My dream last night
Teresa had an odd dream last night. - Mycological tourism in Soria
Rosario tells us about her plan to go to mushroom picking in Soria. - Open-air dances
Carlos tells us about open-air dances in Spain. - Park workout
Are you a fan of park workouts? - Passion or business?
Beatriz tells us about modern-day football. - Playing with the spinning top
Learn about the traditional spinning top toy. - Rafting on the Miño river
Andrea and her friends are going rafting in Galicia to celebrate Paula's hen (bachelorette) party. - Rainy days
Lucia and her family sing and dance at home on rainy days. - Ratoncito Pérez
Tamara's first tooth has fallen out and now she is waiting for El Ratoncito Pérez to come to collect her tooth in exchange for a wonderful surprise. - Reading the horoscope
Juan tells us why he reads his horoscope. - Rules for electric scooters
Some things to have in mind if you use an electric scooter. - San Silvestre Vallecana
Sol and her family participate in a run every New Year's Eve called the San Silvestre Vallecana race. - Saúl Craviotto
Nati is a fan of this Spanish olympic champion. - Singing in the shower
Paco tells us about his favourite hobby. - Skiing in Candanchu
Marta tells us about some of her skiing memories. - Spanish deck of cards
Paola loves to play cards. - Summer fragances
For Alfonso summer is all about fragrances. - The benefits of napping
Learn about the benefits of napping. - The best places to go bungee jumping in Spain
Gladis is going to take a sabbatical to search for the best bungee jumping spots in Spain. - The lottery
Practise El Concicional simple (conditional tense) with Almudena explaining what she would do if she won the lottery. - The power of thyme
Learn about the properties of thyme. - Tips to be positive
Beatriz gives us some tips to stay positive. - Too good to resist!
When window shopping turns into an irresistible, sparkling shoe adventure! - Truth or dare!
Learn about this famous game. - What do I wear to go to the gym?
Marilia encourages us to wear glamourous gym outfits when working out. - Why do we like to wear costumes?
Héctor explains why people like to wear costumes. - Why do you run?
Amelia is a professional runner. In an interview she is being asked: why do you run? - Wind sports
Have you ever wondered how many wind sports exist? - Winter camping
Get ready for an unforgettable winter camp adventure! - You have to brush your hair
Federico gives us some tips to improve the health of our hair. - A beach day
Last weekend, Emilio escaped to the coast, arriving at sunrise for a day of relaxation and adventure. - A weekend in the Pyrenees
Last weekend, Samuel and his friends ventured out of the city to seek adventure in the magnificent Pyrenees. - An afternoon around the fire
What do you think of a warm afternoon around the fire? - An experience in the Turkish bath
My holistic experience in a wonderful Turkish bath. - An inspiring extreme sports story
Unleash your adrenaline with an inspiring story of extreme sports triumph. - Athleisure on social media
Laura loves following social media athleisure accounts. - Campervan trip
Jesús and Mateo love their campervan and travelling around Spain - Can you go 24 hours without complaining?
Pedro has challenged himself to go 24 hours without complaining. Will he achieve it? - Card stacking
Challenge yourself with the fun and tricky art of card stacking! - Climbing Naranjo de Bulnes
Climbing one of the most emblematic peaks in the Picos de Europa is mesmerasing. - Dominos
Serafín loves to play dominos. - Dream trips
Have you ever experienced a dream trip? - Each to their own
Marilia tells us that there are many versions of beauty besides its classic interpretation. - Equestrian sports
Equestrian sports blend the grace of horse and rider, creating a harmonious symphony of skill, teamwork, and elegance in motion. - Fencers' skills
Fencing requires some very special skills. - Healthy mind, healthy body
Yara describes how her life has changed thanks to meditation and a positive attitude. - Hiking in Aragon
Arantxa talks about her wonderful summer adventure hiking in the Ordesa National Park. - If I had won the lottery
What would you do if you won the lottery? - In the fitting room
Regina tells us about her adventure at the fitting room. - Inclusion and accessibility in the Olympic Games
Towards an accessible and inclusive 2024 Olympics. - Is coaching a trend?
Paula has researched the history of coaching. - Jet ski with Andrea Domínguez
Learn about Andrea Domínguez, a Colombian athlete. - Let's go to the spa!
Blanca and Arturo tells us about their relaxing plan for the weekend. - Living the dream on four wheels (B2)
Clara's four-wheel journey turned her dream of adventure and freedom into a vibrant reality. - Motocross
Antonio loves doing motocross in his free time. - My favourite toy: the hula-hoop
I spent hours playing with my hula-hoop when I was little. - My first fishing trip
Antonio tells us how his first day of fishing went. - My list for 2023
Andrea tells us about her objectives for 2023. - My Sundays
Marcela loves Sundays because it's when she spends time looking after herself. - Pacifica
Lourdes makes the most of her daily commute to work by using a mindfulness app on the train. - Parks in the city
Explore the crucial role of urban parks in enhancing city life and well-being. - Preparing myself for autumn
Marta tells us about looking forward to autumn. - Remedies for aching muscles
Learn some tips to fight sore muscles. - Running for a good cause
Alejandro's girlfriend is going to participate in a race for a good cause. - Sailing the seas
Pedro tells us about his unusual plan for the future. - Snakes and Ladders
Rosalía tells us about Snakes and Ladders, a popular board game in Mexico. - Surfers refuge
Antonio tells why he moved to Somo to run his own surfers refuge. - The golden rule to save money
Paco shows us a system to save money. - The Nancy doll
Meet Nancy, the iconic Spanish doll from the sixties. - The pleasure of traveling with the excuse of climbing
Sandra loves travelling while practising climbing, her favourite sport. - The Vuelta a España (Tour of Spain)
Tomás tells us about The Vuelta a España. - Tips for climbing
Let's dive into how to make your climb not only memorable but also safe. - Tips for walking in the woods
Make the most of your adventure while respecting the beauty of the forest! - Trying acroyoga
My first attempt at acroyoga didn't go so well... - UEFA Champions League
Lucía is very excited about Champions League football games. - Wedding Planner
Mar tells her husband about the latest rather surprising wedding she organised for a client. - What would your perfect winter afternoon be like?
Asunción tells us about her ideal winter afternoon. - What's best, the countryside or the city?
Maria reflects on city life and life in the countryside. - Women and videogames
Carla tells us about women and videogames. - You can't go to just any hairdresser!
Veronica booked an appointment in the best hair salon in Mexico DF, for her best friend, Clara. - A coffee shop for cats
Discover this unusual coffee shop where cats are the stars! - A growing market
Eduardo describes some interesting facts about the rise of the athleisure market. - A TikTok dance challenge
Celia's dance got popular in TikTok. - Barbecuing in public spaces
Barbecues are fun, just follow the rules first! - Body, mind and soul
Sebastián tells us how to find harmony and be happy and healthy. - Bungee Jumping
Candela tells us about her first bungee jump. - Centennial oak trees
Shelter beneath the magnificent centennial oak trees. - Climbing the Gorbea
Learn about this hill in the north of Spain. - Combat sports: sport or violence?
Do you think that combat sports are violent? Look at what Pedro thinks about them. - History of Valencia FC
Learn about Valencia FC's history. - I'm broke
Paloma is struggling to make ends meet. - I'm going everywhere with my GPS!
Pedro tells us about the GPS he just bought. - Jerez horses
Come and see the very skillful horses of Jerez dance. - Manu's surfing escape
Fed up with the long winter, Manu decides to escape to Peru to do some surfing. - Olefitness
Araceli is amazed to learn that you can do flamenco for fitness where you can burn up to 600 calories. - Paragliding in Castejon de Sos
This summer, Javier has discovered the adrenalin rush of paragliding. - Partying
Alfredo explains why he likes partying. - Sailing in Majorca
Sara has received an exciting proposal to sail in Majorca. - The fighters
Joaquin is nervous thinking of a strategy to win the national wrestling championship. - The mental game
Discover the pivotal role of mental training in Olympic success. - The origin of mindfulness
Learn about the origin of mindfulness. - This is amazing!
Begoña feels as if she were in paradise today. - Videogames improve memory
Learn about the benefits of playing video games. - Alquilando un piso
This reading and listening exercise can help you practise pronominal verbs, verbal periphrasis and subordinate clauses. - ¿Me apunto o no me apunto?
Choose between "saber" and "conocer" from the hint to fill in the gaps.
- San Fermín
Choose the right expression to complete the text about San Fermin.
- Recomendaciones para El Camino de Santiago
Test yourself on stem-changing verbs in the subjunctive: for example coger/coja.
