Microsoft Word ielts speaking Actual Tests (Sep Dec 2019) and Suggested Answers Version

4/ Describe a water sport you would like to try in the future.

You should say: what sport it is
When and where would you do it
What preparations and equipment you would need and explain why you would like to try this sport
I'm going to tell you about my interest in paddle boarding. As I grew up about 3 hours from the coast, I frequently went to the beach but I didn't usually do anything other than just relax on the beach. However, I've always seen people do paddle boarding on the intercoastal waterways and ocean itself, and have wondered what it's like.
I would like to try it in Miami, Florida, about 3 hours from my house. There are lots of opportunities to do paddle boarding and almost any other water sport activity there. For example, there's sailing, kayaking, canoeing jet skiing, parasailing, etc. For this activity in particular, I would just need to rent the paddle board and the paddle, as I don't own either of them- there are countless places that offer this. I'm sure the company would provide instructions and make you sign a waiver acknowledging the possible risks. I don't think there is any preparation other than having decent upper body strength, generally being in shape, and listening to the paddling instructions.
I'm particularly interested in this sport because it is a good way to exercise while enjoying a nice view. While I've tried kayaking, I've always wondered if paddle boarding is a whole new challenge, since it involves you to be standing while you do it. All in all, I think it would be a good way to stay in shape and explore the seas.