Please note! This task is not part of the original format of the centralised examination. However, it has been designed to help you prepare more effectively for the reading section of the examination.
The second part of the Reading Task 1
Four people have shared their first-time AntiGravity class experiences. Read their comments (A–D) and answer the questions. For each question (1–3), choose one of the texts (A–D).
Each text may be used more than once.
Each text may be used more than once.
A
I went into my first AntiGravity class pretty open-minded. I’ve done other types of fitness training, so I figured it’d be a different kind of challenge. Unfortunately, the whole session felt superficial. The instructor led us through a sequence with no real explanation. She spoke in generalities that didn’t help me understand what I was doing wrong. When I asked for clarification, she smiled but didn’t answer, which felt dismissive. It seemed like she was more focused on creating a serene mood than actually helping people learn. I left feeling a little frustrated – not because the exercises were hard, but because the guidance wasn’t there. Maybe some people like that kind of experience, but it didn’t work for me. I’m not saying all AntiGravity classes are like that, but I’m in no hurry to try another one.
Liam
Liam
B
I’d spent some time diving into fitness forums and tutorial videos before I attended the class. I remember watching a few clips of people floating serenely in hammocks and thinking, “It looks beautiful, but how challenging could it really be? I’d probably get a better workout from a spin class or lifting weights.” Despite my uncertainty, I decided to give it a try. The instructor was nice and the environment was fine, but honestly, it felt a bit basic. I kept waiting for the advanced part to kick in, but it seemed geared toward absolute newcomers. I didn’t dislike the class, but I didn’t walk away convinced that AntiGravity provides more than what I could get from training on my own.
Sophia
Sophia
C
I’d heard a few things about AntiGravity classes, so when a local studio offered a free trial, I signed up. I went in expecting slow stretching exercises and calming music. Instead, I found myself wobbling through balance movements – an unexpected challenge I really enjoyed. The instructor didn’t call people out, but somehow, she gently adjusted my position without making me feel awkward. Her comment about how balance improves over time stayed with me. This new experience opened a door to something I didn’t know I needed. Only three weeks after that first class, I signed up for a weekend fitness retreat focused on deeper movement exploration. I can now genuinely call myself an AntiGravity enthusiast; it revealed a new dimension of my own strength. I still remember the instructor’s advice that discomfort isn’t a stop sign, it’s part of the path – it didn’t mean much then, but it’s something I’ve thought about more than once since.
Maria
Maria
D
I wasn’t completely sold on this type of fitness, but a friend kept encouraging me to give it a try, so I finally agreed – mostly out of curiosity. The instructor greeted everyone warmly, which helped ease my initial discomfort. The first few positions felt manageable, though I noticed how stiff I was. As we moved on to more complex movements, the instructor offered comments that felt oddly relevant to what I was struggling with – like my breathing rhythm or how I shifted weight too quickly. I had a suspicion that she said similar things to everyone, but it felt like she really understood what I needed. By the end, I was surprised at how energized I felt. She explained how certain movements promote circulation and flexibility. While I’m still not convinced AntiGravity classes will transform my health, it made me reflect on how little attention I usually pay to my body. I won’t be rushing back, but I see how it could fit into my routine.
Oliver
Oliver
1. Who appreciated receiving individual assistance without being made the centre of attention? —
2. Who considered the instructor and surroundings satisfactory despite finding the activities insufficiently demanding? —
3. Who considered other forms of exercise potentially more effective before experiencing the class? —
Atsauce:
https://www.viaa.gov.lv. Centralizētais eksāmens angļu valodā (optimālais mācību satura apguves līmenis), 2026
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