Title: Introduction to Ironman Races

Level: Pre-A1 and A1

Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to understand and discuss basic information about Ironman Races.

Warm-up: 1. Show pictures of athletes participating in different sports events (e.g., running, swimming, cycling). 2. Ask students if they know any of these sports and if they have ever participated in any sports events.

Vocabulary: 1. Ironman Race: A long-distance triathlon race consisting of a 2.4-mile (3.86 km) swim, a 112-mile (180.25 km) bike ride, and a marathon 26.2-mile (42.20 km) run. 2. Triathlon: A race that combines swimming, cycling, and running. 3. Athlete: A person who participates in sports. 4. Endurance: The ability to continue doing something difficult or painful for a long time. 5. Finish line: The line marking the end of a race.

Presentation: 1. Introduce the concept of Ironman Races by explaining that it is a very challenging sports event that requires participants to swim, cycle, and run long distances. 2. Show pictures or videos of Ironman Races, highlighting the different stages (swimming, cycling, running) and the finish line. 3. Use simple sentences to describe the pictures/videos, such as “The athletes swim in the water,” “They ride bicycles,” “They run a long distance,” and “They cross the finish line.”

Listening Activity: 1. Play a short audio clip or read a simple text about Ironman Races. 2. Ask students to listen carefully and answer basic comprehension questions, such as “What is an Ironman Race?” or “What do athletes do in an Ironman Race?”

Reading Activity: 1. Provide students with a short text about Ironman Races at their reading level. 2. Ask students to read the text individually or in pairs. 3. Discuss the text as a class, asking questions like “What are the three stages of an Ironman Race?” or “Why do you think people participate in Ironman Races?”

Speaking Activity: 1. Divide students into pairs or small groups. 2. Ask them to discuss the following questions: - Have you ever participated in a sports event? If yes, which one? - Would you like to participate in an Ironman Race? Why or why not? - What do you think it takes to be an Ironman athlete? - Do you know any famous Ironman athletes?

Wrap-up: 1. Recap the main points discussed during the lesson, such as the definition of Ironman Races, the three stages, and the importance of endurance. 2. Encourage students to share their thoughts and feelings about Ironman Races. 3. Assign a short writing task where students can describe their dream sports event or their favorite athlete.

Extension Activity: For students who are more advanced, you can provide additional resources such as videos or articles about specific Ironman Races or famous Ironman athletes. They can then present their findings to the class or write a short report.