Pathfinder Clubs in São Paulo — 1.278 clubs

Clubs

1.278

Pathfinders

42.465

Avg/club

Average age

19 years

New · 5 yrs

Elite 10⭐

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Largest club

Pioneiros da Colina

458pathfinders

Oldest

Pioneiros

67years · since 1959

When the clubs were founded

500 clubs with a recorded date · grouped by decade

1960s
12
1970s
23
1980s
57
1990s
69
2000s
85
2010s
158
2020s
96

Distribution by size

500 clubs · classified by member count

Smallup to 25
43%
214
Medium26-60
48%
239
Large60+
9%
47

Cities with the most clubs

Top 10 by number of clubs

Conferences with the most clubs

Top 8 conferences by number of clubs

Largest clubs

Oldest

Newest

5-star awarded

All clubs (500)

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About Pathfinder Clubs in in São Paulo

Worldwide movement · Seventh-day Adventist Church

Pathfinder Clubs are a worldwide youth organization of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, focused on boys and girls aged 10 to 15 years. The movement started in the United States in 1950 and today gathers approximately 2 million pathfinders in more than 150 countries, with Brazil being the largest worldwide hub.

How clubs work

Each club meets weekly, usually on Saturdays or Sundays, and offers activities such as camping, marches, drill, honors, first aid, regular classes (Friend, Companion, Explorer, Pioneer, Excursionist) and advanced classes. The motto is "The message of Christ in my generation" and the aim is "The love of Christ motivates me".

Organizational structure

Clubs are divided into units of 6 to 8 pathfinders, led by a counselor. Each club has a director, associate directors, and instructors. Clubs belong to a regional conference or mission, grouped into a union, and the worldwide system is coordinated by the Division. In South America, the main division is the SAD (South American Division).

"5-Star Club" Program

The 5-Star Club is the highest annual recognition given to clubs that achieve excellence in 5 areas: organization, activities, spirituality, community, and mission. Clubs that receive the title for 10 consecutive years join an elite group of "10× awarded" clubs, the cream of the movement.

How to find a club near you

Use the interactive club map to find the closest club to your home, or browse the pages of each city in São Paulo above on this page. Each club has a dedicated page with address, meeting time, founding date, member count, and current leadership.

Frequently asked questions

How many Pathfinder clubs exist in São Paulo?▼

1.278 active clubs in São Paulo, totaling approximately 42.465 pathfinders and directors registered.

What is the largest Pathfinder club in São Paulo?▼

The largest club in São Paulo is Pioneiros da Colina, with 458 members (São Paulo).

What is the oldest Pathfinder club in São Paulo?▼

The oldest club in São Paulo is Pioneiros, founded in 1959 · São Paulo.

How many 5-star clubs are there in São Paulo?▼

There are 10 awarded clubs with the 5-Star Club title in São Paulo. The standout is Adventure, with 10× awards.

What are Pathfinders?▼

Pathfinders is a youth club for boys and girls aged 10 to 15 from the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The worldwide movement has existed since 1950 and combines outdoor activities, honors (skills), community service, and Christian principles.

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