Pathfinder Clubs in Paraná — 524 clubs

Clubs

524

Pathfinders

15.573

Avg/club

Average age

16 years

New · 5 yrs

107

Elite 10⭐

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Largest club

Cidade Canção

140pathfinders

Oldest

Vale do Ivaí

67years · since 1959

When the clubs were founded

500 clubs with a recorded date · grouped by decade

1960s
9
1970s
4
1980s
38
1990s
58
2000s
52
2010s
220
2020s
119

Distribution by size

500 clubs · classified by member count

Smallup to 25
50%
252
Medium26-60
43%
213
Large60+
7%
34
No data
0%
1

Cities with the most clubs

Top 10 by number of clubs

Conferences with the most clubs

Top 4 conferences by number of clubs

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About Pathfinder Clubs in in Paraná

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 Paraná 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 Paraná?▼

524 active clubs in Paraná, totaling approximately 15.573 pathfinders and directors registered.

What is the largest Pathfinder club in Paraná?▼

The largest club in Paraná is Cidade Canção, with 140 members (Maringá).

What is the oldest Pathfinder club in Paraná?▼

The oldest club in Paraná is Vale do Ivaí, founded in 1959 · Paranavaí.

How many 5-star clubs are there in Paraná?▼

There are 2 awarded clubs with the 5-Star Club title in Paraná. The standout is Águias do Senhor, 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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