Pathfinder Clubs in Rio de Janeiro — 409 clubs

Clubs

409

Pathfinders

10.186

Avg/club

Average age

19 years

New · 5 yrs

Elite 10⭐

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Largest club

Central

156pathfinders

Oldest

Méier Pioneiro do Rio

67years · since 1959

When the clubs were founded

409 clubs with a recorded date · grouped by decade

1950s
1
1960s
13
1970s
13
1980s
43
1990s
56
2000s
52
2010s
148
2020s
83

Distribution by size

409 clubs · classified by member count

Smallup to 25
65%
264
Medium26-60
32%
131
Large60+
3%
14

Cities with the most clubs

Top 10 by number of clubs

Conferences with the most clubs

Top 3 conferences by number of clubs

Largest clubs

Oldest

Newest

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About Pathfinder Clubs in in Rio de Janeiro

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 Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro?▼

409 active clubs in Rio de Janeiro, totaling approximately 10.186 pathfinders and directors registered.

What is the largest Pathfinder club in Rio de Janeiro?▼

The largest club in Rio de Janeiro is Central, with 156 members (Rio de Janeiro).

What is the oldest Pathfinder club in Rio de Janeiro?▼

The oldest club in Rio de Janeiro is Méier Pioneiro do Rio, founded in 1959 · Rio de Janeiro.

How many 5-star clubs are there in Rio de Janeiro?▼

There are 3 awarded clubs with the 5-Star Club title in Rio de Janeiro. The standout is Álamo, 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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