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Sports in Rio; Where and How?

To say that sports in Rio is popular is an understatement; Football, beach volley, running, surfing, climbing and lots more is practiced all over. On the beach, in the gyms, in the mountains; It´s everywhere. But how can you practice these sports? On this page is some general info, clicking on the links takes you to the specific information about that particular sport or activity.

Why the Interest?
Why are so many into sports here? Well to begin with there are almost perfect conditions. Good weather, ocean, wind, mountains; All this makes for perfect circumstances. The very strong beach culture where your body is really exposed is for sure a big inspiration to put in a few more sit-ups. The Carioca is also very playful by nature, chasing a ball down the beach or catching a perfect wave is what many live for.

Surfers on Ipanema Beach
Surfers in Arpoador, photo by Andreas Lönngren

Where?
If you want to join the fun it is no problem. Some useful info about your fancy you´ll find by clicking these links:

- Football in Rio, Also; Futsal & Beach Football
- Beach Volley & Foot Volley in Rio
- Scuba Diving in Rio
- Gyms in Rio
- Dancing in Rio
- Tennis in Rio
- Swimming in Rio
- Hang Gliding in Rio
- Boxing and Jiu-jitsu in Rio
- Yoga in Rio
- Skateboard in Rio
- Golf in Rio, Also Running, Minigolf. Table Tennis and Rowing





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