the club also offers classes in stretching, swimming, aerobics, tennis, soccer and (of course) sailing.

also on one end of charitas beach, near one edge of são francisco beach, praça do rádio amador is a small square right on the water with some benches facing downtown rio and the pão de açúcar.

praça do radio amador this is a most romantic spot with gorgeous views, loved by the locals, couples, and by many recreational fishermen.  

very importantly, on this beach is located the estação hidroviária de charitas, arrival point of the catamarans going back and forth every 30 minutes between rio de janeiro and niterói.