there is also a wide assortment of water-based sports which cariocas and visitors flock to rio's shores for - Swimmers congregate in groups for mass swims and competitions, while most surfers and body-boarders take to the waves of barra da tijuca, and further afield in Recreio. 

Stand-up paddle is the 'in vogue' water recreation in rio at the moment -a sport which involves standing on a board whilst using a paddle to glide through the water, the activity offers tranquil exercise accompanied by unique views of the beautiful natural landscape.

there is no shortage of sporting recreations on the city's beaches which generate adrenalin and bring the friendly, social and endlessly energetic carioca people together.