for individuals looking for fields to stop by and play a game of basketball, tennis, football or volleyball there are many options within the city limits - the most popular and spacious places to practice these sports are parque do flamengo and parque dos patins on the lagoa.

since rio de janeiro is such an active city the courts in both of these locations are susceptable to fill up any time of day - individuals are welcome to play on any empty courts in the city, but for the sake of organization, individuals who book the court in advance get priority. bookings can be made in person or by phone throught the applicable prefeitura - more information on where to book a court is availabla under the respective zone of the city below.

furthermore, ativorio is an organization focused on the social sporting network in rio de janeiro - with the intention of connecting visitors and locals alike, ativorio does all the work for its participants and encourages its members to 'just show up and play'  - individuals can sign up online and are guaranteed spots for playing.