Gracie Fernandina

8.7 mi

Awesome place for kids and adults to train. All kids…read moreclasses are taught by a black belt "Brandon" and they have classes for kids and adults 6 days a week! Fun and friendly environment. Brandon is very interactive with the kids and creates a fun and structured atmosphere for learning.

From the owner: Our Mission at Amelia Island Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is to promote positivity, self confidence and self…read morebetterment through discipline and hard work. By providing our students with the top level of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction and a wonderful family environment, we strive to create an academy that is suitable for the hobbyist as well as the driven competitor.

Youth GI Class

Adult Gi Class

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Devine Jiu Jitsu

(2 reviews)

36.2 mi

I dropped in while in town interviewing for a job. They are super welcoming, great instruction,…read moreeveryone I rolled with was respectful. I'll definitely be back.

A great gym filled with some awesome people! I was traveling in the area and did a one night drop…read morein with a friend. The school was very accommodating and welcoming. I felt as if I was a long lost student come back. When I went in the school there were 4 black belts, a couple of purples and a bunch of blues plus a dozen or so white belts and it was only a Wednesday night, extremely high level of training. Scott himself ran the class on a basic move and gave 6 variations ranging in difficulty. If I lived in the area this is where I would train! I can't wait to go visit again!

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Southeast Martial Arts Center

58.9 mi

I needed to find a place to train while I was in southeast GA, and I am so glad I found SMAC. I…read more was impressed with how qualified and helpful all the instructors were. Everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming- I felt like one of the group in no time at all. There were plenty of people at all skill levels to train with, and everyone's training was really game. You're no going to find a better gym in the area.

From the owner: SMAC is the leading martial arts facility in Southeast GA. Located in Waycross, with classes also…read moreavailable at Anytime Fitness Alma, we provide expert instruction, in a professional environment, in Traditional Martial Arts (taekwondo/karate), Mixed Martial Arts (boxing/kickboxing/muay thai/Brazilian jiu jitsu/wrestling), street self defense (rape prevention/abduction prevention/hand to hand), and fitness training that surpasses the norm. Defend yourself. Improve your life. Train with us!

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Brigadeiro Jiu-Jitsu

27.7 mi

Attended my 2nd class tonight and it was a workout! Brigadeiro is an awesome teacher, the students…read moreare super helpful and patient with beginners. I look forward to attending my 3rd class later this week!

From the owner: We are a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school for all ages under the command of Master Eduardo Brigadeiro…read more(6th Degree Black Belt) with more than 30 years of experience, we offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kids, Teenager, Youth, Women Self Defense programs , Grappling, Boxing, Muay Thai, Summer Camp, After School.

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Gracie Barra

(11 reviews)

27.3 mi

the BEST MMA & BJJ gym in all of Jax. bar none…read more home of pro fighters, that have reached the highest levels of MMA (UFC & PFL) and black belts who compete & win at the highest levels (IBJJF) as well as a stellar kids program & family knit community. GB Jax is the premiere martial arts gym in Duval. 11/10 recommend!

Got a chance to train here for several months. Great jiu jitsu school with a defined curriculum…read more They also have kickboxing classes if you are interested and some wrestling which mostly caters to high school students around the area. An all around well structured set up to learn mixed martial arts but jiu jitsu is their main area of focus. The instructors there are helpful and knowledgeable and the black belt students will help you learn as well. It has a good environment of getting everyone to learn and progress in their skills. Students from this academy also compete at MMA competitions and jiu jitsu tournaments as well. They also do separate classes for white/blue belts versus the other higher ups so students that are just beginning can learn the basics without getting overwhelmed. In addition, there are separate classes for kids and adults. Recommend this academy for people who want to get started in their jiu jitsu journey.

In the unfortunate event that you do have to use Self-Defense, you'll be much better off if you are well prepared

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Swamp Academy

(7 reviews)

83.2 mi

I trained here as a drop in from out of town. The instructor Ken was super chill, very helpful,…read moreand made me feel welcome. I got a few good rolls in with people of different ranks and had an overall good experience with my limited time training here.

I had the itch to learn Jiu-Jitsu during my time in college and I made an incredible decision by…read morechoosing Swamp Academy. I knew immediately over the phone that this was the place I belonged to. From day 1 I felt like family. Coach Ken created an extraordinary culture within the gym that allows the best outcome for all students. I competed in NAGA for the first time and represented Swamp Academy. I won first place and the team as a whole won first place as well. There is just something special about this place. I've trained at different gyms during my travels and nothing comes even close to Swamp Academy. The people, the gym, the knowledge. No place comes even close. If you have any doubt, erase it. Don't look any further, this is the place.

Master Pablo Popovitch World Champion!

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Brazilian Top Team

(2 reviews)

25.6 mi

The instructors here are top notch(Marcelo+George)! Both very accomplished. The group is very mixed…read morewith all level belts. I can't say enough about the good vibes and atmosphere of the group. Three months in and I feel at home! I can't say enough great things about BTT!!!

Friendly atmosphere, great for families. Proven world class instructor and competitive champion…read morewith numerous awards through competition. In addition to the adult program, they have an excellent kids program as well. One of the top Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools in Jacksonville! The kids program and adult program are consistently winning gold medals at the local, national, and state levels. They have added a mixed martial arts class and now offer group and private lessons. Great school!

Brazilian Top Team Jacksonville

World Class instructors and competitors

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu kids program

Jacksonville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

4.7

(3 reviews)

24.1 mi

Great environment. Small class size & calm instructor. Just what we were looking for :)read more

This place is kicken! Pun intended! It takes up two store fronts and has the film tinted…read morewindows, so you can't see in very easily. But when you open the door and step in you are thankful. It is nice and cool inside with enough sunlight coming in to make it cheerful. It has a gym quality to it with the mats covering the floors and equipment lining the walls. But what I noticed was that it was a quiet place. Maybe peaceful is the word. They offer BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), F.I.G.H.T Self Defense training, and Muay Thai and a Kid Jitsu program. The kid programs states that it will promote physical fitness, balance and coordination, mental focus, discipline and self confidence. Hell, most adults I know would benefit from this! This is definitely a place I would be comfortable in and comfortable sending my kids.

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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Jacksonville

(5 reviews)

25.0 mi

Great atmosphere. I went in while traveling and was met with some kind humans and a great class. I…read morewill continue to visit when in Florida.

Excellent kids coaches that take time to work with the children both individually and as a group…read more Safe, clean and effective training.

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The Forge

79.1 mi

The best martial art gym in Gainesville. Everyone is friendly and getting good at jiujitsu very…read morefast. The mat is always very clean. The coaches are very nice and extremely helpful of getting everyone better. The price is very affordable. They even have AC in the gym for summer I mean what else can you ask for?

From the owner: Carson Gracie Brazilian Jiu jitsu. Specializing in both Jiu Jitsu and Combatives. Five blackbelt…read moreinstructors.

Summer Waves Water Park

3.5

(51 reviews)

29.9 mi

Staff is great! The place is very busy on summer weekends but fun. It's nice that they have food…read moreand it's not too expensive to get in

Water parks near me in the Philly area are usually huge, with major traffic, and thereby annoying…read moreand gross! I was so relieved to find Summer Waves offers a smaller, cleaner, more-personal, less-dangerous water park experience. We found it to be exactly that. Though Jekyll is close to a tropical climate, the water park is only open in warmer months (May-Sept). Inclement weather is an issue in their part of the country at that time of year. At least a month of the time Summer Waves is open is hurricane season. There are clear rain policy rules, which kinda stink but are for everyone's safety. One day we called to verify they were open only to show up TEN MINUTES LATER and be turned away at the gate due to thunderstorms. Luckily we were staying 5min away but can you imagine driving farther? And paying $10 island toll for that? The next day weather was great and my husband and son had a ball. They'd planned to stay 2 hours but lasted 6! My 7yo was a little intimidated by the enclosed taller slides but he got over it after trying them and they covered every attraction in the park except the baby/toddler stuff. They did the lazy river over and over! I saw pictures/reviews of the traffic and chaos in July, wow! Go in late August (when local kids are back to school and the park is only open weekends) and it's perfect! They waited 5min at most, and that happened once. It was just step up and go! It's not huge but it's up-to-date, clean, uncrowded at the right times, and very reasonably priced under $30pp. No bugs (Jekyll has a huge dragonfly population to rid pesty bugs), good breeze on most days. Make sure to reapply sunscreen. My son got burnt for the first time in his life despite full application of spf 25 (which kept him white as a sheet for weeks prior on Jekyll's beaches), but the park uses salt water and is very exposed to the sun so take heed. All in all a great experience!

Summer Waves Water Park, Jekyll Island

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Summer Waves Water Park, Jekyll Island

St Marys Aquatic Center

3.6

(20 reviews)

7.8 mi

Wow; this is a great little water park for kids and families!…read more Our church school academy here in Jacksonville booked the entire water park for our K-6 graders plus their families 9am until 12:30pm. I drove the big bus for the school for this event today. I didn't take any photos of the park due to the kids; wouldn't be appropriate! If you want to see photos how things are setup look on their website. * Love how the kids water area is setup! They have a lot of large umbrellas set up all around to sit under. They also have a lazy river and large pool. Every one had a great time today! This is definitely a great place for families for the day. Thank you St Marys Aquatic Center for all you do for the community!

Fun place to spend the day. Seasonal hours. Check website for up to date info or call. Be prepared…read morethey don't allow outside food to come in even if you food allergies. Which means you have to leave your allergen friendly food in your car while you swim and then leave to eat in your car and come back... while in the heat of Georgia. Little inconsiderate , and little scammy... they're trying to increase sales which sucks when there's not medical exceptions made. That said, the slide is nice (don't wear shorts or swim wear with grommets on it or they'll offer to cut holes in your pants to remove it or not allow you to get on the slide). The lazy river is short but nice. The season pass options seemed decent. Food inside is rather overpriced and food allergies can't be accommodated. That said, plenty of chair to choose from, if you're willing to cross the lazy river by foot you can set up your things in the middle of the lazy river and enjoy a bit quieter of an area. Nice splash area for kids with a dunking water bucket. Would go again

Main playground/splash pad! Its very clean, affordable, and awesome.

Water slide

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Kiddie pool

Church of the Good Shepherd Swimming Pool

(5 reviews)

22.7 mi

Excellent accommodations and service. Available throughout the day and early evening…read more Helpful/wise staff

So happy I signed up recently to swim here! I have an outside pool at home but the water got too…read morecold to use. They have this pool moderately warm 82 degrees or so so I'm able to swim my laps. There is sometimes swim team or lessons going on but they do not use all the lanes so I've been able to swim every time I've gone in my own lane.

My first time there

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Duck Pinz

4.6

(33 reviews)

8.6 mi

A HUGE thank you to Duck Pinz. We rented the upstairs and a bowling lane for my husband's 50th…read morebirthday, and ordered food from the Irish pub and Timoti's. All the guests commented on how awesome the venue was. Everything went so smoothly - from the food, to the bowling, to getting drinks, and clean up. Five stars! I would definitely rent with you again! Thank you for helping make my husband's 50th memorable.

We walked up to the bar downstairs. There overall wasn't a lot of people. The bar seats were full,…read morebut it's not like there was a lot of people that needed drinks. We asked for red sangria, and the bar tender told us to try the bar upstairs because she would have to make it and "it would be a little bit" before she could make the drinks. We tried upstairs and they didn't have it either. We came back down and told her they didn't have it either, she told us she would make it for us. She made her version of sangria. Which wasn't too bad. But we seemed to be an inconvenience overall. I don't really have a desire to return to this bar.

Bar area

Balls to roll

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The Strike Zone

3.7

(33 reviews)

42.7 mi

Had a kid's birthday here. The assistant manager set it up (manager was on leave). Asked for a…read moretheme...of course, it was Taylor Swift. They said OK, set 4 pizza toppings and two drink pitchers, and the date was set. We showed up day of and we had really NOTHING to do. The lanes were reserved, we set kids (up to 10 for basic cost) up on lanes. Bowled for a bit with drinks set out and our party advisor asking what we needed. Really, our assigned party person was great! Then there was pizza from their kitchen and cake! We chose the cupcake cake which tasting it was from Holloway. Great experience and planning for next kid's birthday!

We arrived and there were only a few people playing in a tournament toward the end. At our end,…read morethere was no one. They soon left and we had the place all to ourselves. They played nice music. It was pretty and bright inside. The bathrooms were clean. They had updated screens that was very fun to keep score. They offered drinks at their little bar. They had food but I did not like the taste of it. It tasted like gas fumes to me... but besides the food, everything else was absolutely perfect! The young lady pictured below, she was so friendly and professional. She made us feel at home there and because of that, it set the tone for our afternoon. We had a blast, so I will be back!!!! https://youtu.be/_kBLY7UQxXo

Cupcake cake with TS

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Fernandina Beach

4.2

(25 reviews)

8.6 mi

This is one of the best beaches for watching sunrises. I have come to this beach twice now, and I'm…read morein awe of the breathtaking views of the sunrise. It is known locally as the shark tooth beach because locals find quite a few here. My family and I found just 1 after a weekend of looking, but got a lot of shells I will be using for art. Memorial benches are set for visitors to sit and watch the sea as well as sunrises.

Beautiful area on Amelia Island. Very old and historic area. Some amazing architecture that has…read morebeen preserved for us to see what that if was like in this area over 100+ years ago. .

Sunrise

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St. Marys Waterfront Park

4.6

(17 reviews)

6.7 mi

I recall the first time that I visited this park was in 2019, as I was visiting the St. Mary's…read moresubmarine museum close by. This was an awesome first visit and there's a lot to see within this park. It a great way to spend some quality time relaxing and enjoying nature and the outdoors. I have been visiting this park every year since my first visit there.

St. Marys Waterfront Park is an amazing small park located at the water's edge and the downtown St…read more Marys, Georgia area. It also seemed to be a very popular place. I was here on a Thursday late morning and it was quite busy. Let me add, I can understand why it is so popular. If I lived here, I would be here on a regular basis. I will give here five stars overall. If you find yourself in St. Marys, Georgia, I would recommend a visit here.