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Jacksonville, North Florida

1st Place Sports Baymeadows serves the southside Jacksonville market with the same specialty running expertise the brand is known for throughout Northeast Florida. Located on Baymeadows Road, this store is convenient to the Mandarin, Southside, and Deerwood neighborhoods. Expert staff provide personalized shoe fittings using gait analysis, helping customers find the right footwear whether they're training for their first 5K or preparing for a marathon. The store stocks a full range of road and trail running shoes, technical apparel, and running accessories. As part of the 1st Place Sports family, the Baymeadows location is closely tied to the region's racing calendar, offering race registration and connections to local running clubs and training groups.

Jacksonville, North Florida

1st Place Sports San Marco is the flagship location of one of Northeast Florida's most beloved running specialty retailers. Set in the historic San Marco neighborhood, this store serves runners from across Jacksonville's urban core and has been a cornerstone of the local running scene for decades. The San Marco store offers comprehensive shoe fitting services including gait analysis, a wide selection of performance footwear, and a knowledgeable team with deep roots in the Jacksonville running community. The neighborhood's walkable streets and proximity to the St. Johns River make it a natural gathering spot for runners. As the heart of the 1st Place Sports brand, the San Marco location is heavily involved in local racing — from large events like the Gate River Run to smaller neighborhood races — and is a first stop for many Jacksonville runners seeking gear, training advice, and community connection.

Jacksonville, North Florida

1st Place Sports at Tapestry Park brings specialty running retail to the Southside corridor of Jacksonville. Situated in the Tapestry Park shopping center near Town Center, this location caters to the active suburban running community on Jacksonville's fast-growing southeast side. The store delivers the full 1st Place Sports experience: expert shoe fitting, video gait analysis, and a curated selection of performance footwear and apparel. Staff are familiar with local running routes including the St. Johns Town Center area trails and nearby parks, and can make gear recommendations suited to the terrain and climate. The Southside location participates in race registration, packet pickup, and community events as part of the broader 1st Place Sports network across Northeast Florida.