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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 Beach, North Florida

1st Place Sports at Jacksonville Beach puts specialty running retail steps from the Atlantic Ocean. As one of North Florida's most respected running specialty brands, 1st Place Sports has built a loyal following among competitive and recreational runners alike across the Jacksonville metro. The beach location is a natural hub for the coastal running community, offering expert shoe fitting, gait analysis, and a full lineup of performance footwear and apparel. Staff members are experienced runners who can speak to local courses, training conditions along the beach, and gear suited to Florida's coastal climate. In addition to retail, 1st Place Sports is deeply embedded in the Jacksonville racing scene — the company organizes and times some of the region's most popular road races, giving this store location a unique connection to the broader running community.

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.