Jacksonville/ Health & Lifestyle
Published on May 15, 2019
Jacksonville to host a variety of sports and fitness events this weekPhoto: Anupam Mahapatra/Unsplash

Looking to get fit?

From a yoga session at a big cat sanctuary to a three-mile obstacle course, there's plenty to do when it comes to sports and fitness activities coming up in Jacksonville this week. Read on for a rundown.

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Girls in GIS Florida Special Event

From the event description:

Girls in GIS is a community of women and girls in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that come together through donation-based training events which are hosted, instructed and attended only by females. It's our time to come together and take over the mats. Women and girls of all ages and skill levels are welcome to attend from any academy affiliation. 

When: Saturday, May 18, 2-5 p.m.
Where: Jacksonville Gracie Jiu Jitsu, 9825 San Jose Blvd., Suite 15
Price: $20 (Girls in GIS Florida Special Event Registration with Suggested Donation); $40 (Girls in GIS Florida Special Event Registration with $10 Donation and T-Shirt Purchase)
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Swamp Battle Obstacle Course Race

From the event description:

Are you ready to battle the swamp? Join us at Hillcrest Baptist Church and test your abilities. There are two exciting ways to run the three-mile, 30-obstacle race — test your skills and run the course solo, or amp up the fun and bring your team to the challenge. Both competitive and fun waves are available throughout the day. 

When: Saturday, May 18, 8 a.m.
Where: Hillcrest Baptist Church, 7673 Collins Road
Price: $75-$100
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Yoga with the Tigers at Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary

From the event description:

Black Cat Yoga Studio will be guiding a 60-minute accessible yoga experience on location at Catty Shack Ranch in a large open field located near the majestic large cats who call this sanctuary home. Immediately following the yoga, we will be given a private guided tour by the volunteers of the facility where you will be given an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the animals and their organization. 

When: Saturday, May 18, 1 p.m.
Where: Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary, 1860 Starratt Road
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