About Local Roots Fitness in Fernandina Beach, FL
We Built our Gym
Around You
Local Roots Fitness is our dream, built with you in mind. Our coaches are highly skilled professionals with top-tier communication skills and elite programming. Each coach brings a unique energy and skillset, but they all create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experienced athletes alike.
This is Our Team
We are a group of committed full-time professional coaches, here to help you take your fitness and health to the next level. Through intelligent programming, encouraging instruction, and real-talk accountability, our coaches guide you from where you are to where you want to go.
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Founder’s Story
John’s journey with CrossFit began at the age of 13 in Kentucky, supported by his parents who ensured he always had a gym membership. At 17, he moved to Amelia Island and joined Sandbox Athletics, where Doug Lane helped refine his lifting skills. By 18, he was coaching at North Jax, trusted by Rowdy and Erika Felder to lead workouts. During his college years at UNF, he continued to improve alongside peers like David Ha, focusing on both lifting and technique. At Faith RXd, Tyler Biedleman became a significant role model, demonstrating excellence both in fitness and character. Training with Coach El at Brute Strength and attending athlete camps provided valuable insights into elite training methods. Five years ago, he joined Local Roots Fitness, where Luke and Erin Carter’s support and belief in him made a lasting impact. Three years ago, he met his now-fiancée at Local Roots Fitness. Her support has been instrumental as he embarked on the journey of owning Local Roots Fitness, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter both personally and professionally.
Our Coaches
Ansley Conner
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Leanne Ramsey
Sorcha McCarthy
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Kristi Garber
Jill Tipton
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Kathy Bunch
Clean and Well-Maintained
Equipment is the Standard
At Local Roots Fitness, we’ve carefully selected top-tier equipment to support every level of training, from strength and conditioning to mobility and recovery. Whether you’re here to lift heavy, build endurance, or improve flexibility, our gym is fully stocked with the best gear in the industry to help you train with.
Spacious Training Zones – We have separate areas for personal training, group fitness, and mobility, so you always have room to train without waiting or crowding.
Mobility & Recovery Tools – You’ll find foam rollers, resistance bands, massage tools, and stretch stations to help you recover faster and stay injury-free.
Functional & Cardio Equipment – From turf space to sleds, and plyo boxes, you’ll have everything you need to challenge yourself and keep training interesting.
A Facility Designed for
Performance & Community.
Local Roots Fitness features a spacious, open-layout facility built to elevate your training. With a dedicated personal training area and a turf section for sled pushes and agility work, our space gives you plenty of room to move, train safely, and build confidence at any level.
Member Perks – You’ll have access to free Wi-Fi, lounge space, and a welcoming community that keeps the energy high.
That’s Us.
Let’s Learn About You!
We’ve had a blast telling you a bit about ourselves. But this isn’t about us, it’s about you. Your journey, your goals, your results. So let’s get to know each other, set some life-changing but attainable goals, and welcome you to our supportive community.
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