MWR Mayport Fitness

Overview

The Navy MWR Mayport Fitness Center is a state-of-the-art fitness facility recognized as the best in the Navy. While primarily a comprehensive gym and aquatics center, it prominently features a sauna and steam room as key recovery amenities within its spa-like offerings. Designed to serve the military community—including active duty personnel, DoD employees, retirees, and dependents—it supports fitness for regulatory compliance, health maintenance, and all fitness levels.

The overall atmosphere is professional, supportive, and community-oriented, blending high-end equipment, specialized training areas, and relaxation spaces like the sauna and steam room. Users enjoy a convenient, fee-free experience (for eligible patrons) in a welcoming environment that promotes wellness, recovery, and recreation. Trainers provide personalized guidance, and the facility fosters a sense of camaraderie among service members and families.

Features & Amenities

The Fitness Center boasts an extensive array of modern amenities tailored for comprehensive workouts and recovery:

• Sauna and steam room for post-workout relaxation and detoxification
• Free weight area with a wide selection of equipment
• Strength training circuit area for efficient full-body workouts
• Selectorized equipment area for targeted muscle training
• Group exercise rooms for classes and functional fitness
• Spin room for cycling sessions
• Racquetball courts for cardio and agility
• Gymnasium for basketball, volleyball, and more
• Natatorium with two 50-meter Olympic-sized pools for year-round aquatics
• Lighted turf fields for outdoor High-Intensity Training (H.I.T.)
• Indoor and outdoor H.I.T. areas for endurance and strength
• Family fitness room for inclusive workouts
• Lockers and showers for convenience
• Massage/facial therapy services for additional recovery

These features create a one-stop wellness hub, emphasizing both intense training and restorative elements like the sauna.

Services

A diverse range of services caters to every fitness need:

• Personalized fitness programs and body assessments by on-site trainers
• Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling Series (NOFFS)—exclusive specialized training for Sailors
• Group fitness classes, including spin, functional fitness, and High-Intensity Training
• Competitive adult sports programs
• Year-round aquatics program with swim lessons, lap swimming, and events
• Massage and facial therapy for therapeutic recovery
• Family fitness options to accommodate all ages
• Events and tournaments, such as fitness class schedules, MLK Varsity Basketball Tournament, and more
• Text updates: Text MWRFITNESS to 904-293-1321 for real-time notifications

Services target all fitness levels, from beginners to elite athletes, with a focus on Navy-specific requirements.

Pricing

• No membership fees for eligible military community members (active duty, DoD employees, retirees, dependents)—a major advantage over commercial gyms
• Guests welcome with a sponsor for a flat $5 fee (card payment only)

This cost-effective model makes premium facilities accessible without ongoing costs.

Location & Hours

• Location: Navy MWR Mayport Fitness Center, Naval Station Mayport, Jacksonville, Florida (part of Fleet & Family Readiness Programs)
• Operating hours: Not explicitly listed on the page; check the Facility Directory or contact for current schedule. Events like fitness classes and tournaments indicate extended availability.

Notes

• What makes this special: As the top-rated Navy fitness facility, it uniquely offers NOFFS training—unavailable elsewhere—alongside elite amenities like Olympic pools and recovery saunas in a zero-fee (for patrons) setup. Its military-exclusive focus, comprehensive programming, and integration of spa recovery (sauna, steam, massage) set it apart from civilian gyms. Guests add value for visitors, and mobile updates ensure seamless engagement. Ideal for service members balancing duty, fitness regs, and family wellness.