About Ground Force Strength and Conditioning Training Systems
Ground Force Strength and Conditioning Training Systems is the leading Health and Human Performance company in Jacksonville, FL. Dedicated to reducing overuse injuries and increasing on-field performance for soccer players and high-level professionals, the studio offers clients a true 1:1 experience. The Ground Force team, led by Coach Walsh, is praised for their ability to help clients recover from injuries and get back into playing shape. They offer tailored workouts for beginners to professional athletes, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age or level, receives the best plan for their needs. As a college athlete attests, the Ground Force team is on par with the best, and they will continue to work out with them for years to come. Clients highlight the importance of taking care of their body, especially for college athletes with a short 3-month season. Visiting Ground Force has made a significant impact, helping them learn the importance of strengthening different muscle groups to prevent injuries. The knowledgeable staff, including James Walsh, is skilled at identifying and addressing muscle imbalances, providing proper lifting techniques and warm-up exercises to ensure clients' progress without reoccurring issues.
After our son Evan was sidelined for three months last year due to an injury, we knew we needed a smarter approach to his training. Instead of doing soccer camps this summer, we chose to focus on strength, conditioning, and performance — and Ground Force was exactly what he needed.
Coach James Walsh, Sam and team delivered thoughtful, sport-specific programs that build strength, speed, and confidence, with a strong emphasis on injury prevention. Their focus on technique and safe progressions gives us real peace of mind. Evan is stronger, more confident, and more motivated than ever. We’re really grateful — and highly recommend Ground Force to any...read full review
My son Jordan participated in the 2025 8-week Perform First Summer Performance Program at Ground Force Training, and it was a fantastic experience. James Welsh and his staff was incredibly attentive and engaged with each athlete, ensuring proper technique while also explaining the “why” behind every movement. The program focused on strength, speed, power, and movement efficiency — all essential components for athletic development — and James and team delivered on every front. His ability to coach in a way that connects with young athletes, while pushing them to improve, truly sets him apart. We saw real growth in Jordan’s performance, and...read full review
Amazing program I highly recommend and will definitely be back!! Suffered a patella dislocated a while back and this program got me back in no time and pain free, staff if also very helpful and thoughtful towards patient’s!!