Teaching Through Athletics

Jacksonville Athletic Academy's mission is to provide an affordable college experience for at-risk youth, whose opportunities have been limited by COVID through scholarship and athletics. Our students are under-served, low-income student-athletes who face significant challenges to their academic achievement, social well-being, and athletic opportunities.We believe that providing an opportunity for student-athletes to receive a college education and pursue their athletic dreams will help them become leaders in their communities by building their confidence, character, and ability to succeed.

Fleming Island, Florida

Fleming Island is a suburb of Jacksonville with a population of 30,582. Fleming Island is in Clay County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Fleming Island offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Fleming Island there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Residents of Fleming Island tend to be conservative. The public schools in Fleming Island are highly rated.

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Transforming Lives Changing Communities

We believe in the power of sports to transform lives and change communities—and we're committed to helping student-athletes reach their full potential. Our goal is to help student-athletes pursue their athletic dreams while also getting a college education.

Why JAA?

Coaches have recommended that aspiring student-athletes explore other options for college — like focusing on academics or considering junior college programs so that they can play at the next level to transfer after 1 to 2 years.

Out of 1,462 junior colleges in the United States, there are only about 127 that have football programs. Out of the 127 football programs, only one is in Florida. A junior college can serve as either a stepping stone or a second chance for many college football athletes.

They give an opportunity for athletes that did not sign with a major university a chance to further hone their skills or a second chance at school and football for the athletes that are transferring from a major university program for whatever reason.

Junior colleges are a great way for young people to get their feet wet in college life and prepare themselves for the next level. For many athletes, however, it's not always that simple.For many athletes, attending a junior college out of state only adds to the struggle.

Most families in similar situations are not financially stable enough to help support states away, and most junior colleges do not have dorms for their students.

Finding a place to live, along with other life essentials will be extremely tough for a college athlete to maintain. Having junior college programs closer to home can be far more affordable for athletes in the surrounding area and their families in similar situations.

That is why JAA is the perfect place for student athletes to come and receive an affordable education, hone their athletic skills, and be prepared to compete at the highest levels in the class room and in the field of play.

Earn an Associates Degree in Liberal Arts

JAA is proud to offer its student-athletes the opportunity to earn an accredited degree from Community Christian College. Our students will be able to take courses online throughout their senior year and will be able to use their athletic program participation annual fee as payment for their academic costs.

Community Christian College, which is a fully TRACS accredited college, offers a variety of classes including Mathematics, English, History, and many more.