By: Katie Kaplan | WCTV Eyewitness News

February 22, 2019

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) -- They say what's old becomes new again. A Tallahassee building has been rejuvenated after undergoing a makeover and is now home to more than 10 attractions like a sky rider, indoor ropes course and trampoline park.

But that is far from the only thing making Urban Air Adventure Park attractive. It's also offering paychecks.

The Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce hosted it's ribbon cutting and inside look at the new venue on Friday.

"We are always excited when we have a business choosing Tallahassee for a new spot," said Brian Sealey, who sits on the Board of Directors on the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce.

The national franchise has moved into the spot left by the closing of Sports Authority in the spring of 2016.

"We're 34,000 square feet," said the park's GM, Shaun Ritter. "We started construction back in September."

Ritter says the company fielded about 1,000 applications for dozens of positions.

"Adding 85 jobs to this community, it's tremendous and you can't say enough about the enjoyment the children in this community are going to get from this facility," said Tom Morgan, with the Tallahassee Chamber.

"When they chose an area, they are not doing this by happenstance," Sealey said. "They are researching best places and for them to choose Tallahassee is a huge compliment."

Owners say there could be more job opportunities in the future.

Doors officially open to the public on Saturday.