Empowerment Through Fitness and Strength Training with Afton Johnson

Today, she leads Incendiary Training Services, offering specialized fitness and strength training tailored to marginalized communities and survivors of violence.

Afton Johnson, also known as Ifadoja Bamigbala-Aresa, turned her personal journey of survival into a powerful mission to uplift others. After escaping an abusive marriage in 2015, the New Orleans native found strength and healing through fitness and self-defense. Today, she leads Incendiary Training Services, offering specialized fitness and strength training tailored to marginalized communities and survivors of violence. Her holistic approach combines practical self-defense, strength conditioning, mobility exercises, and emotional resilience. Afton works with everyone—from law enforcement professionals to everyday individuals—empowering them to reclaim control over their safety and wellness. Her programs are trauma-informed, accessible, and focused on restoring confidence. For Afton, fitness isn’t just about physical strength—it’s about building the courage to live fearlessly and thrive beyond trauma.

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