Josh Tufte

Josh Tufte

Personal Trainer / Owner

Our Head Instructor for all Combat Arts here at Edge Fitness LLC.

About 

Josh Tufte

**Josh Tufte: Owner and Trainer**

Josh Tufte is a dedicated advocate for health and wellness, deeply committed to empowering individuals to lead healthy and secure lives. With an impressive record both in and out of the ring, Josh embodies the spirit of perseverance and discipline. He has earned the title of 5 Time Tough Man Champion and holds multiple championships, including the IKF Amateur Kickboxing World Champion and the WKKO Amateur Intercontinental Kickboxing Champion. His professional accolades include winning the USBO, NABA, and UNBC titles, and he boasts a remarkable combined record of 75-5 in both professional and amateur fighting.

In 2016, Josh and his father, Kevin Tufte, embarked on a journey to fulfill a lifelong dream by founding Edge Fitness LLC in Kernersville and High Point. This venture allows them to share their passion for fitness and martial arts with the community, providing a space where individuals can come together to learn, train, and grow.

Beyond his athletic achievements, Josh is a certified personal trainer through AFAA and IFA, and also serves as an IFA Sports Nutrition Specialist. His martial arts journey includes a 6th Degree Black Belt in AMAS, a 3rd Degree Black Belt in both JLFS and Taekwondo NMAA, and a 1st Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga. Additionally, he is a Certified Armed and Unarmed Guard and a F.A.S.T. Advanced Self Defense Coach.

Josh's commitment to community wellness is mirrored in his personal life, especially with his beloved daughter, Izabella Tufte. Izabella shares his mission and is actively involved in the gym, fostering a love for fitness and health that extends beyond the family. Together, they inspire those around them to pursue wellness and strength.

Whether he is training aspiring fighters or leading wellness workshops, Josh is passionate about creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. He believes that everyone deserves access to the tools necessary to lead a healthy life, and his work in the community reflects his unwavering dedication to helping others reach their full potential.

Certifications and Awards

  • 5 Time Tough Man Champion
  • IKF Amateur Kickboxing World Champion
  • WKKO Amateur Intercontinental Kickboxing Champion
  • USBO Professional Boxing Title
  • NABA Professional Boxing Title
  • UNBC Professional Boxing Title
  • Combined Record of 75-5 in Professional and Amateur Fighting
  • AFAA Certified Personal Trainer
  • IFA Certified Personal Trainer
  • IFA Sports Nutrition Specialist
  • 6th Degree Black Belt AMAS
  • 3rd Degree Black Belt JLFS
  • 3rd Degree Black Belt Taekwondo NMAA
  • 1st Degree Black Belt Krav Maga
  • Certified Armed and Unarmed Guard
  • F.A.S.T Advanced Self Defense Coach