Who we are

Phill Juffs (The Raven)

Phill's martial arts journey started in his late teens, where he quickly discovered a passion for understanding human movement, defensive strategies, and the nuanced art of personal protection. Over two and a half decades, he has:

Trained extensively in multiple martial arts disciplines, including boxing, aikido, WW2 combatives and escrima
Become a certified firearms instructor with specialized training in defensive shooting techniques
Coached hundreds of individuals to improve their defensive skills

E-mail: phill@ravenandrosetraining.com

AJ Hall (The Rose)

AJ is an NRA-certified pistol instructor and Range Safety Officer who began her shooting journey in 2016. After completing training at the Oregon Public Safety Training Center, she developed a specialized focus on empowering women in firearms education. AJ provides comprehensive instruction on shooting techniques, firearm selection, and personal gear, helping women build confidence and competence in responsible gun handling.

E-mail: aj@ravenandrosetraining.com

AJ is the facilitator of the Portland Chapter of A Girl and A Gun, the nation’s largest women’s shooting club created by women for women. If you are interested in learning more, visit https://www.agirlandagun.org/.