The 24-year-old Palestinian Youseff Abu Amira was born without arms and legs.

He started with karate as self-defense and his trainer says that he is very dedicated in his training.

- I was surprised that Youseff has other skills and can do certain things better than others with minor disabilities, says his coach Hassan Al-Raai.

"I want to live"

Youseff himself has not let his disabilities stop him.

- I have vitality and love for life, he says.

I want to live.

See Youseff's training and how he progresses in the clip above