Abel is married 15 years, father of 3 girls. Gave his life to Christ at age of 6. He's teaching and preaching in his local church and some academic settings. Developed neurological condition in his 20s which adversely affected his balance and physical orientation. Began martial arts under Stuart Takahashi Gray in June 2014. Martial arts served to aide in overcoming his balance issues, granted purpose and motivation to lose weight and improve physical condition, and has granted valuable fellowship to others in the Christian martial arts community. Received Shodan ranking from the Takahashi Gray Dojo Cambridge in October of 2018. In addition to Shorin Ryu, he has also studied some Modern Arnis, Kenpo karate, Kung Fu and Judo.
Blessed be the Lord, my Rock, who trains my hands to fight, and my fingers for warfare"
- Psalm 144:2
