Batman Evolved: The Dark Knight's Fighting Style Through the Ages 

*Adam West Batman Fighting Style:* "We´re gonna punch these guys so hard, words describing the impact are gonna spontaneously materialize out of thin air"

Of course a Batman-themed martial arts training program ! And even further than only Batman style if possible !

As per your request, I'm interested in any and all Batman content you produce.

“And you TOO may be able to become the Batman”. Implying that the Bioneer is indeed Batman himself.

At this point, I wouldn't be surprised if Adam's real name was actually Bruce Wayne. Pretty sure he's got a bat cave somewhere around.

I would be completely down to see a Batman-themed martial art training program! That would be pretty awesome to see!

Very interested. Batman’s style is unique yet practical as he uses graceful martial arts but preforms as a street fighter or a guerrilla fighter

The warehouse fight in Batman v Superman was perfection. I felt so stupid for doubting Ben Affleck the first time I saw that scene.

Hell yes I remember first time I saw one of his Batman videos I laughed thinking it was ridiculous. Then as time went on I realized more and more that this guy is one of the best fitness RU-vid guys around, because how thorough he is on alternative methods of exercise that work

As someone who is both a martial artist and batman fan I have tried to pick styles based on realism and sometimes think...what would batman do lol. I started in karate as a kid and became frustrated at the lack of realism in it. When I later returned to martial arts as a young adult I started doing mma, but soon realised that doing an mma class was too jack of all trades master of none. They are more add on classes designed to teach you his to tie together the specific skills you should already be well versed in. So I moved to muay Thai (for kicks, punches, knees and elbows and seeing how effective it was in mma that it became the dominant choice of striking style) I also often could see Bruce Wayne training in Thailand in muay Thai and muay boran. The other style I picked was traditional Japanese jujitsu. As it focused heavily on locks, pain compliance, and judo throws and weapons training(as judo came out of traditional jujitsu). At the time I started security and though many people in security often refer to aikido for locks, having done a few aikido classes I was extremely disappointed at the lack of realism and ultimately moved to traditional jujitsu where aikido, like judo came out of it. I have since then wished that I would gave done hapkido instead of traditional jujitsu as it encompasses all the locks from traditional jujitsu as well as the judo throws while also combining takewondo and having an emphasis on live sparring. I have since found that my biggest issue is dealing with punches. Training in muay Thai has given me great kicks and dealing with fighting at long range but now I have moved to boxing to focus on that and fix the issue by Woking on footwork with boxing angels and getting used to dealing with punches in close quarters. I did move to judo for a few years to due to realising the lack of live wrestling in traditional jujitsu as traditional jujitsu has become nothing than more then demonstratation and choreography. And I have again since moved from judo to no-gi bjj to get away from the GI and move as close to realism as possible. So now doing no-gi bjj and boxing I think my joyney has led me as far away from the fantasy to realism as I can get. In short based on my 10+ years of martial arts training and being a massive batman nerd, if I was to pick styles to most closely resemble Batman's fighting style and experience while being realistic and time efficient in training to fight ready as fast as possible I would pick boxing as a base, muay Thai for the kicks, elbows and knees (muay boran for Head buts) no-gi bjj for the wrestling, throws and takedowns plus takedown defence and learning to get back to your feet as fast as possible (although I feel Bruce being American he would have done wrestling instead) and for weapons, locks and traditional aspects while having those martial arts that cover the region of Japan and south Korea I would add hapkido.

So glad im not alone in thinking that batman begins is the better of the Nolan trilogy films! Excellent content as always! 🙌

At this point I get disappointed if i dont get a Batman video every now and then.

These edits! LMAO. For real though, I used to spare with a guy who was 6'2'' 205lbs (lean) when I did capoeira, and let me say this.....NOTHING IS MORE INTIMIDATING THAN A BIG DUDE WHO CAN FLIP AROUND LIKE YODA!!!

I would be so interested to see a batman combat training guide, would be awesome as a martial artist and honestly would be a fascinating read as well.

Please! Make a Batman themed martial arts training guide! That would be awesome

Hi Adam, could you make a training video about Zorro? He had to be strong, quick, stealthy and an excellent swordsman. Apart from his physical training, he was very well educated, smart and charming. I would love to see that!’

Shoot, this shows up while I'm at work. And ironically, the day after I finally started going to a jiu-jitsu class. Will have to listen on the way home.

I feel like for a Batman style character trying to hone his fighting skills should focus on 3 major categories, striking/ grappling and weapons. With that being said a strong foundation of either boxing or Muay Thai should be focused on to defend and attack opponents from different ranges as well as footwork and stance. A lot of people would say bjj for grappling and I don’t disagree 100% however bjj strictly relies on GROUND fighting, u would never really wanna be on the ground unless there’s a ref around. Bjj is a very useful art because if u do find yourself on the floor having a good background in bjj will definitely fall to your benefit, however I think prioritizing judo would be more beneficial because that whole art is focused on bringing your opponent to the ground using his energy against him. Judo moves pulled off right could potentially end a fight right there in its tracks. And finally for weapons kali/eskrima, this would leave said “Batman training figure” with an overall benefit in knowing how to attack and defend with edged and blunt weapons found everywhere in the world. Plus kali(fma) also has a good empty hand section of the arts that should really be taken seriously especially if someone has trained in it heavy and used it in the real world. Thanks hope this could spark some discussion

I saw the title and knew I had to watch this 💀💀💀

I have been hoping every day that you and Grant would do another collaboration video, and today both of you Bioneers have delivered!

Love this. The Batman content on The Bioneer channel is always super inspiring and this guest video was brilliant as well.

I think the Arkham games and the Nolan trilogy depicted batman perfectly. His combat moves, his villains , the doubts he faces etc. its just one of the best

Awesome combat montages and breakdowns, thanks Grant and Bioneer!

I am totally in for a training guide! It would be rather interesting to see Grant's take on it. Nice video, by the way. Very well researched and presented!

I would pay anything for that training guide. Please make it

I need as much batman content as possible. I put all your batman videos on a loop when I work out

This was top notch and exactly the kind of quality I've come to expect from this channel and from you, Grant! Impressively done and, of course, you know you have more work cut out for you with that (rhetorical?) question of a Batman themed training program. I eagerly look forward to it and will keep a lookout for the Bat-signal to know when it's coming. Have a peaceful evening.

I still think Batman 1989 has the best fighting style. It focused on blocks and single strikes to take out the goons. Simple, realistic and effective .

I wouldn’t be alone if I said I would love to see the Batman training guide. Keep up the great work 💪🔥

Love to see your take on a Batman Combat Guide! I've done this with characters in the past, like Shang Chi; it would be great to see a technical treatise of the subject.

Being a geek especially when it comes to Batman, love the deep dive into his fitness, fighting style and how they play into each other. Nolan in Batman Begins used the choppy action sequence to focus on the chaos he reeked from the criminal POV and the role fear plays into Batman's strategy. That is why his training fights and fights after establishing his reputation were not as hard to follow. I'm guessing Nolan was trying also to focus on the use of psychology in Batman's strategy. Use scary theatrical ambushes to get the criminals to huddle together for protection then drop in staying too close with Keysi for them to effectively use the gun's range especially since Nolan's Batman was unafraid to use opponents as human shields. Check out Behind the Mask: Rise of Leslie Vernon since Batman also relies on fear to direct his opponents into traps, ambushes and make them panic into dumb decisions. A strategy you overlooked in the later Arkham games. I loved hanging someone upside down then glide kick into a vicious beatdown when everyone came to look. Bats still needed the gymnastics and fancy kicks to close the distance once the ones with guns got some distance to shoot when the brutes and shields became numerous. Never underestimate psychological warfare even in small doses

I am very interested in a Batman training guide. And as always, great video!

Great analysis and breakdown! I would agree on almost all points made here. Well done.

Yes!!! I've been waiting for this!

Very cool analysis, you two make a great team!

Great video! The martial arts guide you mentioned would be very cool

I request a Nightwing fighting style vid to go alongside the training vids the channel had a while back. Great way to show the difference between speed and strength. Great video, and love the not so subtle dig at the bat nipples!

Bro, love your videos, definitely want to see the "Batman Practical Martial Arts Mix"

I love your commitment to fitness AND geekery. This is brilliant.

Thank you for making this video 👍

Absolutely love the Batman and franchise character content. I found your channel through the Bane video. Keep up the amazing work.

For sure would love to see it!

YES! Would love a batman related martial art & workout video.

Yooo, can we get an analysis of other character fighting styles? I'd be here for that!

I’d love to see some more Batman fight style content. Thanks Grant!

Dude! of course a batman themed martial arts training program, no question at all. With everything else you have done, putting something like that together I can only imagine would be awesome!

Martial arts training vid!

Loved this video!

0:45 THOSE WINGS WERE SO COOL

Please do one on how people who hit rock bottom can build them selves up physically ,mentally and emotionally

Yes please a combat guide!!

Definitely interested in the guide and hopefully you explore the styles of other characters as well. Jason Bourne comes to mind...

I'm definitely down for any Batman content you have planned!!!

Yes! Please create that! Also, a Daredevil one would be amazing as well!

I'm all serious when I started watching the video, but surprisingly funny moments made me LMAO! This is just as great as the warehouse scene in BVS, a perfect blend of martial arts info and fight choreography, with the mindset of "how Batman fights". As a martial artist, fitness instructor and fan of superheroes, this is one of those "Dream Videos" for me. THANKS and SALUTE!

Batman fighting system training method vid sounds great!

yh do the batman training guide, your channel is lit mate, keep it up

Yes, Batman Training guide

Great video!! Would absolutely love a Batman-themed martial arts training program!!

Great video, I'm sure the folks here are waiting for more like this!

Brilliant video

just ordered your new book. i look forward to reading it :)

Found this channel from the Batman stuff. Stayed for the rest.... still love the Batman stuff.

Nice always a good topic

My man! I love it when you do superhero videos. Your channel is amazing brother.

Like your take on this, I was a keysi instructor for years. But missed the mix of things.

A batman combat training guide sounds awesome!

Absolutely interested!!

Brilliant vid 😍

Hell Yeah ! We would want a Batman Combat Training Guide.

Great video! I would love a Batman martial arts training program!!!

That intro was too sick 🔥🔥

I'd definitely like to see a Batman fighting style training system from you

Yes yes we are definitely interested !!

Grant. Hell yes on the Batman program

the mainly styles i saw in numeorus versions of batman - lethwei (barenuckle muai thay with headbutts ) - judo (or other grappling style with a lot of throws) - boxing (style similiar to mike tyson) - karate (im not shure if normal karate or karate with bunkai) (also could be taek won do and savate) for the kicks - keysi fighting system (could be other self defece/streetfighting style like krav maga and 52 blocks) - some kung fu style (a lot of kung fu styles have trapping/blocking and punching at the same time) - ninjutsu usually when he fights 1 opponent he starts very defensively blocking parring and dodging everything and after some time he starts to be very agressive with style similiar to mike tysons style

A great break down of dark knight's combat style. We need one of Deathstroke, And training manual would be appreciated!!

Awesum vid!

@Bioneer A Batman combat training guide!?!? HELL YEAH SIGN ME UP

Definitely make a combat guide. I’m a huge fan of all your superhero videos.

Yesssssssss id love to see a batman martial arts-based style training program

I for sure would like to see you implement a batman fighting style training program

I enjoyed the video; please make a Batman-styled training guide!

I think you should definitely do a Batman combat/martial art training program based on almost every list of disciplines he has worked on! Like how or what should we start with, how could we learn so fast with each and every one of these forms if it were possible, and could we still learn many of the disciplines that Batman uses (not even like 127 of course) while practical as it can ever get? But maybe it doesn't have to be just Batman, maybe you could make the same video with other characters like Daredevil, Green Arrow and Zorro (one of his inspirations, of course).

Yes to the batman combat guide. Anything batman. Thank you

His Batman videos are so awesome

That would be really helpful to incorporate with the batman 2021 training.Yes we need a martial arts guide program 🦇🦇

Interested is an understatement

Batman Combat guide sounds awesome!

Yes!!! Please give us a Batman Combat training guide

Cant wait to see your Batman fighting style guide

batman combat training guide? Hell Yeah!

Yes please that is a banging idea sick video too thankyou

YES! I want a full Batman combat training

Yes u totally should make a Batman training guide!!

Great video

Absolutely interested

Definitely interested in Batman combat training or any and all Batman content

Training guide? Hell Yeah!

Awesome. It will be very kind if a training guide be made depicting the fluidity of one move to the next as in dawn of justice.