Batman is called the world’s greatest detective. They also say that with enough preparation, Batman could take down anyone. Even without his billions of dollars and many gadgets, he has spent years honing his fighting skills. He has trained with kung-fu masters, karate champions, Krav Maga Grand Masters, and more. How many different martial arts does he know? He’s mastered over 127 distinct forms. That’s more than Ben and Jerry’s has flavors. Even though he knows so many, there are only a handful that he falls back on.
Batman’s Primary Fighting Styles
His primary footwork, head movement, and punching power come from boxing. Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu are his grappling styles that allow him to throw heavier opponents and win fights from the ground. His stealth and espionage comes from Ninjutsu.
Batman’s Striking and Combat Styles
Batman uses Muay Thai and Taekwondo for his devastating kicks. Karate and Kung Fu for his powerful and high precision strikes. He uses Savate techniques in his sweeping and striking combos.
Batman’s Weaponry and Defensive Arts Styles
Dual-wielding, baton control, and blade combat are mainly done in Escrima & Kali. Aikido & Krav Maga are used for disarming opponents as well as redirecting their momentum.
Money and gadgetry could only take Batman so far, without his 127 forms of martial arts under his belt, he probably would have been taken out a long time ago.
