I Tried Batman's OFFICIAL Martial Art
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- Опубликовано: 23 янв 2023
- I met with the fighting choreographer of the famous Dark Knight trilogy movie and got to experience Batman's fighting style and martial art first hand.
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My name is Rokas. I'm a Lithuanian guy who trained Aikido for 14 years, 7 of them running a professional Aikido Dojo until eventually I realized that Aikido does not live up to what it promises.
Lead by this realization I decided to make a daring step to close my Aikido Dojo and move to Portland, Oregon for six months to start training MMA at the famous Straight Blast Gym Headquarters under head coach Matt Thornton.
After six months intensive training I had my first amateur MMA fight after which I moved back to Lithuania. During all of this time I am documenting my experience through my RUclips channel called "Martial Arts Journey".
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Yea I like that approach. Batman has a very specific kind of movement which I like. It’s so direct. But also, it’s because he’s so armoured. He’s like a martial arts tank.
Martial arts tank, that's a cool way of describing it :)
Nothing is still better than boxing, kickboxing & muay thai
@@rifaeerasheedh5166 Wrestling/Judo:
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He wasn't before
Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face and see a robotic, bulletproof armor fighting tank
Just like Rocky says, it's not about hard you hit, it's about how hard you can *get* hit and keep moving forward. That's how winning is done.
That's why batman has bulletproof armor
Sure, but no-one keeps standing after a skilful liver shot
The art of war is the art of deception. You can’t defend what you don’t see coming.
We see that everywhere. News are part of the war and pat of the deception. We confused don’t know what to do… KO 💉
That's how brain damage occurs actually.
Rocky is the poster-boy for CTE glorification.
Andy is a class act and true gentleman. I have known Andy for over 20 years. He always give me respect when telling this story. I had great fun doubling Christian in Batman Begins and the DarkKnight Rises. I doubled Tom as Bane in the last one.
Really cool that you've watched this video Buster! Thank you for your great work in the movies 🙏
Hey, I got to ask you Buster. Was it Andy or Justo that was more involved in communicating the fighting knowledge during the making of Batman Begins and Dark Knight?
@@beingofearth It was both. Andy and Justo would be with the stunt team watching us and helping to incorporate KFM movements. Andy would be the voice when needed but he and Justo had their own shorthand talking to each other and Andy would convey the message.
You're a legend, bruv. You and a few other martial artists helped inspire me to leave classical martial arts. I left for JKD and have been there ever since, no looking back.
@@MartialArtsJourney
I realize I'm late to this video but have you checked out the criticism of the KEYSI system on Armchair VIolence channel. He said it was an honest attempt to create a new system but has too many flaws to be effective. It seemed like he made good points about its shortcomings
I was a KFM instructor many years ago, and was taught by Grek. It is great to see both him and Andy going strong. Watching you receive in the 3-man drill brought back some memories. Nunca te rindas
I wish there were more teachers in America. Been waiting for years
You wouldn't happen to know if there are any technique manuals about the art? I've searched around and came up dry.
@ninjabot7945 there are no written manuals about as far as I know but there is wealth of videos breaking down all the concepts and lessons. They may still exist somewhere on the internet
@@mercomultimedia2775 Drat, thank you for the reply though.
Man, you should hit up the bioneer. He's got a ton of Batman related training videos. A collaboration may aid you!
Keep doing what you love and you'll succeed!
2 fav. martials arts and training youtubers in one video? sign me uppppp
Yes Please!
I think Thai style is perfect for Batman. It’s straight forward, hard, yet still aesthetic. Fits a more older, meaner Batman who isn’t as nimble as he once was, yet still full of anger and drive for justice.
What other martial arts besides Muay Thai that has the same stuff plus being great for those that are nimble?
@@twentyonetortas5921 To be honest any martial art rewards u for nimble movement. If ur looking for one similar to Muay Thai and that has more moves prolly kickboxing, sanda, maybe karate, but look carefully on the karate one especially.
Lethwei is extremely brutal, and is a cousin to may thai
Thai, no. Boran, yes.
@@twentyonetortas5921 You want muay boran in that case. It covers strength and the speed. And is far more street practical.
What I like about your content's is not only the aventure, but also the intellectual and the philosophical side of it.
Look inside for the motivation, not from outside. This is I've leaened
We appreciate your dedication and consistency in delivering content. God bless you.
Love man. I have been a disabled veteran for the last 20+ years. I struggle with pain and hopelessness everyday. My nerve pain and death is advancing everyday. This video helped me remember what the path is. To keep trying and be my own super hero. Thank you.
Batman is definitely my favorite hero.
One of my inspirations to be a martial artist.
Thank you for sharing ☺️.
In the comics, Batman's true martial arts style was a combination of japanese Jiu Jitsu/judo and western style boxing (he trained under the legendary Wildcat himself.) But over the years that pointy eared SOB learned just about everything else.
Including sword play
Someone did an analysis that pointed out that Batman was pretty much a MMA fighter, long before Bruce Lee pretty much defined the concept of cross training.
His techniques from Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Greco-Roman Wrestling and Savate would hold up in any era to be honest.
Boxing + Judo would give you a solid grasp of the basics, providing a strong foundation to build on.
Rokas, props to the production quality of your videos. From idea to execution, you have definitely improved from your Aikido days. Watch the burnout man, you're doing some quality work! I've seen your channel evolve through the years. :)
Thank you so much! I decided to aim for maximum quality from now, so I'm glad to hear it's visible!
@@MartialArtsJourney I definitely see a higher quality in your videos after watching this compared to your older videos. Kudos to you and striving to be better. Keep up the awesome work!!!
Respect man. As a professional fighter I 100% agree. Discipline is what pulls us back. Motivation fades, discipline is there when it does.
Your wife seems to be a very supportive lady. I have a lot of respect for both of you. God bless!
Thank you! She is
Honestly, Bruce Wayne would've made Gotham a much safer place if he started his own martial arts school.
And then the crims learn also!
So now you basically got Crouching Tiger in da streetz.
@Runny Szanboti VERY inaccurate. It's Batman remember...he would have files on everyone you know if you're from his world.
Simple background checks would make Gotham flip on its head. He could even have bat family train the KNOWN good cops on the force. Could easily wash Gotham clean. Sadly batman also has a heafty control complex that has left his own families and friends bodies in his temporal moral wake.
I trained in KFM many years ago and loved it. I was lucky enough to have seminars with both Andy and Justo, both great guys!
I trained in Keysi for just shy of two years following the split of KFM. I've met Justo a few times and he's a good guy. Never met Andy but I heard good things. I train BJJ now, but it was a good part of my life.
What do you think is there difference between keysi to self defence lab
I trained with Andy and justo as my instructor was an instructor under Bob been with them. They're both good guys it was a shame they split up
@@jacobharris954 personally Defence lab got a lot more "corporate" kids classes, business "training" for instructors slicker branding. The basic ideas and moves are basically the same for both
Love your channel, don't get down, you have a lot of heart to go on this journey and the content is very wholesome.
I am so glad you are back. You are bigger than your circumstances. And your journey will continue.
Well done by you. Your honesty, humility and hard work is appreciated. Success on your endeavors. As they would say in Spain, “¡Buena Suerte tío!”
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Sir can u make a video about the martial art style of *DAREDEVIL* it's a mixture of several martial arts. A video of this would be of huge help..... ✨
I needed to hear that today.look inward stay laser focused and take everything that comes at you and STILL achieve. Thank you
This is so cool!!!
Thank you for making this video
It's really cool to see how that had to change everything for the movie. I never really think about how you have to film it when I watch fight scenes.
Man your video really inspired me to continue my martial art journey. I started doing BJJ recently. Your story is really teach about never give up and always learn some new thing and it`s never to late. So in some sens you are batman yourself. Sorry my crappy english)
I wish you to own your journey.
Great video!! I’ve always enjoyed Batman’s fighting style and its gracefulness in a chaotic sort of way. Thanks for sharing the experience
I recently hurt my hip in Muay Thai and appreciate this video. I like your message and enjoy your content. Sending prayers.
Andy is a class act, he was willing to not only give his time but a sentimental gift as well!
I see a lot of "Batman Training" on youtube. This looks legit. Personally, I imagine that Batman's main training focus was on Eskrima-Kali-Arnis & Ninjutsu.
That's very interesting. It reminds me of a part of the first module I learned in the Ninjutsu school i was in. They were not related to Bujinkan and the method was very combat-oriented, at least it was when I was there. The first part taught basic techniques for kicking, punching, kneeing, and elbowing, as well as a little bit of ground game, always using natural movements and close proximity to the body. Advanced students, like myself, would often practice 1v2 and 1v3 fights, and I even had a 1v6 fight against some non-graduated students using gloves and shin pads when i was graduating to see how much we could endure. Unfortunately, I moved but now train in MT and BJJ, and everything I learned from Senju Kabe has been very useful, even against pro athletes. I would say that style can be very effective with the right foundation.
Thats quite inspirational... Better luck with your health Rokas 💪🏿
Oh man. That was the exact words I needed to hear today. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! You have a new subscriber and I hope you'll get where you want to be!
I had the privilege of training with Andy Norman; such a hard guy and a real no nonsense trainer- some of us thought he was too hard on the class! But if you can get through his class, you can get through any. I wish him all the best- it was a shame what happened with him and Diego and KFM.
I was wondering what that fighting style was!
And this is awesome!
A Krav \ Sistema style would make sense for this Batman!
He WAS trying to go for a more military style!
It's not flashy or complicated, it's all about effectiveness!
Most fascinating video on fight styles for a long time, brilliant !
Good watch! Thanks for sharing.
Just as Batman is a hero and inspiration to many, please remember that YOU too are a hero and inspiration to all of us. I believe heroes rarely feel like they are; they just do what they do, earnestly, honestly, and courageously. Thank you for being the martial ARTIST many of us need, not the one we deserve!🖤
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Thank you! 😊
OMG!!! You actually went out and did it, lol. Ya made a promise and ya kept it!!! Not just training like Batman but you actually got Batman's teacher to join the cause, lol. Much respect, Rokas. That's a once in a lifetime experience, bro. Very rare, don't come around very often and you can't buy them memories.....Maaan, I watched your channel almost from the beginning and saw it grew and took you to some interesting places in the last few years. Keep it up, bro. Keep learnin' and I'll keep watchin'.....
Thank you!
Thank you for helping me realize where I should get my inspiration from
Sensei, I may be not a formal student of yours but please do not give up. The last year, after I quit a job a felt like everything was not worthy and the idea of the seppuku was the best option I had, I read some parts of the Bible and starting training again the Karate do I love so much and adding some new things like some notions of Kali/arnis and bajiquan. Ulises (from the clasic epic The Odyssey) and even Batman will rise again and fight
Love the new editing style and different angles! Big improvement Way better than random stock-video
Thank you! Really glad to hear it! From now on I'm planning to use minimal amount of stock footage 😊
I genuinely don't comment on many videos but I really needed to see this. Thank you so much!
Wow, thanks man!!
Something to remember, BATMAN HAS BODY ARMOR!!
This means he can tank some hits that would wobble anyone else.
Do not taking on a bunch of guys without some kind of armor (or at all, just saying)
I haven't had time to watch your videos for ages now because everything's been so busy but this was an instant click! Really amazing idea. Ngl i also used to watch the dark knight trilogy once a week. Really loved this!!
Nice!
I'm going through a lot in my own life right now and this video gave me some confidence going forward
That's awesome! Keep owning your journey 👊
Hey! I hope your doing better. You know something. Sharing this kind of things inspired a lot of people. You are not alone.
Nolan Batman's martial art, epic!!
I live in Pittsburgh where they shot Dark Knight Rises, and I was lucky enough to be part of it because my friend runs one of the local agencies. I'm the stand-in for the main CIA guy. It was such a crazy experience. I stood next to Gary Oldman while we filmed the bomb truck crash in the alley, and Christopher Nolan talked to me in the craft services line. Also Joseph Gordon-Levitt is as cool as he seems. 🤘🏽
Mid-video edit: that scene from Jack Reacher was shot down the street from the BJJ gym where I train.
That's awesome!
@@MartialArtsJourney Yeah dude. Pittsburgh is pretty sweet, they filmed here because it actually does look like Gotham City. We even had the Bat-Signal up while they were filming. If you're ever in the US, come visit!
I was in the Burlington coat factory and these agents yielded us from leaving the store and I saw Catwoman and the tumblers riding past it was dope. Then I saw the Batmobile ride past while I was sitting near Subway it was loud. So cool for them to use Pittsburgh for the film
@@vaynerebelle84 Yeah those things were super loud! And the way they filmed the flying bat machine was CRAZY.
Excellent stuff. Looks like Fight Lab have a winner there.
I just feel really glad seeing your growth. Keep it up ma man
Thanks!
Very interesting.. batman is really the ideal powerless superhero
Andy seemed like a super nice guy. What he created for TDK looked great and it was cool to hear him talk about the film.
For discussions sake I will add, however, that I have never been a fan “self defense systems.” I’m not talking about keysi specifically here, but in general I find they tend to fall into the same traps as traditional martial arts. Those are an over-reliance on “dirty fighting” (biting, attacking the groin and eyes, etc.), overestimating the damage your techniques will do (“here I break his rib, then I snap his wrist, then I crush his trachea!”), and then not doing enough live drilling and hard sparring because “our techniques are too deadly.”
That was a fantastic watch!
Thanks!
man I love this channel.
Sir thank you for this content been watching your videos for a while now and you truly put effort and dedication in to it, really love your content, inspires me more to improve, keep doing what you love sir
Thank you!
I studied DNA (Andy Norman's martial art framework) for several years, even met him on a seminar, really nice guy.
It's a really effective martial art for fighting multiple opponents and is partially used by the British police.
Ive never seen british police fight lmao
Hi there, been watching ur vids for a while and feel inspired. Keep it up what ur doing. I know its hard but life have up and downs. That is what I tell myself as I am at a down period now as well. Keep ur chin up and the sun will always comes after the rain! Keep walking forward.
This is a fun video! Thank you!
Interesting how you avoided mentioning the other co-founder of Keysi Fighting Method. I was really interested in KFM before I even watched Batman and was saddened to hear of the split between the two founders.
I actually did mention Justo Diegez in this video :) Maybe you missed it?
Justo Dieguez and Andy together made it great. KEYSI by Justo is still better than DL at the moment.
@@MartialArtsJourney I reviewed the tapes, and in fact you did mention him. I'm sorry.
They were both equally credited as "Fight Consultant" on IMDB and, the way you worded it, it sounded like just one of them brought this style to the big screen. I should have attributed this to your normal difference in linguistics. I'd have phrased it like *Andy was one of the men who brought you Batman's distinctive fighting style...* but I believe the other way does spike more people's interest, who knew anything about the style.
I do find it interesting to think about how legitimate self-created arts are and if their masters are considered legitimate when the art dissolves. Maybe an interesting topic for a video of yours?
Breakups happen. Many martial arts have had them, and I personally view it in the positive. People will not always get along, but the world will become richer through diversity of combat systems. I personally didn't know a specific combat system was used in these movies, now I am off to learn more.
@@andrewfisher1051 That's true! That being said, I believe ego has much to do with such splits.
I remember training with one of the stuntmen from that era Batman - Keysi/DLs is an interesting approach for sure, modified JKD with some cool looking techniques, good emphasis on aliveness in the drills. Nice narrative to the vid.
Thanks!
Looks like Kali added in there too. Defanging the snake w elbows
And hammerfist
Hey brother thanks for the video I hope you and your wife have gotten better. I needed to hear this thank you.
That looks awesome.
This was a great video....Though the character of Batman doesn't have one style of fighting.....He has trained extensively in over 100 styles of martial arts, which he combines when he's fighting bad guys.
It’s great to try out what fictional character training works for you, it can definitely amplify your skills.
Nicely done
Or you can just learn how ficction differs from reality
Your first episode of the ultimate self-defense championship was very inspiring to me.👍 Don't know why. I'm really happy to see that you still found a way to get through with your plan besides all the mental and financial pressure. Love watching your journey!👍 And I'm so exited for the next episode on the 7.5.😁😁😁
Thanks man! Really glad to hear it! Next episode should be great :)
Thank you for the encouragement and inspiring words
It has been a long time since I read the comics but the main martial arts was karate, jujitsu, kick boxing which is surprisingly like MMA fighting. Later they seemed to add kung-fu, Ninja training but for some reason by someone living in Korea, and as it seemed needed. But you can tell a lot of it was what current MMA fighting is like.
Rokkas, regarding your income, ever thought about making a Patreon? The most basic way to make money for content creators.
I'm actually planning to restart my Patreon very soon! :) I will announce it in the next few days.
PS: Also, thank you for asking.
@@MartialArtsJourney Glad to hear that!
P.S. Batman is my most favourite comic superhero, and the Nolan Dark Knight Trilogy is my MOST favourite trilogy
Sweet video man! Sometimes the RUclips algorithm does me a solid and I find videos like yours! Keep up the awesome work, bro!
6:46 onwards 🙂 just what I needed to hear.
Thanks Rokas. Wishing you well!
That´s all fine and dandy, too bad you can´t see any of this in the movies, because Chr. Nolan used that crappy Mid-00´s "Shakycam & 400 quick cuts per minute"- style. The hand-to-hand combat fight scenes in Nolan´s trilogy are absolutely horrendously filmed & edited.
Such a goofy martial art. These goofballs ruined the fight scenes in those movies.
I think that's not everyone's opinion :)
@@MartialArtsJourney Cmon, you seen those defibrillator punches Batman was throwing? It would make more sense for the Joker to fight like that because it's a martial art for clowns. At least Aikido looks cool on screen, this stuff is just straight up GOOFY
@@RamBro3 Yeah those elbows and backfists to the shin looks so epic and really makes Batman seem like a master martial artist and not some homeless crackhead on worldstar
I agree, Terrible choreography. The fight scenes were awful.
A video that we dont deserve but a video what we need right now
Trying to overcome a lot right now. This was very inspiring to me...THANK YOU
No disrespect but the Nolan Batman fight choreography is the worst I’ve ever seen in any movie hands down
I think Affleck was best
If nolan did the movies in this day and age they'd be alot better. Simply limited by technology and materials. Otherwise bale had the best presentation of his skills
@@j1playz309 yeah that's true I think scarecrow was cool in Nolan trilogy
Out of the batman movies yah but like there are movies with worse
@@adrianrynne1322 what movie ? Cause I have yet to see any worse
Love your Sidekick.
Best message yet!
Glad to hear that 🙏
I loved watching that training clip from the dvd.
DUDE! Same. I even converted it to an mpeg4 so I could watch it on my PSP.
great video and the ending was the best
Thanks!
I love your video man! You are a true inspiration!
Thank you!!
I like this. That you learned this particular nugget of wisdom.
"It's not inspiration that'll get you to where you want to go. It's discipline. Because inspiration can only get you so far."
Same shit with my Bboying. I've taught many, and so many people get inspired to try it. More than half of them drop out because they don't have the discipline to keep going even during the low points of their journey. In battles, they're inspired to try and win, but not disciplined enough to keep going when they're losing.
I keep telling them to learn the discipline of consistency and perseverance. Very few do because they throw their hands up when it's Life that comes at them.
your storytelling is really going crazy the last year, maybe this is just me but this is really what i want to learn from your videos😉🇨🇭💪🏻
I always think of guts when I feel down, dont feel down anymore, batman is good too, but berserk just has a special place in my heart
You are on a martial arts journey. Good video.
Nice video! Keep your head up and may God bless you.
I have ME and have been stuck in bed for 8 years with little relief from the pain and tiredness. Staying motivated and focused is all I have but I probably will never beat my illness. Yet I still try. Great video.
Absolutely excellent
Inspiration is manufactured through consistent discipline
Awesome, thanks so much for all you do for the martial arts and humanity! The choreographer seemed very appreciative and enjoyed your company. If not for you we may have never heard of him.
Thanks for the reminder to "own the journey"
Thanks Matthew!
That was a good video. Keep wanting to inspire and move forward. God bless you and your wife.
Dude You are UNRECOGNIZABLE!!! I was like why do I feel like iv heard his voice before
I hope things will clear up a bit for you soon Rokas!
Love your videos and open approach to martial arts. Keep doing your videos they are very inspiring 👏🙏
Thank you!
Great to see you wearing the keffiyeh ✊🏻
Brother thank you for the inspiration excellent content sir nothing but the best for you sir oss 🙏
Thank you. For you as well!
it's not always about the journey but the destination!
In regard to self defense against multiple opponents in a confined space scenario, I found the high and dynamic head defense, quick series of elbow spear attacks, grabs and non-linear hammer fists as well as the constant level changes a fine way to proceed. It creates a lot of chaos and informational overload and helps to push through with fewer harms on your side. The training doesn’t neglect the fitness element and will introduce a high amount of pain tolerance too. Just prepare for some bruising on your forearms and wear a mouth guard during training.
The creation mythos of its founders is a bit sketchy - it’s rather a reduced and focused Silat or Panantukan syllabus than a new invention or ziganes style, but I will admit that these techniques might have come around quite a bit and might have found their way into Roma fighting styles as well. I would be eager to learn a bit more about its lineage, but never came close to Justo or Andie to ask them in private.
Amazing video and well edited
Thanks!
Amazing! 🖤
Thank you!