15 Best Training Sequences Across DB/DBZ/DBS

The ‘Dragon Ball’ series uses training as a core part of its storytelling, clearly demonstrating how characters gain new abilities, overcome challenges, and get ready for battles. These training periods cover everything from everyday tasks to incredibly challenging environments, and the series always shows how long training takes, what methods are used, and what progress is made. This guide details the specific training each character undergoes – where it happens and what new skills they develop. If you’re curious about how power levels increase throughout ‘Dragon Ball’, ‘Dragon Ball Z’, and ‘Dragon Ball Super’, this is a factual and straightforward explanation.

Goku and Krillin’s Turtle Hermit regimen (‘Dragon Ball’)

As a huge fan, I always loved the training montage at Kame House! Seeing Goku and Krillin basically do farm work – running with shells on their backs, delivering milk, even plowing fields – might seem silly, but it was all about building their strength, speed, and focus. Master Roshi was a tough teacher, constantly making the shells heavier to push them harder. It wasn’t just about getting stronger physically; it was about discipline too. All that hard work was to prepare them for the big World Martial Arts Tournament, teaching them the core principles of the Turtle School style.

Goku’s climb and training with Korin at Karin Tower (‘Dragon Ball’)

Goku climbs Karin Tower to find Korin, and then spends several days training to obtain the Sacred Water, all while getting used to the high altitude. Korin challenges Goku with fast-paced training, forcing him to become quicker and more aware. This training focuses on understanding opponents and moving efficiently. As a result, Goku returns with improved reflexes and greater control over his energy, preparing him for his next fight with Tao and future battles.

Goku’s years with Kami and Mr. Popo at the Lookout (‘Dragon Ball’)

Goku trains at the Lookout with Mr. Popo, practicing in difficult conditions like poor visibility and unstable ground to improve his skills and awareness. He learns to fight without seeing his opponent and trains in advanced techniques with Kami, focusing on clearing his mind and controlling his energy. This training helps him sharpen his timing and control before entering the next World Martial Arts Tournament.

Goku’s King Kai routine at the end of Snake Way (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

While training with King Kai on his tiny planet, Goku improves his strength and learns powerful new techniques like the Kaio-ken and Spirit Bomb. His training involves challenging exercises to boost his speed and adaptability, including practicing agility, building strength, and getting used to the planet’s strong gravity by catching King Kai’s pet, Bubbles. King Kai also teaches Goku how to harness energy from all living things and control it for quick, powerful attacks. Goku returns to Earth with skills designed for instantly increasing his power and focusing massive amounts of energy.

Gohan’s six months in the wild with Piccolo (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

Piccolo takes Gohan into the wilderness to train his survival skills before starting formal combat lessons. This training focuses on building Gohan’s stamina, helping him overcome fear, and teaching him how to hunt, all alongside daily practice with fighting techniques and energy control. Piccolo carefully increases the difficulty with heavier training gear and provides specific instruction on proper posture and breathing. Ultimately, Gohan learns to sense energy, stay calm under pressure, and fight for a long time without tiring.

Goku’s 100x gravity voyage to Namek (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

I’m so hyped for the Namek saga! You wouldn’t believe the training Goku’s putting in. He’s in this special gravity room on the ship, and he started with ten times Earth’s gravity, then cranked it all the way up to one hundred! He’s doing push-ups, practicing his fighting moves, and working on controlling his energy, but he’s really strict about getting enough rest and eating right. The ship’s computer is monitoring his heart rate and making sure he doesn’t push himself too hard, it’s all about getting stronger without getting hurt. By the time he lands on Namek, he’s going to be way tougher and faster, totally prepared for whatever Frieza throws at him.

Vegeta’s 300G gravity chamber grind before the Androids (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

Vegeta trains on Earth using a special room from Capsule Corp that can increase gravity up to three times its normal level. He does this while also practicing exercises like push-ups, kicks, and energy beam control. He prefers to train alone, pushing himself with intense gravity to improve his focus and reflexes. This routine focuses on both quick, powerful attacks and enduring longer fights, preparing him for challenging opponents. As a result, he noticeably improves and is better prepared when he first fights the Androids.

Vegeta and Trunks’ first Hyperbolic Time Chamber stay (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

A father and son train in a special room where time flows differently – one day outside is equivalent to a year inside. This room has harsh conditions, including extreme weather and intense gravity. They’re focused on building their Super Saiyan stamina and increasing their fighting power through long, grueling sessions. They carefully manage their food, rest, and equipment to maximize their training. After their time inside, they emerge with greatly improved speed, strength, and endurance, ready to face the challenges of the Cell Games.

Goku and Gohan’s calm Super Saiyan lifestyle after the chamber (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

After training in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber, Goku and Gohan practiced staying transformed into Super Saiyans during their everyday lives. They did this to get used to the form’s energy usage and make it more efficient. They trained with light sparring, meditation, and normal activities, all while remaining Super Saiyans, to keep their energy output steady and avoid wasting power. By the time of the tournament, both were able to fight and think clearly while staying in Super Saiyan form for extended periods.

Gohan’s Z-Sword drills and Elder Kai potential unlock (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

At the Lookout, Gohan tests the Z-Sword with practice swings, balance exercises, and precise cuts. During a durability test, the sword breaks, freeing Elder Kai, who starts a ritual to unlock Gohan’s hidden potential. This ritual demands complete focus and patience as Gohan’s energy is carefully refined. Once complete, Gohan can access greater power without needing a lengthy or exhausting transformation.

Goten and Trunks’ Fusion dance lessons (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

Goku teaches Piccolo the Metamoran Fusion dance, carefully showing him each movement and how to time it correctly. Piccolo acts as a coach, making sure Goku gets the foot positions, hand shapes, and breathing right. They try the dance multiple times, and it becomes clear that even small mistakes can affect the fused fighter’s strength and size. Through dedicated practice, they eventually learn to combine their energy and successfully fuse into one warrior within the allotted time.

Tien, Yamcha, and Chiaotzu’s Other World sessions with King Kai (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

Following the battle with the Saiyans, Goku, Gohan, and Krillin traveled to King Kai’s planet to train. They worked on becoming faster and stronger, practicing things like moving under increased gravity, fighting together as a team, and sensing energy. King Kai designed their training to help them coordinate their attacks and react quickly in any situation. When they returned to Earth, they were all better fighters with a wider range of skills, ready to face future dangers.

Goku departs to train Uub after the World Tournament (‘Dragon Ball Z’)

After the tournament ended, Goku recognized Uub’s hidden potential and offered to train him. Their plan was to start with basic skills, then move on to more advanced energy control and practice fighting. Goku wanted to integrate training into Uub’s everyday life to help him stay focused and develop a good personality. This partnership was designed to help Uub grow and improve after the battle with Majin Buu.

Goku and Vegeta’s Whis program on Beerus’ world (‘Dragon Ball Super’)

Whis trains his students using intense, timed exercises and unexpected practice attacks to develop instinctive reactions. The training focuses on proper posture, body alignment, and efficient energy use to eliminate wasted motion. They use weighted suits and coordinated drills to help fighters learn to distribute power effectively throughout their bodies. Ultimately, these lessons prepare them to move skillfully and remain calm, even when facing stronger opponents.

Vegeta’s return to the Hyperbolic Time Chamber before the Goku Black battles (‘Dragon Ball Super’)

Before the upcoming fights, Vegeta trains rigorously alone, concentrating on improving his accuracy and stamina. He pushes himself with demanding drills – powerful attacks, energy control, and quick recovery – all while carefully tracking how well he maintains his strength in his more powerful forms. The chamber’s intense gravity and difficult conditions help him adapt quickly, even with limited time outside. This training allows him to maintain his power and control for longer during battles.

Tell us about your favorite training moment from any of the Dragon Ball series – that includes Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, and Dragon Ball Super! Share it in the comments and let us know what made it so memorable.

2025-11-11 07:20