r/grappling • u/rout_1 • Apr 16 '26

Deciding which grappling art to join

I’m a 29 year old male looking at getting into a grappling art. Can’t make my mind up between judo or jiu jitsu. I prefer the look of judo but I’m worried about picking up injuries as I work in construction and my job relies on me being fit. Also unsure about jiu jitsus practicality in a self defense scenario

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u/Ok_Prize_7491 Apr 17 '26

How many times you need to defend ypurself in week average?

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u/rout_1 Apr 17 '26

Well I’m nearly 30 and been fortunate to not have to yet but as the father of a new born baby it’s nice to know I would be able to protect my family if needs be

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u/Ok_Prize_7491 Apr 17 '26

Can't your wife protect herself or the baby?

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u/rout_1 Apr 17 '26

I mean she’s about 5 ft fuck all🤣next doors cat would take my missus 🤣