Judo or Karate? Which martial art?

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DC (11 & 8) want to start going to a martial arts class. There are a few options round here, but I'm not sure which would be best for fitness/ enjoyment. Anyone know much about them? Thanks.

Why not try both out? Most classes to a taster / free first lesson and they could get a feel for which one they like. My dc do judo, and have been doing it for around 3 years. The lower grades/belts are quite straightforward and they learn & progress quite quickly.

Thanks. DS is moving up to cubs at half term and we have to choose which day he wants to go. So trying to find out which day would be 'martial arts' day. I guess we've got time to try a few out.