The Difference Between Judo and Jiu-Jitsu: How to Decide Which to Train
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo share the same roots, but they teach victory in very different ways. Judo emphasizes powerful throws to end matches quickly, while BJJ focuses on extended ground control, positional progression, and submissions. This difference shapes training, risk, and real-world use throws can stop a fight fast, but control and submissions matter if it continues.