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Thanks. Which type would get you in better physical shape faster?

But if i did both and was at an equal level, which would be more useful if someone tried to overpower me

I don't know the style of karate. The instructor's students say it's just normal traditional karate(if that's a style).

My son(11) and I want to start karate, or judo for self-defense( my son wants to also start because he watched the 3 ninjas and the karate kid on the television). As you said, is it useful for close contact? When caompared to judo what are both styles week points and strong points for self-defence.

I'm trying to figure out if I should practice judo or karate. My main reson is self defense, especially for people larger and stronget than I am. I've heard views from both sides. Does Karate also use throws?