A good place to start
Ask which system is taught and what a beginner lesson includes rather than relying on the name alone.
What to compare
- School tradition
- Contact level and supervised practice
Start with a taster
Ask for a beginner session and find out what equipment you can borrow. Afterwards, think about the teaching, atmosphere and journey as well as the activity itself. The best routine is one you enjoy returning to.
Something else to discover
Brazilian jiu-jitsu
Brazilian jiu-jitsu focuses on grappling, especially positions and control on the ground.
Daito Ryu Aiki Jujutsu
Daito-ryu aiki-jujutsu is a Japanese martial-arts tradition taught through a school or lineage.