Local neighbourhoods
Kidbrooke Village
A major local neighbourhood close to the Broad Walk gym, useful for residents checking whether H&G is a genuinely local boxing club.
PARENTS' GUIDE TO KIDS BOXING NEAR BLACKFEN
A parent-first route from Blackfen to the Kidbrooke junior class
For Blackfen parents, the decision is practical before it is sporting. You are checking whether the junior class feels organised, whether your child understands the coach's instructions and whether the Kidbrooke gym is realistic for your family.
Junior Recreational is the normal first group route from age 7. Parents can stay and watch, parking is on site, and the free trial is for a scheduled junior group class rather than private coaching.
If your child needs one-to-one confidence work, individual correction or a slower start, message about paid kids PT before booking. If they are ready for a group room, book the junior trial and use the first visit to check structure, supervision and class fit.
WHAT BLACKFEN PARENTS SHOULD CHECK
COACHED JUNIOR SESSIONS
Junior sessions are supervised, structured and run with safeguarding boundaries. Your child is coached through the basics rather than left to copy older boxers.
STRUCTURED CLASSES
Sessions follow a clear structure: warm-up, technique work, pad rounds, and conditioning. Children start with Junior Recreational (7-16), with Junior Competitive (10-16) available for boxers on the competitive pathway.
NO CONTRACTS
Check the current prices page for group-class pricing. No joining fees, no monthly contracts and a free scheduled group-class trial before you decide. If your child needs private support before joining a group, use paid personal training.
COMMUNITY VALUES
The key test is whether the junior setup, class structure and coaching tone feel right for your child after the first visit.
WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN
Junior boxing is more than hitting things. Children at Honour and Glory practise footwork, balance, timing and movement through drills, bags and pads.
The non-physical side matters too: listening to instructions, respecting training partners, controlling effort and staying calm in a busy room. Parents often tell us those habits show up outside the gym too.
For children who want to compete, there is a pathway through the Junior Competitive pathway. There is no pressure to fight. Many juniors train for routine, fitness, skill and because they enjoy the club.
CLASSES FOR YOUR CHILD
JUNIOR RECREATIONAL (7-16)
Coordination, movement and basic boxing technique, adapted by age and experience.
OLDER JUNIORS (10-16)
More technical detail, pad work, combinations and fitness, still without pressure to compete.
JUNIOR COMPETITIVE (10-16)
Competition pathway for dedicated young boxers. Amateur Boxing Alliance registered.
Blackfen parent checklist
What the first junior trial should answer
Watch how your child responds to instructions, how the coach sets boundaries and how the room handles different ages and levels. A good junior trial should feel clear, supervised and calm enough for your child to ask about coming back.
Also test the logistics. From Blackfen, the class only works if the parking, pick-up and class choice are realistic for your family. The first session should answer that before you commit to regular training.
Keep the routes separate. Junior Recreational is the normal group route, Junior Competitive is a later pathway for the right child, and paid PT is for private support rather than a free group-class trial.
SAFEGUARDING
Junior sessions are run inside a structured club setting with safeguarding boundaries, coach supervision and clear expectations for behaviour. Children are not left to train unsupervised.
Class sizes are kept controlled so children can be coached properly. Parents are welcome to watch from the viewing area, especially during the first few sessions.
GETTING HERE FROM BLACKFEN
14 MIN BY CAR
Free parking on site. Drop-off and pick-up is straightforward at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.
34 MIN BY TRANSPORT
Via Bus 132. Kidbrooke Station is a short walk from the gym.
FREE PARKING
On-site car park at 122 Broad Walk. Easy drop-off for after-school sessions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is boxing safe for my child near Blackfen? +
Boxing for children should be structured and supervised. Children start with age-appropriate basics, protective equipment where needed, and are grouped by age, experience and readiness. Parents are welcome to watch sessions.
What age can my child start boxing? +
We take children from age 7. Junior Recreational covers ages 7-16, with coaching adapted by age and experience. Junior Competitive is available from age 10 for young boxers who want the competition pathway.
How much do classes cost? +
Check the current prices page for group-class pricing. There are no contracts, no joining fees, and no monthly commitments. Free trials apply to scheduled group classes.
Do you offer free trials for children near Blackfen? +
Yes. Children can try a scheduled group class with no obligation. Book through the website or message us on WhatsApp. We are 14 minutes from Blackfen by car and about 34 minutes by public transport.
Who runs the junior boxing sessions? +
Junior sessions are supervised by the H&G coaching team inside a structured club setting. The important point for parents is that children are coached through age-appropriate drills, control and listening, not left to train unsupervised.
Can I watch my child's boxing class? +
Absolutely. Parents and guardians are welcome to watch from the viewing area at every session. We encourage parents to stay, especially for younger children's first few sessions.
CLAIM A FREE TRIAL
Book a free Junior Recreational trial at the Kidbrooke gym so the coaches know your child is coming.
Book Free TrialHonour and Glory Boxing Club
Honour and Glory is a boxing club in Kidbrooke, SE3, based at 122 Broad Walk. Classes run through the week and at weekends for adults and junior boxers, with no joining fee and no contract. Junior group classes start from age 7.
Head coach Anton Pattenden holds a British Boxing Board of Control trainer licence. Free trials apply to scheduled group classes; personal training is arranged separately by enquiry.
Address
122 Broad Walk, Kidbrooke, London SE3 8ND
Classes
Women's, Mixed Adults, Junior Recreational, Junior Competitive
First session
Free. Book a trial so Anton knows you are coming.
GETTING HERE FROM BLACKFEN
Our Location
Honour & Glory Boxing Club
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
By Car
From Blackfen, allow about 14 minutes by car to the Kidbrooke gym. Use 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND in maps and check parking before the first class.
By Bus
Bus 132 links Blackfen with the Kidbrooke side of the route. Check the current route and class page before booking.
By Train
If you use rail, compare Falconwood, Welling and Kidbrooke connections before choosing a regular class time.
Travel Times
- Blackfen14 min drive 34 min public transport (Bus 132)
- Eltham8 min drive 18 min public transport (Bus 132/286)
- Falconwood11 min drive 32 min public transport (Bus 89/132)
- Welling12 min drive 26 min public transport (Bus 89)
- Bexleyheath14 min drive 29 min public transport (Southeastern)
Nearby landmarks
Sense-check the route from Blackfen
H&G is at 122 Broad Walk in Kidbrooke. These local landmarks help you place the gym before booking, especially if you already know the schools, stations, parks or venues nearby.
Landmark notes are for travel context only. H&G is not claiming affiliation with any listed school, hospital, venue or public place.
Stations and transport
Kidbrooke Station
The closest rail landmark for the club, with the final journey on foot or local bus towards Broad Walk.
Local landmarks
Eltham Palace
A high-recognition Eltham landmark for placing the club route from SE9 and the wider Eltham side of Greenwich.
Local landmarks
Charlton House
A Charlton landmark for visitors comparing the route from SE7, Woolwich Common and Greenwich side neighbourhoods.
Schools and colleges
Thomas Tallis School
A nearby secondary school reference point for parents comparing after-school sport, youth boxing and transport to Kidbrooke.
Parks and open spaces
Eltham Common
A Shooters Hill and Eltham open-space landmark for people comparing nearby fitness, sport and travel routes.
OUR CLASSES
Structured classes run through the week, with open sessions at weekends
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Adult Recreational
17+
Real boxing training for fitness. Learn technique, hit pads, skip rope - no sparring required.
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30-9:00pm
£10/session
View →Adult Competitive
17+
Serious competitive training for adults. Sparring, pad work, fight preparation.
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30-9:00pm
£10/session until first amateur fight, then £5/session
View →Junior Recreational
7-16
Learn proper boxing technique, improve fitness and self-confidence. No experience needed.
Mon/Wed/Fri 5-6pm
£8.50/session
View →Junior Competitive
10-16
Competition-focused training for juniors aged 10-16. Competition-focused coaching.
Mon/Wed/Fri 6:00-7:30pm
£8.50/session until first amateur fight, then £5/session
View →Women's Boxing
17+
Dedicated women-only boxing sessions in a supportive, empowering environment.
Saturdays 10am-11am
£10/session
View →Personal Training
All ages
Solo, Duo and Trio PT. Tailored coaching for one, two or three people at a time - compete, get fit, or learn self-defence.
Flexible scheduling
Solo from £40/session · Duo from £25/person · Trio from £20/person
View →Open Sessions
All ages
Drop in and train at your own pace. Bags, floor work, conditioning - all welcome.
Weekends 8:30am-2:30pm
£10/session
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