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 BRIXTON
A parent-first route for Brixton families checking the Kidbrooke junior class
For Brixton 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 help, individual correction or a slower start, message about paid personal training before booking. If they are ready for a group room, book the junior trial and use the first visit to check structure, supervision, travel and class fit.
WHAT BRIXTON 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 travel feel right 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.
Brixton parent checklist
What the first junior trial should answer
Check the room, not just the distance
The club is in Kidbrooke, not Brixton. Use the first visit to watch how instructions are given, how children are grouped and whether your child settles into the class without needing private coaching first.
Make the route practical
A Brixton family should check parking, pick-up, the drive across south east London and the public-transport route before committing. If the drive or rail route is too much, it is better to learn that from one trial than after joining.
Keep group class and PT separate
The free trial is for Junior Recreational. Paid personal training is a different route for children who need one-to-one correction, a slower start or parent-led advice before joining a junior group.
Ask the right first questions
Ask which junior route fits your child's age and experience, what they should bring, where parents can watch, and how to move from a first trial into regular Junior Recreational training if the class is right.
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 BRIXTON
40 MIN BY CAR
Free parking on site. Drop-off and pick-up is straightforward at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.
94 MIN BY TRANSPORT
Via Southeastern via Lewisham. 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 Brixton? +
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 Brixton? +
Yes. Children can try a scheduled group class with no obligation. Book through the website or message us on WhatsApp. We are 40 minutes from Brixton by car and about 94 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 BRIXTON
Our Location
Honour & Glory Boxing Club
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
By Car
From Brixton, drive east towards New Cross and the A2, then continue to the Kidbrooke gym. Allow around 40 minutes in normal traffic and check conditions before setting off. Free parking is available at the club.
By Bus
There is no direct bus route from Brixton to the Kidbrooke gym. Public transport is usually a rail-led route via Denmark Hill, Lewisham and Kidbrooke.
By Train
From Brixton, use local links towards Denmark Hill or another rail connection, then Southeastern via Lewisham to Kidbrooke. Allow around 94 minutes door to door and check the current route before you book.
Travel Times
- Brixton40 min drive 94 min public transport (Southeastern via Lewisham)
- New Cross18 min drive 41 min public transport (Southeastern)
- Peckham26 min drive 41 min public transport (Southeastern)
- Camberwell34 min drive 56 min public transport (Southeastern via Denmark Hill)
Nearby landmarks
Sense-check the route from Brixton
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.
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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