BEGINNER BOXING CLASSES NEAR BROMLEY
Local beginner boxing guidance for Bromley. Adults should use the adult beginner route; juniors should use Junior Recreational.
If you are new to boxing in Bromley, start with the route that matches the person training. Adults usually test a coached group class first. Children and teenagers should use Junior Recreational. Paid personal training is separate if you want one-to-one correction before joining a room.
You do not need to be fit first, polished or ready to spar. A useful beginner session should make the basics clearer: stance, guard, footwork, straight punches, bag work, pad work and how the rounds are coached.
Use the adult beginner guide or Adult Recreational class page for group training. If you want slower private correction first, compare the paid Bromley personal training route before booking a free group trial. Check current prices if price is part of the decision.
ADULT BEGINNERS
The main adult route for complete beginners travelling from Bromley. Covers what to expect, fitness level, contact and how the free trial works.
Read the adult beginner guideJUNIOR BEGINNERS
For children and teenagers aged 7-16 starting with non-contact coaching and structured basics.
View Junior RecreationalBEGINNERS GUIDE
Everything adult beginners need to know before the first session.
Read the adult beginner guidePRIVATE COACHING
Paid one-to-one coaching if you want a slower start or more correction.
View beginner PT optionsBromley beginner route
Choose the first session that fits your reason for starting
From Bromley, most adults should start with a scheduled group-class trial at the Kidbrooke gym. Use that first visit to check whether the coach explains clearly, whether the pace feels manageable and whether the room feels organised enough to come back. The useful test is class fit, not how polished you look in round one.
If you are booking for a child or teenager, use Junior Recreational instead of the adult beginner route. Parents can watch the setup, check supervision, ask about the class pathway and use the on-site parking before deciding whether the weekly trip works for the family.
If you want privacy, slower correction or a confidence-building start before joining a room, compare paid Bromley personal training first. Keep that separate from the free group-class trial, then choose the route that matches the person training rather than forcing every beginner through the same first step.
GETTING HERE FROM BROMLEY
24 MIN BY CAR
Free parking on site. Drop-off and pick-up is straightforward.
57 MIN BY TRANSPORT
Via Southeastern to Kidbrooke. Kidbrooke Station is nearby.
FREE PARKING
122 Broad Walk, Kidbrooke, SE3 8ND. On-site car park.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need experience to start boxing near Bromley? +
No experience needed at all. Most of our members started as complete beginners. Our coaches teach you from scratch and adapt to your fitness level.
What should I bring to my first class? +
Comfortable workout clothes, trainers, and a water bottle. We provide all the equipment you need for your first few sessions. Book a trial so Anton knows you are coming, then come ready to work.
How do I get from Bromley to your gym? +
We are 24 minutes from Bromley by car. By public transport it takes around 57 minutes via Southeastern to Kidbrooke. Free parking is available at our Kidbrooke gym, 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.
What does a boxing for beginners class involve? +
Your first beginner boxing class covers stance, guard, footwork, basic punches, bag work, pad work, and fitness conditioning. The aim is to teach real boxing safely, not to throw you into sparring before you are ready.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR FIRST SESSION
Your first beginner boxing class near Bromley starts with the basics: stance, guard, footwork and the jab. If you are coming from Bromley, start with the best class route and check how to get to the gym.
If you are an adult beginner, start with Adult Beginner Boxing. If you are booking for a child or teenager, use Junior Recreational.
All equipment is provided for the first few sessions. Bring comfortable workout clothes, trainers and a water bottle. Once you decide boxing is for you, our coaches can recommend the right gloves and hand wraps for your level.
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Ages 7-16 near Bromley
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CLAIM YOUR FREE TRIAL
For Kidbrooke beginners, adults should start with Adult Beginner Boxing and juniors should start with Junior Recreational.
Honour and Glory Boxing Club
Honour and Glory is a boxing club in Kidbrooke, SE3, based at 122 Broad Walk. Beginner-friendly adult classes run 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
Adults, Women's, Junior Recreational, Junior Competitive
First session
Free. Book a trial so Anton knows you are coming.
GETTING HERE FROM BROMLEY
Our Location
Honour & Glory Boxing Club
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
By Car
About 24 minutes by car from Bromley towards Kidbrooke, with free parking at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.
By Bus
Public transport is possible via Bromley to Eltham or Kidbrooke connections. Check the route on the day before booking if you are not driving.
By Train
Bromley South to Grove Park, then change towards Kidbrooke. Allow time for the change and walk to the club.
Travel Times
- Bromley24 min drive 57 min public transport (Southeastern to Kidbrooke)
- Grove Park14 min drive 49 min public transport (Bus 178 via Lee Green)
- Chislehurst21 min drive 43 min public transport (Bus 161)
- Catford22 min drive 52 min public transport (Bus 54 + 89)
- Downham27 min drive 67 min public transport (Bus 208 + 122)
OUR CLASSES
Structured classes run through the week, with open sessions at weekends
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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