PARENTS' GUIDE TO KIDS BOXING NEAR CANARY WHARF

What to expect from junior boxing at the Kidbrooke gym

Kidbrooke parents are choosing a room as much as an activity. The gym is on Broad Walk, so the first visit should answer the practical questions quickly: who is coaching, how the class is structured and whether your child settles into the instructions.

Junior Recreational starts from age 7 and is the normal first step. Parents can stay and watch, parking is on site, and the free trial is for the scheduled group class rather than private coaching.

WHY KIDBROOKE PARENTS CHOOSE US

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

Many members stay because the room feels structured, familiar and rooted in the local club rather than a one-off activity slot.

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.

Supervised junior boxing class at Honour and Glory near Canary Wharf — The Kidbrooke parent decision is about supervision, structure and whether the first trial feels calm enough to repeat.

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.

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 CANARY WHARF

15 MIN BY CAR

Free parking on site. Drop-off and pick-up is straightforward at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.

35 MIN BY TRANSPORT

Via Jubilee to North Greenwich + bus 335. 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 Canary Wharf? +

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 Canary Wharf? +

Yes. Children can try a scheduled group class with no obligation. Book through the website or message us on WhatsApp. We are 15 minutes from Canary Wharf by car and about 35 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.

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Honour 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.

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GETTING HERE FROM CANARY WHARF

Our Location

Honour & Glory Boxing Club

122 Broad Walk

LondonSE3 8ND

By Car

About 15 minutes from Canary Wharf or the Isle of Dogs via the Blackwall Tunnel when traffic is light. Be honest with yourself about rush hour - the tunnel approach queues, so allow extra time for weekday evening classes. Free parking is available at the gym at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.

By Bus

From the Isle of Dogs, cross to North Greenwich by Jubilee line or local buses, then take the 335 bus towards Kidbrooke Village and walk the final stretch to Broad Walk. Check live times before you set off.

By Train

Jubilee line one stop to North Greenwich then the 335 bus, or DLR to Lewisham followed by a Southeastern train to Kidbrooke via Blackheath. Allow around 35 min door to door either way. Kidbrooke station is an 8-minute walk from the gym.

Travel Times

Canary Wharf
15 min drive 35 min public transport (Jubilee to North Greenwich + bus 335)
Greenwich
4 min drive 25 min public transport (Bus 132)
Blackheath
7 min drive 24 min public transport (Bus 89)
Deptford
16 min drive 45 min public transport (Bus 177 via Greenwich)
Isle of Dogs / Island Gardens
18 min drive 40 min public transport (DLR to Lewisham then train)

Nearby landmarks

Sense-check the route from Canary Wharf

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.

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Local landmarks

One Canada Square

The tower at the centre of Canary Wharf: if your day ends near it, the Kidbrooke gym is a Blackwall Tunnel drive or a Jubilee-and-bus trip away, not a cross-London trek.

Stations and transport

Crossrail Place

The Elizabeth line station building and roof garden on the north dock: a recognisable meeting point before sharing a lift through the Blackwall Tunnel to training.

Parks and open spaces

Mudchute Park and Farm

One of the biggest green spaces on the Isle of Dogs, with the city farm: families who already do weekend trips here will find a Saturday class at Kidbrooke a similar-sized outing.

Parks and open spaces

Island Gardens

The riverside park at the southern tip of the Isle of Dogs, facing Greenwich: the foot tunnel entrance here is the scenic walking start to a Kidbrooke trip.

Parks and open spaces

Millwall Park

A major Isle of Dogs open space for running and grassroots sport: if you already train outdoors here, coached boxing at Kidbrooke adds structure a short river crossing away.

Local neighbourhoods