Local landmarks
Charlton House
A Charlton landmark for visitors comparing the route from SE7, Woolwich Common and Greenwich side neighbourhoods.
No experience needed
Beginner boxing near Charlton
A calm first route for Charlton adults and juniors who are new to boxing.
First class
You do not need to be fit, polished or ready to spar
If you are new to boxing in Charlton, start with the route that matches the person training. Adults usually test a coached group class first. Children and teenagers use Junior Recreational. Paid personal training is separate if you want one-to-one correction before joining a room.
A useful beginner session teaches the basics clearly: stance, guard, footwork, straight punches, bag rounds, pad work and how to listen during a coached round. You are not expected to know the language or look sharp on day one.
The first trial should answer whether the class feels understandable and whether the coach gives enough correction for you to return. It should not pressure you into sparring or pretend one session changes everything.
Adult beginners
Use the adult beginner guide or Adult Recreational route for group training.
Read beginner guideJunior beginners
Children and teenagers should use Junior Recreational rather than an adult beginner class.
Junior RecreationalPaid private start
Use paid Charlton personal training if privacy or slower correction matters more than a group trial.
Charlton PT
Arrival
How to make the first visit simple
Wear comfortable training clothes and trainers, bring water and arrive a little early so the coach knows you are new. You do not need to buy gloves before the first visit unless the team tells you otherwise.
From Charlton, driving to the Kidbrooke gym is usually the simplest first-session option because parking is on site. If you use buses, check the route before booking so you can focus on the class rather than rushing into the room late.
Choose the next step from Charlton
Frequently asked questions
Do I need boxing experience? +
No. Beginners are expected. The first sessions cover basic movement, guard, straight punches, bags, pads and class rhythm.
Will I have to spar? +
No. Sparring is not a first-session requirement. The beginner route is about learning the basics safely.
Should beginners choose PT or a group trial? +
Most beginners should try the group class first. Choose paid PT if you want privacy, individual correction or a slower private start.
GETTING HERE FROM CHARLTON
Our Location
Honour & Glory Boxing Club
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
By Car
Head south on the A102 Blackwall Tunnel Approach, then take the A2 towards Eltham. Exit at Kidbrooke. Total drive: about 10 minutes. Free parking at the venue.
By Bus
The 486 runs from Charlton to North Greenwich, then change to the 178 or 286 to Kidbrooke. About 38 minutes total.
By Train
Charlton to Kidbrooke requires a change at Lewisham. Driving is usually quicker from Charlton.
Travel Times
- Charlton10 min drive 35 min public transport (Bus 486/177)
- Greenwich4 min drive 25 min public transport (Bus 132)
- Shooters Hill4 min drive 18 min public transport (Bus 486/89)
- Blackheath7 min drive 24 min public transport (Bus 89)
- Woolwich9 min drive 25 min public transport (Bus 161/178)
Nearby landmarks
Sense-check the route from Charlton
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.
Hospitals and healthcare
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
A major Woolwich and Charlton landmark that helps people place the club when travelling from the eastern side of Greenwich borough.
Parks and open spaces
Hornfair Park
A Charlton and Shooters Hill sports and park reference for families checking nearby activity options.
Sports venues
Charlton Park Rugby Club
A SE7 sports landmark for people comparing local team sport, fitness and boxing training routes.
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.
Sports venues
Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre
A familiar nearby sports reference point for Kidbrooke, Eltham, Blackheath and Greenwich families comparing regular activities.
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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