Age and readiness
Start with Junior Recreational from age 7. Younger children or children needing extra support should be discussed before booking.
Junior classParent decision support
Dartford parents guide to the first kids boxing trial
Use the first junior session to check supervision, age fit, coaching tone, parking and whether your child is ready for the group route.
Parents in Dartford are usually making a bigger decision than choosing an after-school activity. You want to know whether the junior class is structured, whether your child will be supervised, whether the coach can hold the room and whether the club in Kidbrooke works for regular training.
Junior Recreational is the normal first route from age 7. It is a coached group class focused on listening, balance, stance, guard, footwork, bags, pads and controlled effort. It is not a promise that your child will compete, and it is not a substitute for paid one to one coaching.
Use the first visit as a calm check. Watch how your child responds to instructions, whether they understand the pace and whether they want to return. If they need individual support first, message the club and ask about paid PT. If the group route fits, book the junior trial and make the decision after seeing the room.
Choose your route
Start with the class that matches the person training
What to watch
Look for clear instructions, safe boundaries, controlled effort and whether your child listens and settles.
Kids routeWhen PT is better
Paid personal training can help if your child needs a quieter start or individual feedback before joining a group.
PT optionsFirst visit
Make the decision after seeing the room
Bring your child in comfortable sports clothes with trainers and water. Arrive a few minutes early so the first impression is not rushed. Tell the coach if your child is nervous, new to sport or likely to need clearer instructions.
After the session, keep the decision practical. Did your child listen? Did the class feel controlled? Did the travel work? Did the coach give enough structure? If yes, the group route is probably the right start. If no, ask whether PT or a later attempt is more sensible.
By car from Dartford
Allow around 24 minutes in normal traffic from Dartford towards the club in Kidbrooke. The A2 route and free parking at 122 Broad Walk make the first visit simpler for parents, adult beginners and anyone bringing kit.
Open driving directionsBy public transport
Check live directions from Dartford station before leaving. Rail and bus combinations can work, but the first visit is easier when you allow time for changes, the final walk and a calm arrival before class.
Open transit directionsWhen price matters
Check current prices before booking if you are comparing group classes with paid private coaching. The free trial is for scheduled group classes, not personal training.
Check pricesIf you are unsure
Message the club if you are choosing for a nervous child, returning after time away, or comparing a group trial with one to one coaching.
Ask on WhatsAppHonour and Glory is a community boxing club in Kidbrooke with structured coaching for juniors, adults, women and competitive pathways where appropriate.
The first session should help you judge class fit, coaching tone, parking, travel and whether the club in Kidbrooke works for regular training from Dartford.
Free trials stay with scheduled group classes. Personal training is paid and enquiry led, with the general PT route available when private coaching is the better start.
Helpful next checks
Compare the main routes before booking
Dartford questions before the first class
What should Dartford parents check first?
Check age fit, instructions, supervision, parking, travel and whether your child wants to return.
Is Junior Competitive the first step?
No. Junior Recreational is the usual first route from age 7. Junior Competitive is a later pathway for suitable young boxers.
Can PT replace the free junior trial?
PT is paid and enquiry led. It can be useful, but it is separate from the free group-class trial.
Book the junior trial with the right expectations
Choose the right free group-class trial, or message first if paid personal training is the better start.
GETTING HERE FROM DARTFORD
Our Location
Honour & Glory Boxing Club
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
By Car
24 minutes via the A2 westbound towards London. Exit at Kidbrooke interchange. Free parking at the venue.
By Bus
The 96 or B12 to Bexleyheath, then 89 towards Kidbrooke. Takes about 45 minutes - car is better.
By Train
Dartford to Woolwich Arsenal, then bus to Kidbrooke. About 35 minutes total. Driving is faster!
Travel Times
- Dartford24 min drive 53 min public transport (Southeastern)
- Bexley16 min drive 43 min public transport (Bus 132)
- Erith21 min drive 39 min public transport (Southeastern)
- Dartford Town Centre24 min drive 53 min public transport (Southeastern)
- Stone24 min drive 53 min public transport (Southeastern)
Nearby landmarks
Sense-check the route from Dartford
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.
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.
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
Charlton House
A Charlton landmark for visitors comparing the route from SE7, Woolwich Common and Greenwich side neighbourhoods.
Parks and open spaces
Eltham Common
A Shooters Hill and Eltham open-space landmark for people comparing nearby fitness, sport and travel routes.
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.
Local landmarks
Severndroog Castle
A Shooters Hill landmark that helps visitors place the gym relative to the hill, Oxleas Wood and Woolwich side 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; team sessions from £5 after coach invite
View →Junior Recreational
7-16
Learn proper boxing technique, improve fitness and self-confidence. No experience needed.
Mon/Wed/Fri 6-7pm from 1 July to 1 September
£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; team sessions from £5 after coach invite
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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