Adult Recreational
The normal beginner route for adults. Learn boxing fundamentals, build fitness through the sport and train without pressure to compete.
Adult classFirst-class support for new adults
A calm first route for Eltham adults who want to learn boxing properly without pretending they already know what they are doing.
If you are searching for beginner boxing near Eltham, you probably want a straight answer before booking: will the class suit someone who is new, unfit, nervous or out of practice? The Adult Recreational route at Honour and Glory is designed to give adults a structured way into boxing without needing previous experience.
You do not need to arrive fit. You do not need to know how to wrap hands, move around a ring or hit pads. The first group-class trial is there to introduce the room, the coaches and the basic rhythm of training. Expect stance, guard, footwork, bags, pads and simple corrections rather than being thrown into sparring.
For Eltham adults, the Kidbrooke gym is close enough to test properly before making boxing part of the week. If you want private coaching first, paid PT is the better route. If you want the group-class feel, book the free trial and use the first session to see whether the coaching style works for you.
Use the links below to choose by person and purpose before booking. If you are choosing for a child, start with the junior route. If you are new as an adult, start with the beginner route. If you want women-specific training, use the women's route. If price or private coaching matters, check the current prices or the Eltham PT route first.
The normal beginner route for adults. Learn boxing fundamentals, build fitness through the sport and train without pressure to compete.
Adult classUse personal training if you want one-to-one correction, a quieter start or a specific technical goal before joining a class.
Eltham PTCheck the current price route before booking if cost is part of the decision. Group classes and PT are separate products.
PricesThe Kidbrooke gym is at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND. By car from Eltham, allow for the short A2 route and use the venue parking. By public transport, check the 132 or 286 bus route, or train to Kidbrooke and the final walk. If the travel, price or class fit is uncertain, message before booking.
Can you follow the coaching? Does the pace feel manageable? Do you like learning through bags, pads and movement? Those answers matter more than being fit on arrival.
Drive to the Kidbrooke gym and use the venue parking, or check the bus and train route before setting off. The aim is a simple first visit, not a complicated commute.
Beginners should learn stance, guard, balance, footwork and basic punch mechanics first. Anything more advanced comes later and only where appropriate.
Yes. Fitness builds through regular coached training. You do not need to be fit before the first trial.
If you are unsure, ask the club before buying kit. Bring water, comfortable sportswear and trainers for the first visit.
Yes. The route is based on coach-led basics and controlled progress, not showing off.
Book a free scheduled group-class trial from Eltham, or message first if you need help choosing between group boxing and paid personal training.
Honour & Glory Boxing Club
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
Head north on Well Hall Road to the A2. Take the Kidbrooke exit. We're on Broad Walk - about 8 minutes total. Free parking at the venue.
The 286 runs from Eltham High Street to Kidbrooke. Get off at Broad Walk - we're right there. About 15 minutes door to door.
Eltham to Kidbrooke is one stop on Southeastern trains. Then an 8-minute walk south to the gym.
Structured classes run through the week, with open sessions at weekends
17+
Real boxing training for fitness. Learn technique, hit pads, skip rope - no sparring required.
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30-9:00pm
£10/session
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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 →7-16
Learn proper boxing technique, improve fitness and self-confidence. No experience needed.
Mon/Wed/Fri 5-6pm
£8.50/session
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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
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Dedicated women-only boxing sessions in a supportive, empowering environment.
Saturdays 10am-11am
£10/session
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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 →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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