PARENTS' GUIDE TO KIDS BOXING NEAR GREENWICH

What to expect from junior boxing at the Kidbrooke gym

For Greenwich parents, the decision is practical before it is sporting: is the junior class organised, will the room feel calm enough, and will your child understand what is being asked of them?

The trial happens at H&G's Kidbrooke gym. Junior Recreational is the normal first route for ages 7 to 16, with parents welcome to watch and free parking available on site. Use the first visit to judge structure, supervision and whether the class is right for your child.

WHAT GREENWICH PARENTS SHOULD CHECK

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

The key test is whether the junior setup, class structure and coaching tone feel right for your child.

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 Greenwich — For Greenwich families, the first trial should show the junior coaching environment: clear instructions, supervision and age-appropriate drills.

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 GREENWICH

10 MIN BY CAR

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

25 MIN BY TRANSPORT

Via Bus 178 or 286. 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 Greenwich? +

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 Greenwich? +

Yes. Children can try a scheduled group class with no obligation. Book through the website or message us on WhatsApp. We are 10 minutes from Greenwich by car and about 25 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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Book a free Junior Recreational trial at the Kidbrooke gym so the coaches know your child is coming.

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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 GREENWICH

Our Location

Honour & Glory Boxing Club

122 Broad Walk

LondonSE3 8ND

By Car

Around 10 minutes by car from Greenwich town centre in normal traffic. Free parking is available at the gym on Broad Walk, just off the A2/Rochester Way route into Kidbrooke.

By Bus

Bus routes 178 and 286 connect Greenwich and Kidbrooke. Check the current route before travelling, then use Broad Walk / Kidbrooke as the final stop area.