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Choose the right first class for your child

Boxing for Hayes parents

A practical guide for Hayes parents deciding whether junior boxing at the Kidbrooke gym is right for their child.

Hayes parents are usually trying to answer a practical question: will this class suit my child? Honour and Glory runs junior boxing at the Kidbrooke gym, close enough for Hayes families to test with a free group-class trial before choosing regular training.

The normal starting point is Junior Recreational for children aged 7 to 16. The first class is not about rushing a child towards sparring or competition. It is about listening, stance, balance, guard, footwork, bags, pads and controlled effort in a supervised room. Parents can use that first session to judge whether the structure works.

If your child is nervous, very new to group sport, older and already ambitious, or likely to need more individual correction, ask before booking. The free trial is for group classes. Paid PT is available as a separate route for children who need a private start or focused support.

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 Hayes PT route first.

Junior boxing coaching for parents comparing classes near Hayes
Parents should use the first session to watch how their child listens, moves and responds to supervised coaching.

Choose the right first route

Junior Recreational

The normal group-class start for children aged 7 to 16. Use it to test listening, coach fit, movement and the class environment.

Junior route

Junior Competitive later

A more committed pathway can be discussed later for children who are ready. It should not be treated as the first-session promise.

Paid PT for specific needs

Use PT if your child needs a quieter start, individual correction, family scheduling or a more controlled introduction.

Hayes PT

Plan the first visit from Hayes

The Kidbrooke gym is at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND. By car from Hayes, use the route towards Bromley and the A20, then use the venue parking. By train, check Hayes to Kidbrooke via Lewisham and allow for the final walk. If the travel, price or class fit is uncertain, message before booking.

Parent checklist

Watch whether your child listens, follows instructions, handles the pace, feels safe and responds to correction. That is the real value of the first trial.

Travel and parking

The Kidbrooke gym has venue parking. If travelling by public transport from Hayes, check station and train options before setting off.

When not to book yet

Message first if you are unsure about age fit, group readiness or whether paid one-to-one coaching would be better.

Questions before you book

What is the first class for most children?

Junior Recreational is the normal group route for ages 7 to 16.

Is the trial free?

The free trial applies to scheduled group classes. PT is paid separately.

What should parents look for?

Look for calm supervision, clear instructions, controlled effort and whether your child wants to come back.

Start with the right first class

Book a free scheduled group-class trial from Hayes, or message first if you need help choosing between group boxing and paid personal training.

GETTING HERE FROM HAYES

Our Location

Honour & Glory Boxing Club

122 Broad Walk

LondonSE3 8ND

By Car

18 minutes via the A232 to Bromley then the A20 towards Kidbrooke. Free parking at the venue.

By Bus

Bus 119 or 146 towards Bromley, then connect to Eltham and Kidbrooke. Takes about 55 minutes.

By Train

Hayes to Kidbrooke via Lewisham on Southeastern trains. About 40 minutes with one change plus an 8-minute walk.

Travel Times

Nearby landmarks

Sense-check the route from Hayes

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.

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