Parks and open spaces
Cator Park
A close Kidbrooke open-space landmark, useful for local families placing the gym in relation to the Village and station.
Older junior route
TEEN BOXING NEAR HITHER GREEN
For Hither Green families choosing a proper junior boxing route: start with the group class, keep competition coach-led, and use paid PT only when private support is the better fit.
Teen boxing near Hither Green is usually a parent-and-teenager decision, not just a class search. An older junior may want fitness, better boxing skills, a more serious training room, or a route towards amateur boxing. Parents usually need to know the class is structured, supervised and practical enough to attend after school.
Honour and Glory trains juniors at the Kidbrooke gym, 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND. From Hither Green, the route can work by train to Kidbrooke, bus links through Lee Green, or by car with venue parking. That local practicality matters because a teenager benefits most when the first class can become a steady training habit.
For most teenagers, the right first step is a scheduled Junior Recreational group-class trial. Coaches can then see how the young boxer listens, moves, takes correction and handles the room. Junior Competitive is available where suitable, but it should follow readiness and consistency rather than being treated as a first-session promise.
Parent checks
Decide the first route before chasing progression
Use the first session to check age fit, class fit, travel fit and motivation. You do not need to decide on competition before your teenager has trained in the room.
Class fit
The usual first route is Junior Recreational. It lets coaches assess movement, listening and attitude in a normal group setting.
Experience
No boxing background is needed for the recreational route. Previous sport helps, but coachability matters more than looking polished.
Readiness
Competitive training needs control, attention, regular attendance and parent understanding. Aggression is not the starting point.
Travel
Hither Green families should check the train, bus or car route against the class they want. A reliable route makes the decision easier.
Class routes
Recreational first, competitive when suitable
Junior Recreational is the right first choice for most Hither Green teenagers. It gives them stance, guard, footwork, bag work, pad work, class discipline and coach feedback without asking them to choose competition before they understand the sport.
Some teenagers arrive already focused on amateur boxing. That is useful context, not a guarantee. Coaches need to see safe control, technical basics, consistency and how the young boxer responds to feedback before a competitive pathway makes sense.
Paid personal training can help when a teenager needs private coaching, a quieter introduction or extra technical support before joining a group. Keep the free trial form for scheduled group classes and use WhatsApp or the paid PT route if private coaching is the better question.
Current junior class facts
Junior RecreationalAges 7-16Mon/Wed/Fri 5-6pm from 31 AugustThe normal first scheduled group-class route for most Hither Green teenagers. Junior CompetitiveAges 10-16Mon/Wed/Fri 6:00-7:30pmFor juniors a coach judges suitable for more committed competitive training. Paid PT near Hither GreenUse this if your teenager needs private coaching rather than a group-class trial.
First session
What should a Hither Green teenager expect?
The first session should feel organised and coach-led. Your teenager should know what they are being asked to practise, get corrections they can understand, and leave with a clear sense of whether the room suits them.
Bring comfortable sports clothing, trainers and water. If you do not already have wraps or gloves, ask before buying everything at once. The first visit is about class fit, coaching style and whether the route is practical from Hither Green.
If your teenager is nervous, say so when booking. If they are serious about amateur boxing, say that too, but keep the first session grounded: train once, listen carefully, then ask what the coach recommends next.
Hither Green travel basics
- Training is at 122 Broad Walk, Kidbrooke, SE3 8ND.
- The short train link to Kidbrooke can work well for older teenagers and parent-accompanied first visits.
- Bus links via Lee Green are useful if the station route does not fit your class time.
- Driving is straightforward for many families, and venue parking helps with drop-off and pick-up.
Related Hither Green routes
If you need more detail before booking, use these routes to separate parent reassurance, class prices, beginner support and paid private coaching.
Parents
Safety, supervision and first-session questions for parents.
Kids boxing
The wider junior route for children and younger teenagers.
Classes and prices
Check current class cards, price routes and no-contract detail.
Paid PT
Private coaching by enquiry when group class is not the right first step.
START WITH THE RIGHT JUNIOR TRIAL
Book the scheduled group-class trial, tell us your teenager's age and experience, and let the coaches point you to the right junior route.
GETTING HERE FROM HITHER GREEN
Our Location
Honour & Glory Boxing Academy
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
By Car
Easy access via the A2 or local roads. Free parking available at our Kidbrooke gym, 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.
By Bus
Bus 261 or 202 towards Lewisham, then 178 or 286 to Kidbrooke. About 49 minutes.
By Train
Hither Green to Kidbrooke is two stops on Southeastern trains - about 6 minutes. Then an 8-minute walk.
Travel Times
- Hither Green18 min drive 46 min public transport (Bus 178 via Lee Green)
- Lee10 min drive 32 min public transport (Bus 178)
- Grove Park14 min drive 49 min public transport (Bus 178 via Lee Green)
- Lewisham15 min drive 37 min public transport (Bus 122)
- Catford22 min drive 52 min public transport (Bus 54 + 89)
Nearby landmarks
Sense-check the route from Hither Green
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
Blackheath Hospital
A Blackheath and Lee landmark for adults and families checking the short route to Broad Walk.
Parks and open spaces
Manor House Gardens
A Lee and Hither Green landmark for families placing the Kidbrooke gym against nearby parks and bus 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.
Stations and transport
Kidbrooke Station
The closest rail landmark for the club, with the final journey on foot or local bus towards Broad Walk.
OUR CLASSES
Structured classes run through the week, with Open Boxing on Thursday evenings and Sundays
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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; Sat 9:00-10:00am
£10/session
View →Adult Competitive
17+
Coach-assessed competitive training for adults with the foundations, consistency and experience for the squad route.
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30-9:00pm; Sat 9:00-10:00am
£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 5-6pm from 31 August
£8.50/session
View →Junior Competitive
10-16
Coach-assessed competitive training for juniors aged 10-16, after the right recreational foundation or experience review.
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
Ask before bringing under-18s
Uncoached gym time for boxers who can train independently. Bags, floor work and conditioning.
Thu 6-9pm; Sun 9am-12pm
£10/session
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