PARENTS GUIDE ORPINGTON
Everything you need to know about children's boxing at Honour and Glory
What parents are choosing
Structured coaching in a supervised gym
The local parent pages point back to the same Kidbrooke club, so they should show the training environment families are considering: coaches, bags, pads and a room parents can understand before booking.
Thinking about boxing for your child near Orpington? Honour and Glory Boxing Club in Kidbrooke offers structured, safe boxing training for children from age 7. We are a community boxing club run by the local community, not a fitness franchise. Our priority is developing young people through sport.
We are just 17 minutes from Orpington by car, or about 45 minutes by public transport via Southeastern via Lewisham. Free parking is available on site and parents are welcome to stay and watch every session.
WHY PARENTS CHOOSE US
QUALIFIED COACHES
Every coach is ABA-qualified, DBS checked, and trained in safeguarding. Several have trained fighters at regional and national level. Your child learns from people who know what they are doing.
STRUCTURED CLASSES
Sessions follow a clear structure: warm-up, technique work, pad rounds, and conditioning. Children are grouped sensibly within Junior Recreational (7-16) and Junior Competitive (10-16) so training stays age-appropriate.
NO CONTRACTS
Group classes cost between 5 and 10 pounds per session. No joining fees, no monthly contracts, no lock-ins. Your child's first session is completely free with no obligation.
COMMUNITY VALUES
We are a community boxing club focused on the local community. Boxing teaches discipline, respect, and resilience. Many of our members have been with us for years because they feel part of something.
WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN
Boxing is more than hitting things. Children at Honour and Glory develop coordination, balance, and spatial awareness through footwork drills and movement exercises. They build cardiovascular fitness and strength without the monotony of running laps or doing press-ups.
The mental benefits are just as significant. Boxing requires focus, discipline, and the ability to control emotions under pressure. Children learn to listen to instructions, respect their training partners, and push through difficulty. These skills transfer directly to school and everyday life.
For children who want to compete, we offer a clear pathway through the Junior Competitive pathway. But there is zero pressure to fight. Many of our juniors train purely for fitness, confidence, and because they enjoy it.
CLASSES FOR YOUR CHILD
JUNIOR RECREATIONAL (7-16)
Coordination, movement, confidence 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
We take the safety of young people seriously. All coaches working with children hold enhanced DBS checks and follow the Amateur Boxing Alliance safeguarding policy. We have a designated safeguarding officer and clear reporting procedures.
Class sizes are kept manageable so every child receives proper attention. Children are never left unsupervised, and parents are welcome to watch from the viewing area at every session. We maintain a strict code of conduct for all members.
GETTING HERE FROM ORPINGTON
17 MIN BY CAR
Free parking on site. Drop-off and pick-up is straightforward at 122 Broad Walk, SE3 8ND.
45 MIN BY TRANSPORT
Via Southeastern via Lewisham. 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 Orpington? +
Yes. Our coaches are ABA-qualified and DBS checked. We follow strict safety protocols from the Amateur Boxing Alliance. Children wear appropriate protective equipment and are grouped by age and experience. Parents are welcome to watch every session.
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? +
Group classes cost between 5 and 10 pounds per session. There are no contracts, no joining fees, and no monthly commitments. Your child's first session is free.
Do you offer free trials for children near Orpington? +
Yes. Every child gets a free trial session with no obligation. Just book through our website or message us on WhatsApp. We are 17 minutes from Orpington by car and about 45 minutes by public transport.
What qualifications do your coaches have? +
The coaching team is ABA-qualified and affiliated with the Amateur Boxing Alliance, with BBBofC professional experience led by Anton Pattenden. Every coach working with children is DBS checked and trained in safeguarding. Several have trained fighters at regional and national level.
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.
CLAIM A FREE TRIAL
Just 17 minutes from Orpington. Your child's first session is free. Book a trial so Anton knows you are coming.
Book Free TrialHonour and Glory Boxing Club
Honour and Glory is a boxing club in Kidbrooke, SE3 - 17 minutes from Orpington by car, or 45 minutes by public transport (Southeastern via Lewisham). Classes run seven days a week 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. Classes cover recreational fitness, competitive boxing preparation, women's boxing, and junior development. The first session is always free.
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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