Junior Recreational first
The standard starting point for ages 7 to 16. It teaches boxing fundamentals, movement, pads and controlled effort without rushing children into contact.
Junior RecreationalRotherhithe parents
Kids boxing near Rotherhithe with a clear first-class route
Start with Junior Recreational from age 7, then let the coach guide the next step after your child has tried the Kidbrooke gym.
For Rotherhithe parents, the first question is not whether boxing sounds exciting. It is whether the class is safe, structured and suitable for your child from the first session. Honour and Glory gives families a practical route: book a free Junior Recreational trial, come to the Kidbrooke gym and judge the coaching environment before deciding on regular training.
Junior Recreational is the normal first group route from age 7. The class focuses on stance, guard, footwork, bags, pads, coordination, listening and controlled effort. Children are not expected to arrive confident or sporty. They need to be ready to listen, follow instruction and try the basics in a supervised room.
Rotherhithe families often compare local after-school clubs, commercial gyms and sports activities around Canada Water or Surrey Quays. A boxing club is different because the coaching standard and room discipline matter. The first visit should show whether your child responds well to the class pace, the coach and the trip to Kidbrooke.
Choose your route
Start with the class that matches the person training
Competitive later
Junior Competitive is a later route from age 10 where suitable. Do not choose it as the first step unless a coach advises it.
Competitive pathwayPaid one to one
Use paid PT only when a child needs a quieter private start or specific coaching support. It is separate from the free group trial.
PT optionsFirst visit
What to check on the first visit
Arrive early enough to speak to the coach before the session starts. Tell them your child is new, nervous, energetic, shy or returning after time away. The first class is a fit check for the child and the parent: coaching tone, listening standards, space, parking and whether the trip can work on a normal week.
Do not judge the session by whether your child looks perfect immediately. Look for whether they are coached, corrected and kept engaged. If they enjoy the structure and can follow the room, the next step is simple: keep attending Junior Recreational and let the coach guide progression.
Driving from Rotherhithe
Check live traffic and leave enough time for the first conversation with the coach. Parking and arrival calm matter more with children than shaving a few minutes from the route.
Driving directionsTransit with children
Public transport can work from Canada Water or Surrey Quays, but parents should test the route against the exact class arrival time before booking.
Transit directionsPrices for juniors
Use the prices route for current junior class information. Avoid relying on old article snippets or screenshots when comparing options.
Check pricesAsk before booking
WhatsApp the club if your child is nervous, younger, has never boxed or may need a paid private route before joining a group.
Ask on WhatsAppJunior group training is structured around fundamentals, listening and controlled effort. It is not a free-for-all gym session.
The free trial belongs to scheduled group classes. Private junior coaching, where appropriate, is paid and arranged by enquiry.
The parent decision is practical: safe room, clear coaching, a route your child can repeat, and a class that fits their age and readiness.
Helpful next checks
Compare the main routes before booking
Kids boxing near Rotherhithe
Parent-focused route for Junior Recreational, first class expectations and what to check before booking.
Kids routeBeginner boxing near Rotherhithe
Adult beginner route with no sparring pressure, coach-led basics and practical first-session guidance.
Beginner routeWomen-specific boxing
Women-specific and mixed adult options, with clear guidance on choosing the right first class.
Women routeFitness boxing near Rotherhithe
Use boxing skill, bags, pads and consistent coaching as the fitness route rather than a generic gym plan.
Fitness routePrices
Check current class prices before comparing group classes with paid personal training.
Check pricesPersonal training
Paid one to one coaching is available by enquiry when a private start makes more sense than a group trial.
PT optionsRotherhithe parents questions before the first class
What age can children start?
Junior Recreational is the normal first group route from age 7. Junior Competitive is a later pathway from age 10 where suitable.
Will my child spar in the first session?
No. The first step is fundamentals, movement, pads, bags and learning the room. Competitive progression is coach-led and comes later.
Should I book PT instead of a group trial?
Usually start with the group-class route. Use WhatsApp if you think a paid private start would suit your child better.
Book a junior boxing trial from Rotherhithe
Choose the right free group-class trial, or message first if paid personal training is the better start.
GETTING HERE FROM ROTHERHITHE
Our Location
Honour & Glory Boxing Club
122 Broad Walk
LondonSE3 8ND
By Car
Head south via the A2 towards Kidbrooke. Around 22 minutes. Free parking at the youth centre.
By Bus
Bus 188 towards North Greenwich, then 286 to Kidbrooke. Around 58 minutes.
By Train
Jubilee line to North Greenwich, then bus 286 to Kidbrooke. Or Overground to New Cross then Southeastern to Kidbrooke.
Travel Times
- Rotherhithe22 min drive 58 min public transport (Bus 188 to 286)
- Deptford16 min drive 45 min public transport (Bus 177 via Greenwich)
- New Cross18 min drive 41 min public transport (Southeastern)
- Bermondsey24 min drive 56 min public transport (Bus 188 to 286)
Nearby landmarks
Sense-check the route from Rotherhithe
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.
OUR CLASSES
Structured classes run through the week, with open sessions at weekends
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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
£10/session
View →Adult Competitive
17+
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 →Junior Recreational
7-16
Learn proper boxing technique, improve fitness and self-confidence. No experience needed.
Mon/Wed/Fri 5-6pm
£8.50/session
View →Junior Competitive
10-16
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
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
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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