Parks and open spaces
Eltham Common
A Shooters Hill and Eltham open-space landmark for people comparing nearby fitness, sport and travel routes.
Teen junior route
TEEN BOXING NEAR WELLING
For Welling families choosing a structured first boxing class, a sensible progression route, and paid private coaching only when a group trial is not the right start.
Teen boxing near Welling is usually a shared decision between a parent and an older junior. A thirteen-year-old who wants a proper sport, a fifteen-year-old asking about amateur boxing, and a teenager moving on from general fitness all need the same first safeguard: a coached room where basics come before labels.
Honour and Glory trains juniors at 122 Broad Walk in Kidbrooke. The current Welling route record estimates 12 minutes by car and notes free parking at the venue. For public transport, check TfL's live journey planner for the route and time that suit the class. Recheck live conditions before each journey.
For most teenagers, the right first booking is a scheduled Junior Recreational group-class trial. It covers stance, guard, footwork, bag work, pad work, control and coach feedback without asking the family to decide on competition straight away. Junior Competitive is there for suitable young boxers from age 10, but it should follow coach judgement, not a rushed first-session promise.
Parent checks
Choose the class route before chasing progression
The first session should answer whether your teenager suits the coaching room, not force a competition decision before they have learned the basics.
Class fit
Junior Recreational is the normal first route for most Welling teenagers. It gives coaches a fair view of movement, listening and room fit.
Experience
No boxing background is needed for the recreational route. Previous sport helps, but attention and willingness to learn matter more.
Maturity
Coaches look for safe control, effort, patience and the ability to take correction. Aggression is not the starting point.
Travel
Welling families can keep the route simple by checking the Kidbrooke gym drive, bus options and parking before the first booking.
Class routes
Recreational first, competitive when suitable
Junior Recreational is the sensible first choice for most teenagers from Welling because it tests the real things that matter: listening, rhythm, safety, attention, effort and whether the young boxer wants to come back after a proper coached session.
Junior Competitive is more selective. It is not a shortcut to sparring and not a label to apply because a teenager is enthusiastic. If amateur boxing is the long-term aim, book the group-class trial, tell the coaches that goal, and let them explain what readiness would need to look like.
If the young boxer already has recent club, sparring or bout experience, a parent or guardian can use the assessment route on the Competitive Boxing page before choosing a session. The enquiry does not guarantee a squad place or competition date.
Paid personal training can help a teenager who needs private coaching, a quieter start or extra technical support. It is arranged separately and is not part of the free group-class trial route.
Current junior class facts
Junior RecreationalAges 7-16Mon/Wed/Fri 6-7pm from 1 July to 1 SeptemberThe normal first group-class trial route for most Welling teenagers. Junior CompetitiveAges 10-16Mon/Wed/Fri 6:00-7:30pmFor coach-assessed young boxers. Experienced under-18s use the parent or guardian assessment route before attending. Paid Welling PTUse this if private coaching is the real requirement. Group-class trials and PT enquiries are separate.
First session
What should a Welling teenager expect?
The first session should feel structured and understandable. Coaches will explain what to practise, correct basics and watch how the young boxer responds. A teenager does not need to arrive fit, experienced or ready to spar to take a useful first step.
Bring comfortable sports clothes, trainers and water. If your teenager does not own wraps or gloves yet, ask before buying a full kit list. The first visit is about reading the class, the pace and the coaching style.
If your teenager is nervous, say that when booking. If they are keen on competition, say that too, but keep the first visit grounded: learn the room, take feedback, then ask what route makes sense next.
Welling travel basics
- Training is at 122 Broad Walk, Kidbrooke, SE3 8ND.
- The location source estimates 12 minutes by car and notes free venue parking.
- For public transport, Check TfL's live journey planner for the public-transport route and journey time that suit your starting point and class time.
- Times are planning estimates rather than arrival guarantees. Test the route around the actual class time.
Related Welling routes
Use these routes if you want more detail on junior training, parent checks, class prices, coach background or paid private coaching before you book.
Kids boxing
The wider junior route for children, younger teenagers and parent decision support.
Parents
Safety, supervision and first-session questions for families.
Classes and prices
Current class routes, pay-as-you-go pricing and no-contract detail.
Competitive assessment
Parent or guardian route for an under-18 boxer who already has relevant experience.
Coaches
Understand the coaching team before choosing a first class.
Paid PT
Private coaching by enquiry when a group trial 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 keep paid private coaching separate if that is the better fit.
Nearby landmarks
Sense-check the route from Welling
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.
Local landmarks
Eltham Palace
A high-recognition Eltham landmark for placing the club route from SE9 and the wider Eltham side of Greenwich.
Local landmarks
Charlton House
A Charlton landmark for visitors comparing the route from SE7, Woolwich Common and Greenwich side neighbourhoods.
Schools and colleges
Thomas Tallis School
A nearby secondary school reference point for parents comparing after-school sport, youth boxing and transport to Kidbrooke.
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+
Coach-assessed competitive training for adults with the foundations, consistency and experience for the squad route.
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30-9:00pm
£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 6-7pm from 1 July to 1 September
£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
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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