Ages 7 to 16
Kids boxing classes in Greenwich
Structured, safe, coached by qualified adults who genuinely care. From first steps at age 7 to competitive training at 16. Everyone starts somewhere.
DBS checked coaches - ABA affiliated - from £8.50/session per session - first class free
Why parents choose boxing
Boxing teaches children things that football, swimming and gymnastics do not. It is individual - there is nowhere to hide and nobody else to blame. Every session is a small lesson in discipline, focus and self-belief.
Confidence
The biggest change parents notice. Children who box carry themselves differently. They make eye contact, speak up, stand taller. It comes from knowing they can do hard things.
Discipline
Sessions have structure. Children follow instructions, wait their turn, respect their coaches and training partners. These habits carry over into school and home life.
Focus
Boxing demands concentration. You cannot throw a proper combination while thinking about something else. For children who struggle to focus in school, boxing can be transformative.
Fitness
Boxing is a full-body workout disguised as a skill. Children get fitter without realising it because they are having fun. Coordination, agility, stamina - it all improves session by session.
Resilience
Learning to box means learning to fail and try again. A combination that feels impossible in week one becomes second nature by week six. That process teaches children something valuable about persistence.
Belonging
A boxing gym is a community. Children make friends across ages and backgrounds. They cheer each other on, help each other improve, and feel part of something bigger than themselves.
Find their age group
Junior Recreational
7 to 16 years old - £8.50/session until first amateur fight, then £5/session per session
Fun, energetic sessions designed to build coordination, confidence and basic boxing skills. Think of it as structured play with boxing at the centre. Children learn stance, guard, simple combinations and footwork through games and drills. No contact whatsoever.
What they will learn
→ Basic boxing stance and guard
→ Simple 2-3 punch combinations
→ Footwork games and agility drills
→ Skipping and coordination exercises
→ Listening skills and following instructions
→ Taking turns and working with partners
Junior Competitive
10 to 16 years old - £8.50/session until first amateur fight, then £5/session per session
Competition-focused boxing training for ages 10-16. Sessions include technical drilling, conditioning, sparring progression, and a clear amateur pathway for young boxers who want to compete.
What they will learn
→ Full range of punches (jab, cross, hook, uppercut)
→ Defensive skills - slipping, blocking, rolling
→ Pad work with qualified coaches
→ Heavy bag technique and combinations
→ Boxing fitness and conditioning
→ Discipline, respect and self-control
Want to compete?
For juniors (10-16) who want to take boxing further, our Junior Competitive sessions focus on competition preparation, sparring and ringcraft. This is by progression from the recreational class - your child's coaches will let you know when they are ready.
When are the classes?
We run kids sessions up to five days a week across both age groups.
Pay as you go. No contracts, no joining fee. First session free.
Quick guide by age
Searching for boxing for a specific age? Here is exactly where your child fits.
7 years old
Junior Recreational
Youngest new starters
8 years old
Junior Recreational
Building coordination
9 years old
Junior Recreational
Developing technique
10 years old
Junior Competitive
Competition pathway opens
11 years old
Juniors
Proper training
12 years old
Juniors
Skill development
13 years old
Juniors
Building strength
14 years old
Juniors
Competition option
15 years old
Juniors
Advanced training
16 years old
Juniors
Transition to adults
Not sure which class? Get in touch and we will help you find the right fit.
Questions parents ask
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My child is 14/15/16 - is it too late to start? +
Your child's safety is not negotiable
Every coach working with children at Honour & Glory is DBS checked and safeguarding certified. We follow England Alliance Boxing guidelines, maintain appropriate ratios and take child protection seriously. It is the minimum standard, and we exceed it.
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What parents say
"Coaches are excellent, great positive atmosphere. My grandson loves it. I highly recommend this boxing club - very inclusive and friendly."
Kim N. - Grandparent
"My 14 year old son is training here. He loves going to boxing class every week and really enjoys it. Affordable price also."
Mai O. - Parent
"My son has been training here for two years and the transformation is incredible. Not just physically, his confidence, discipline and respect have grown massively."
Sarah M. - Parent
Bring them along
First session is free. No equipment needed, no commitment. Just a child who fancies giving boxing a go and a parent who is happy to let them try.
Trusted by 200+ families in Greenwich & SE London.
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