General Information
At what age can my child start at the academy?
Children can join from age 8 upwards. Our programme is for young people aged 8 to 15. Training groups are organised by age and ability, ensuring each child trains in a safe, supportive, and age-appropriate environment.
Can girls join the academy?
Yes. Moulescoomb Boxing Academy is fully inclusive and welcomes both boys and girls. Our programme helps all young people build confidence, discipline, and boxing skills.
Does my child need previous boxing experience?
No experience is required. Our structured pathway supports complete beginners through to more advanced youth boxers.
Is the academy safe?
Yes. Safety and welfare are our top priorities. All coaches are DBS-checked, qualified, and trained in safeguarding and first aid. Contact is introduced progressively according to each child's skills, confidence, control and individual readiness, and is managed in accordance with our Contact & Partner Work Policy.
Session Information
What should my child wear and bring?
Comfortable sportswear, a bottle of water, and boxing gloves with hand wraps. Starter kits are available and advice can be given.
Non-slip socks as training takes place on matted area (these can be purchased from us if needed).
What happens in a typical session?
Sessions include a warm-up, technical coaching, boxing-specific fitness, pad work, structured partner activities, and a cool-down. As children progress, controlled partner/contact work may be introduced according to their level and individual readiness.
Does my child have to take part in contact?
Contact is introduced progressively as children develop and is subject to individual readiness. Controlled partner/contact work forms part of the Academy progression pathway, so participation becomes an important part of progressing through the higher levels. Please see our Contact & Partner Work Policy for full details.
Can I stay and watch sessions?
Yes, for your child’s first session – you’re welcome to stay and watch while they settle in.
After that, we ask parents and carers not to stay and watch training sessions, as this helps children develop independence and stay focused during training. The university has a lovely on-site coffee shop where you can relax while sessions take place.
Parents and carers are welcome and encouraged to come and watch our assessments.
Booking & Costs
How much does the academy cost?
Monthly membership is £45 and covers one structured Academy training session per week. A one-off enrolment fee of £20 applies and includes the official Level 1 Academy T-shirt. Additional junior club sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays are available separately on a £5 PAYG basis.
How do assessments work?
Assessments typically take place at the end of each 12–13-week training block and are by invitation only. Invitations are based on readiness, including skill development, confidence, effort, discipline and attendance. Participation is optional; successful assessment is required to progress to the next level. The current assessment fee is £39. Successful boxers receive their next-level T-shirt, Certificate of Achievement and written assessment report. Level 1 assessment also includes the Assessment & Achievement Handbook.
When are the free taster sessions?
Free tasters run in our Level 1 session on Sundays, 10:00 – 11:00am, at the University of Brighton – Sport Brighton, Falmer. Book your free taster through Gymdesk.
How do we book sessions?
Bookings are made via the Gymdesk app:
Can memberships be paused?
Yes. Membership pauses are available for extended absences, such as holidays of two weeks or more. During an agreed pause period, membership payments are suspended and reactivated when your child returns to training. Please contact the Academy in advance to arrange this.
How do I cancel a membership?
Membership cancellations must be submitted in writing and are subject to 30 days’ notice. Any membership payments that fall due during the notice period remain payable. The enrolment fee, assessment fees and any membership fees already paid are non-refundable.
Other Information
Do you offer competitive boxing?
Competition is optional. Boxers who demonstrate the appropriate skill, commitment, and maturity may be invited onto a skills-bouts or carded boxing pathway.
What happens if my child misses a session?
We understand absences happen. Please let us know where possible. Academy membership covers the structured Sunday session; missed sessions are non-refundable and cannot normally be carried forward or credited. Optional junior sessions are also available at Moulescoomb ABC on Wednesdays 5–6pm and Fridays 6–7pm for £5 PAYG.
Do you offer private sessions?
Some of our coaches offer private 1:1 coaching sessions, subject to availability. These sessions are charged separately from membership. Please speak to Hayley or Nick for further information.
How do we stay in touch?
We communicate via email updates, text alerts, our website and Gymdesk platform, and official social media channels.
If you have any questions, queries or concerns you’re always welcome to contact us directly on