Roman Gladiator School: Learn How to Become a Gladiator provided by Gladiator School of Rome
Roman Gladiator School: Learn How to Become a Gladiator
Roman Gladiator School: Learn How to Become a Gladiator
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About
Become a gladiator for a day by going to the Roman Gladiator School experience in Rome. This hands-on lesson includes tuition in fighting techniques using authentic weapons, and a chance to wear a gladiator tunic and belt. This Gladiator School is located close to the Colosseum, so it's the perfect spot to re-energize, and swap sightseeing for something more interactive.
Know before you go
- Duration: 2h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Available languages
English
Know before you go
- Duration: 2h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Available languages
English
Cancellation policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Highlights
Visit the Roman Gladiator School and learn gladiator fighting skills
Ideal for families—this experience is suitable for children aged 6 and up
Great photo opportunities—wear traditional gladiator clothing
Flexible experience—lots of daily times to choose from
What to expect
Your gladiator lesson takes place at the Gladiator School of Rome, located near the Colosseum on the historic Appian Way. Specializing in the reenactment of ancient Roman life and gladiator fighting, your instructors are members of the Historic Group of Rome and will begin your class by providing you with your costume — a traditional belt, tunic, leather gloves, and a training sword known as a rudis.
Learn the basic skills of gladiator sword fighting before summoning your imagination and channeling your inner ancient Roman as you fight off ferocious lions and battle other sword-wielding gladiators. If you wish, you can participate in an optional gladiator tournament, complete with a prize for the victor. Either way, all participants receive a certificate of accomplishment at the end of your lesson.
Friends and family are allowed to watch your class from the viewing platform. Admission to the Gladiator School of Rome Museum is also included so you can check out gladiator weapons and other artifacts.
Need help booking?
Call the number below and use the product code: 2466GLAD
Call +63 923-0990452Important information
Inclusions
2 hour class to become a Roman Gladiator in a Day • Lessons are instructed by members of the Historic Group of Rome • Drink • Gladiator clothing and weapons hire for the duration of your lesson!
Exclusions
Gratuities • Hotel pickup and drop off • Food and beverages, unless specified
Duration
2h
Departure details
Via Appia Antica, 18, 00179 Roma RM, Italy
Departure Point: Lessons commence at the Gladiator School of Rome, located approximately 2.5 kilometers (1.5 miles) from The Colosseum
Address: Via Appia Antica, 18, 00179, Rome, Italy
Directions: Either take Metro (line B) and get off at OSTIENSE and take the bus number 118 OR take Metro (line A), get off at stop SAN GIOVANNI and then take bus number 218.
However in the spirit of easy access - we suggest taking a taxi (approx. 10-15 euros) to access the school
Dates: Daily
Opening hours
9:30am - 1:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Return point: Concludes at the Gladiator School of Rome
Inclusions
2 hour class to become a Roman Gladiator in a Day • Lessons are instructed by members of the Historic Group of Rome • Drink • Gladiator clothing and weapons hire for the duration of your lesson!
Exclusions
Gratuities • Hotel pickup and drop off • Food and beverages, unless specified
Departure details
Via Appia Antica, 18, 00179 Roma RM, Italy
Departure Point: Lessons commence at the Gladiator School of Rome, located approximately 2.5 kilometers (1.5 miles) from The Colosseum
Address: Via Appia Antica, 18, 00179, Rome, Italy
Directions: Either take Metro (line B) and get off at OSTIENSE and take the bus number 118 OR take Metro (line A), get off at stop SAN GIOVANNI and then take bus number 218.
However in the spirit of easy access - we suggest taking a taxi (approx. 10-15 euros) to access the school
Dates: Daily
Opening hours
9:30am - 1:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Return point: Concludes at the Gladiator School of Rome
Duration
2h
Return details
Returns to original departure point
Additional information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Minimum age is 6 years
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Trail769260
3 contributions
Fun activity for parents and kids
Aug 2020
Brought 7 year old son here and it was one of his favourite bits of Rome. After a short tour of the museum to try out various shields, weapons and helmets we spent two hours on the training ground where our instructor taught us some moves, put us through some light training and then some practice fights. Our instructor was great with children and kept the experience fun and engaging throughout.
Written 6 September 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
houda e
London, UK53 contributions
So much fun
This was my kids favourite part of Rome, they had so much fun (and so did my husband as he got proper involved) the gladiator training them was excellent and kind also making sure to involve the little one who was only 4 as well as challenging my older children ages 12 and 15. My 6 year old didn’t want to leave. Definitely worth doing
Written 9 August 2020
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Marcus Price
1 contribution
Gladiators!
Feb 2020 • Family
Fantastic experience in every way. The teacher was friendly and funny and my son and I really enjoyed it.
Written 21 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sandra C
2 contributions
Brilliant! Informative and authentic and lots of fun!
Dec 2019
'Titus' was amazing. It was a truly enjoyable experience, engaging and lighthearted while delivering a history lesson. Fantastic for kids, teenagers and adults. We enjoyed this attraction after spending a morning at the Vatican, it was a nice way to finish a big day.
Written 31 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
L_M_in_Mass
Mass, USA19 contributions
fun and educational afternoon out!
Jan 2020 • Family
Our guide/coach was incredibly knowledgeable, personable and funny! As a family of 4 with a grumpy teen (and enthusiastic 10 year old) we all learned so much about gladiator life. On a weekday in slow season, we ended up with a private class, which was pleasant. We arrived a few minutes early and were able to start right away so we didn’t have to wait. Also, even though only some of us participated (by plan) we were all engaged by the experience. They were gracious and helped call us a cab, as well. While not a marathon, it is a bit of a workout! Pushups / lunges were involved:)
Written 23 January 2020
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Dad of 5
1 contribution
Great for a family
Jan 2020 • Family
What a fantastic experience. We have 4 boys 13, 11, 10, and 7 and a 4 year old Daughter. Our instructor did everything in a manner that entertained everyone while keeping it age appropriate. While
My daughter didn’t officially participate, he found a way to involve her and Help her have fun too. In 10 days of touring Italy, I think this will be one thing they will ALL remember.
My daughter didn’t officially participate, he found a way to involve her and Help her have fun too. In 10 days of touring Italy, I think this will be one thing they will ALL remember.
Written 5 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Doug T
2 contributions
Made the top 3 activities
Dec 2019
I went to this school with my 13 year old son during a 2-week trip to Italy and France. When asked for his favorite moments from the trip, Gladiator School made it into the top 3 (skiing in Alps and yummy yummy food were the other 2 so this school was in very good company)
This is a fun and educational experience. The 1st of 3 distinct parts is a brief (30 minutes?) discussion/lecture/entertainment on gladiator culture - very interesting. There was a lot more depth and subtly to gladiator culture than 2 men killing each other while the crowd roars. Part 2 is 'Conditioning/Training'. This certainly would not prepare anyone for battle, but it did give a good introduction to basic sword fighting techniques. Part 3 is sparring - practice fighting. This is the part my son (age 13) loved. We paired up to fight each other with padded swords. Very fun. Very structured and as safe as things could be giving 2 kids padded swords and saying - 'attack'. We had an odd-number of students and I ended up fighting two kids in 2-on-1 battle - which the kids loved even more.
Instructor was very good at entertaining and keeping things disciplined and moving forward. Lots of clever jokes and comments that kept all on their toes. The course play-acts as thought the students are being trained - much like a boot-camp - but a lot more gentle and tongue-in-cheek.
I highly recommend it for kids that like physical activity. All the kids (5 of them) and adults (2 of them) enjoyed the experience.
This is a fun and educational experience. The 1st of 3 distinct parts is a brief (30 minutes?) discussion/lecture/entertainment on gladiator culture - very interesting. There was a lot more depth and subtly to gladiator culture than 2 men killing each other while the crowd roars. Part 2 is 'Conditioning/Training'. This certainly would not prepare anyone for battle, but it did give a good introduction to basic sword fighting techniques. Part 3 is sparring - practice fighting. This is the part my son (age 13) loved. We paired up to fight each other with padded swords. Very fun. Very structured and as safe as things could be giving 2 kids padded swords and saying - 'attack'. We had an odd-number of students and I ended up fighting two kids in 2-on-1 battle - which the kids loved even more.
Instructor was very good at entertaining and keeping things disciplined and moving forward. Lots of clever jokes and comments that kept all on their toes. The course play-acts as thought the students are being trained - much like a boot-camp - but a lot more gentle and tongue-in-cheek.
I highly recommend it for kids that like physical activity. All the kids (5 of them) and adults (2 of them) enjoyed the experience.
Written 3 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Lauren A
Cincinnati, OH6 contributions
Great fun for older kids, too, and for adults to watch!
Jan 2020
My fourteen-year old daughter was greatly anticipating a battle with her 20-year old sister, and they had a blast! There is a period for pictures in costume prior to the event, along with a "stockade" and full-size cutouts where you stick your face through on the gladiator body - we had fun doing that, too. Our guide, Peter, was phenomenal. Our group included 10-year old twins (boy-girl), their 8-year old cousin, and their parents, all of us from the USA, and a family of three from Argentina. Peter acted in character balancing just enough harsh acting to be a gladiator trainer with a gentle humor when dealing with the younger kids. He spoke to us in the small "museum" of gladiator artifacts, telling us a bit about what it was like to train, and how gladiators succeeded and made money, and about Rome invading other areas. When the young man (13, maybe?) from Argentina wasn't participating as much as the others, Peter talked with his father. It seemed language was the issue, so despite already speaking to us in English very well, (he is Italian), he switched effortlessly into Spanish to draw the teen into activities and the boy responded positively. Quite impressive. We all laughed and enjoyed ourselves despite the cold (it is outdoors, so dress appropriately-my toes were going numb, as I didn't take into account the sun going down while we were there. My bad.) He called out, "Disaster!" and say things like, "Why are you laughing? They're going to die and you're laughing?" At the end, they shook hands goodbye, and checked that we enjoyed ourselves. The place is off the beaten path, but our taxi driver found it. They arranged a taxi to return us to our hotel, telling us the cost up front. Our driver back was having some serious car issues, and he apologized for the rougher ride, but we made it back safely. (I think he may have had dirty fuel in the tank.) We have now adopted, "Disaster!" into our conversations and have fun memories of the day.
Written 2 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Stumplefreeze
2 contributions
Funnier than a fart
Dec 2019 • Family
Marcus was awesome. He was very serious and very strict with my 10 year old twin boys and their 8 year old brother. “Shut up slave!” “Disaster!’” and the like all through the session. I am sure he pumped more history into them in a short space of time than they received through the rest of the audio tours on our holiday combined. Very immersive experience with lots of push ups. I don’t know how he did it but he managed to be strict, serious, gentle and funny all at the same time.
So far this has been the highlight of our trip for my sons and I am still hearing “disaster!” whenever one of them mucks something up. They are also very proud of their newly obtained citizenship.
It’s out of the way but google will easily get you there via public transport and a bit of walking if you decide not to take a taxi or Uber. For us getting there and back was fun too.
So far this has been the highlight of our trip for my sons and I am still hearing “disaster!” whenever one of them mucks something up. They are also very proud of their newly obtained citizenship.
It’s out of the way but google will easily get you there via public transport and a bit of walking if you decide not to take a taxi or Uber. For us getting there and back was fun too.
Written 18 December 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Owen D
Bristol, UK10 contributions
Fantastic experience
We took out 8 year old and he loved every minute of the experience. The gladiator instructor who took us round the museum and then took him through the training and fighting was excellent , he was very engaging and full of energy.
We would highly recommend this experience.
We would highly recommend this experience.
Written 16 December 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Maryne T
Vitrolles, France17 contributions
Est ce que c est accessible à un enfant de 5 ans svp ? Je ne trouve pas d’information à ce sujet
David_Gunther
Los Angeles, CA1 contribution
Even though there are several time options to choose from, It says that the class is only offered at 9am. Is this accurate? Or can I get tickets for a class for some time in the afternoon/evening?
Chris C
Needham, MA17 contributions
Hi, yes we booked online, and there were a number of time slots. If you call, they’re really helpful.
Abyss
CARY, United States2 contributions
Can we book the tickets when we get there or does it need to be booked in advance. The reason I am asking is I am not sure about the exact time I will be that area as we are visiting few other places so want to keeo the time flexible.
Evarley
Derby, UK115 contributions
We booked in advance , I think you do have to as well to ensure there is a instructor available.
Bink530
Annapolis, MD86 contributions
Does this include pick up and return to hotel? Thanks
Lisa F
Arlington, VA14 contributions
It does not. We paid for a taxi. They did have someone willing to drive us back to our hotel for 15E at the end of our activity but I’m not sure that is always available. They can call a cab for you if you need it
Carolyn L
6 contributions
Do the spectators have to purchase a ticket if they are only going to watch their family member going through the school?
MichaelC
1 contribution
No. We only purchased a ticket for my son and I was asked to volunteer to help out the instructor along with a few other parents. At one point, my wife was in the arena participating as well. We had a great time and highly recommend it!
Carolyn L
6 contributions
Do the spectators have to purchase a ticket if they are only going to watch their family member going through the school?
vannileung21
Oakland, CA4 contributions
Don’t think so
Gladys Alfonso
Dedham, MA
Is this primarily for kids or is it for adults also? Was hoping there were no little kids and more adult based.
Mirta L
18 contributions
It depends on the make up of the group. We were a family of 4, our party was alone so it was just us. We did this for our then 7 year old twin boys, so that was our focus. I’m really thinking it is really made up for kids.
Marina C
3 contributions
Vorrei sapere se la lezione è tenuta in italiano perché il bambino non parla inglese. Grazie
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By: Gladiator School of Rome
MummyTravels
00A very fun chance to bring history to life
A very fun couple of hours learning more about gladiators and getting chance to show off our fighting skills - afte…
Luculk
00Great fun, see past the exterior and join in!
I booked this for our family with a 6 and 9 year old. The group leader was great fun and had us laughing from the s…
ruthpcymru
00Gladiator school in Rome, amazing bonus to our trip in Rome
A real must for young and old, mix of learning and loads of fun with great instructors who have a passion for shari…
I9851SJmichaeld
00Really good fun
Was a little apprehensive about booking this due to the price, but just though ‘when in Rome!’ However, really enjo…
ellenmuskox
00Educational, interesting and too much fun!!,
This was attached to a tour of the catacombs at St. Sebastian’s. We didn’t choose this, but OK, we’re willing to …
StephenC2226
00Highlight of my boys’ trip to Rome
We participated in a 2 hour gladiator training session. My two boys (11 and 8) could not wait, and it did not disap…
MAGLR
00Kratos, Olympus and Tytanus
Very good time for kids. Initially main attraction supposed to be training, but short visit in to armoury / museum…
Chrissie Gomez T
00LOVED IT!
We love Emanuelle. He was a great gladiator and was very accomodating to my husband and his disabilities. We high…
Jamie F
00Hail Brutus
We went Sunday and had a great time. The organisers where very friendly and obviously love doing their roles. Great…
debbiep895
00Learning and laughter!
My group of four, ages 53-62, had a great afternoon learning about the history and times of gladiators. We were l…
Catherine B
00Roman Holiday But Not as You Know It
We were advised to do this activity in the evening (as were in Rome in August); however, this meant that we were al…
MagdalenaA558
00Wonderful experience
We are a family of 4 from the UK, our children are 9 and 12. We booked the Gladiator School for Monday 12 August at…
MommyYipe
00My kids’ favorite part of our vacation!
My (very lucky) son was turned 7 while we were vacationing in Rome. We decided to try Gladiator School for his birt…
Dennis076
00Very Nice Show
The performance of the Gruppo Storico Romano is really worthwile a visit. First you get some history, based upon co…
Alud J
00Great Family Fun!
We visited the Gladiator School with our three children. The welcome we received was very polite and friendly. We…
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