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About the tour
Here your children will not only hear the stories of antiquity’s most famous fighters: they will find themselves in a genuine training camp and go through a crash course for gladiators. It is an adventure that delights boys and girls alike — and most of all (spoiler!) the dads.
How a session at the gladiator school works
Over two hours of hands-on work, participants are fully immersed in the world of ancient Roman fighters:
- Becoming a gladiatoreveryone puts on a traditional tunic and feels like a real fighter of the arena.
- A journey into the history of ancient Romea close look at the weapons and armour of legionaries and gladiators, at siege machines and at everyday objects of the period.
- Lessons in combatsword training under the guidance of a professional gladiator.
- The secrets of ancient tacticsbattle moves and tricks learned through fast-moving games and drills.
- The test in the arenaa final bout and a ceremonial young gladiator’s certificate.
The programme is led by experts from the Roman Historical Society — masters of historical reenactment who know everything about the traditions and battles of ancient Rome.
A session in a group with other children
- 1 child = 150 €
- 2 children = 200 €
- 3–5 children = 250 €
- 6–10 children = 300 €
A private session: 1 child = 300 €, each additional child +50 €.
What you will learn
- How gladiators lived, trained and fought.
- Where Hollywood gets gladiators wrong.
- What weapons and armour were used in ancient Rome.
- The basics of tactics and the tricks of the fight.
Who it suits
- Families with children aged 6 to 15 — boys and girls alike.
- A perfect birthday present, or an addition to the Colosseum quest tour.
How to prepare
- Wear comfortable clothes that do not restrict movement, and trainers.
- Bring sunscreen.
- A taxi is the easiest way to reach the gladiator school.
Book the tour
Leave your phone number — we will call back and agree a date.
150€
per group of up to 5 people
Free cancellation 4 days ahead.
