--- title: "Roman Gladiator School: Learn How to Become a Gladiator" lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 89 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.7 reviews: 1581 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 119 of 132 (Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/roman-gladiator-school-learn-how-to-become-a-gladiator/ --- # Roman Gladiator School: Learn How to Become a Gladiator **Guidekin's take:** The odd one out here, and the one kids talk about for weeks: a real gladiator school on the Appian Way where you train with wooden swords in tunic and belt, taught by Rome's historical reenactment group. Costume, weapons and a drink are included at €89 per person. It is a class, not a Colosseum visit, so pair it with one. In our comparison: #119 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Master the basics of hand-to-hand combat at a genuine gladiator school on the ancient Appian Way. You'll discover the secrets of Imperial Rome's gladiator games, get hands-on with ancient Roman history and have the best fun you can imagine! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Departure Point: Lessons commence at the… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 5 start times: between 09:00 and 17:00 - Food included: see what is included - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Minimum age is 6 years **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €89 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.7/5 from 1581 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Scuola Gladiatori Roma - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-12 ## Reviews 4.7 from 1581 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 93% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1478 of 1581. - 5 stars: 1268 (80%) - 4 stars: 210 (13%) - 3 stars: 59 (4%) - 2 stars: 23 (1%) - 1 star: 21 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise engaging instructors and gladiator training for families; some find large classes chaotic and poorly supervised. **Praised:** - Patient, entertaining instructors who keep children and adults involved - Gladiator history explained through replica weapons and armour - Practical sword training and arena battles that children enjoy - An active break from museums and sightseeing for families **Complaints:** - Mosquito bites, with repeated advice to bring and use insect repellent - Heat during outdoor training, especially around midday - Large classes can feel chaotic and poorly supervised - The outlying location and confusing directions can complicate arrival Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-12-09 to 2026-09-28); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Gladiator clothing and weapons hire for the duration of your lesson! - 2 hour class to become a Roman Gladiator in a Day - Drink - Lessons are instructed by members of the Historic Group of Rome ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop off - Food and beverages, unless specified ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point 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 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJG29axd5hLxMRarsfxET5B3g Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Minimum age is 6 years Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #119 of 132** | €89 | 2h | 4.7 (1581) | shared | | [Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour](/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-discovery-colosseum-forum-palatine-guided-tour/?format=md) | €129 | 3h | 4.99 (1367) | shared | | [German Colosseum and Roman Forum](/italy/rome/tours/german-colosseum-and-roman-forum/?format=md) | €99 | 3h | 4.98 (686) | shared | | [Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People](/italy/rome/tours/colosseum-ancient-rome-with-arena-floor-option-i-max-6-people/?format=md) | €149 | 3h | 4.94 (3890) | shared | Ranked #119 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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