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Absolutely brilliant! Took people's tips and got a taxi there - watch out for the sign and also the numbers on the houses. Our party was 2 adults and an 11 year old girl and a 9 year boy who has ADHD. Our trainer was absolutely wonderful - kept it all moving and varied, was brilliant with both kids. All of us had the best time. The museum was very hands on, and our kids loved it because of that, especially the helmets and the miniature catapults. We all thought it was the highlight of our trip to Rome. Many many thanks.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United Kingdom, November 2009
When I first arrived I wandered gingerly into the fort and found myself in a sand-covered courtyard. The place had the distinct vibe of a training ground. In one corner little sacks tied to ropes were hanging from a wooden pole. I couldnt imagine what their use was but thought ah, gladiator training equipment!
Reviewed by: Laurence B, United Kingdom, October 2009 Note from Viator: This review is from Laurence Belgrave, who wrote about his experience at the Rome Gladiator School over on the Viator Travel Blog.
We really enjoyed this school. I was nervous when we pulled up to the location, but once inside we had a blast.
Reviewed by: James B, United States of America, September 2009
Awesome, awesome, awesome, awesome. Loved fighting with my brother and being trained by Alex, who knew heaps of stuff. We got a great workout and Alex was funny too, making jokes when we left ourselves open to attack. 'What's that thing poking in my belly? Another appendage. Oh, look, it goes right through me!' And when my brother lost his footing he told him not to act like a fountain. It was a fun way to learn technique. Then we put all of the moves together in one big fight session. After, we were allowed to try on all of the armour in the museum after our training. We took heaps of photos. Gladiator school was the best thing I did in Italy. I reckon all kids would love it.
Reviewed by: Jamie C, Australia, August 2009
This was a great experience and break from the churches, statues, and fountain tours of Italy. I'm 50, and my daughter is 14 and this was a blast for both of us.
Reviewed by: Rocco T, United States of America, August 2009
We loved the Gladiator lessons. On our tour there was only my son and I. As a result we had the full attention of the instructor for the full two hours. It was very hot and the exercise strenuous. This is not a tour for the out-of-shape, although our instructor was very good about fitting the lessons to our abilities. This is truly a lesson we were taught 6 different attacks and 6 different defenses. After learning the moves with wooden swords we were dressed in armor and given metal equipment for one last battle.
Reviewed by: Glenn L, United States of America, August 2009
Took a cab to the location (easily found by our driver), Alex was our tutor for the day. My 11 year old loved it, loved talking history with Alex and was exceedingly good at being a gladiator. I, on the other hand, was useless!!! It was a hot day but we were well supplied with drinks and Alex happily called a taxi to collect us. A highlight of our 4 day trip to Rome.
Reviewed by: Johanna R, United Kingdom, July 2009
Dear Gladiators -- I treated my boyfriend to a gladiator lesson and I had a fantastic experience. Our gladiator instructor was very professional, and taught us the basics in a fun and informative way. I learnt how to weild the sword and shield and found the lesson very therapeutic. I'll definitely recommend the school to my friends and family in Rome and abroad, and I really look forward to coming back to rome for more lessons.
Reviewed by: Alessandra D, United States of America, July 2009
Get there early and wear shorts!!!!
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, July 2009
My 10 year old daughter and I did this class last week in Rome. When we first arrived, we had no idea what to expect. But after 2 hours, we had learned a lot about gladiator training and had so much fun doing it. My daughter, who loves Roman history, felt like she was back in Rome in gladiator times. The teacher was excellent. I would recommend this class to people who want to spend some time in Rome doing something off the usual tourist track. It is a short taxi ride from the Colosseum.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, July 2009
Great experience, 2 hours of intense and focused training. Excellent progression of skills and battle exercises. Instructor very knowledgeable and careful. Water supplied and breaks for resting between sessions. A real feel for the demands of fighting.
Reviewed by: Nicholas K, United States of America, June 2009
Absolutely loved it! We were there in January, so it was only me and my boyfriend. The trainer was fantastic, and we even had snacks and champagne and hung around for a little while after to chat. The museum is really interesting, a lot of fun. The highlight of our whole overseas trip.
Reviewed by: Kylie R, Australia, May 2009
I did this for my significant other who is into gladiators - and it was great. I think the teacher is really looking forward to his new school location and I think it will be even better once the school has moved since it will be quieter and more "natural." This is a great tour! A lot of fun!!
Reviewed by: Laurie W, United States of America, May 2009
It was fun, it was informative, it was an absolute hoot for my sister and me, two middle aged American broads. Our instructor was wonderful!
Reviewed by: Laura S, United States of America, May 2009
Unique and fun experience. First hour was very interesting and informative narrative and viewing of artifacts and gladiator equipment. Guide was very good. The remainder of the time was spent in actual "training" and hands on "combat" using gladiator equipment. Our trainer was enthusiastic and entertaining. Children, 10 and 12 years old, and parents enjoyed the entire experience. If you are at all comfortable with maps, the location is not at all difficult to find.
Reviewed by: Joseph B, United States of America, April 2009
