Combat school for gladiators
Did you ever dream of standing in the arena as a gladiator? Discover the fighting techniques and weapons of ancient high-performance athletes.
 "Combat school for gladiators")
What was gladiator training like—and what lies behind the famous battles in the arena? Under the guidance of the gladiator group "Ars Gladiatoria", you will learn all about the combat techniques and weapons used by these top athletes of the ancient world. And along the way you’ll find out lots of exciting things. For example, were the gladiators like the footballs stars of today? Were women allowed to fight too? Were there gladiators in Augusta Raurica? What evidence do we have?
Unfortunately this offer is only available in german.
Information
Offer for
Age
8–12 years
Group size
Max. 20 children
Possible languages
DE
Next dates
13:00 - 15:00
13:00 - 15:00
13:00 - 15:00
13:00 - 15:00
13:00 - 15:00
Organisation
Meeting point
In the Amphitheatre
Accompanying persons
Children must be accompanied by an adult during the workshop
Booking
Via shop.augustaraurica.ch.
Costs
Price
CHF 12.-
Payment
Via shop.augustaraurica.ch or at the museum front desk
Contact
Tel. +41 (0)61 552 22 22 or mail@augusta-raurica.ch
Please note / Hints
Gladiator training is physically demanding. Please bring drinks and sun protection. Wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear.
Insurance is the responsibility of the participants.
Inklusion
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Visual impairment
After a brief introduction to gladiatorial combat in Roman times, the children practise fighting techniques with shields and wooden swords.
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Hearing impairment
Unfortunately, assistive technologies are not currently available for this offer. Sign language interpretation on request.
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Impaired mobility
The amphitheatre has a gravel surface and is only accessible via steps or a steeply sloping gravel path.
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Impairment due to age
The workshop is aimed at children. Seating is available for spectators.
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Learning disability
This programme encourages participation. The training is aimed at children who enjoy movement. They practise fighting with shields and blunt wooden swords.
Participants can leave the group at any time and return to the programme at a later moment.
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