[NOTICE OF UPDATE: Change in Age Eligibility (June 24, 2026)] In response to numerous requests, we have expanded the eligibility for the 2026/2027 Korean Language Courses to welcome local high school students. ●New Eligibility: High school students and adults aged 15 or older as of the first day of class (the last week of August 2026). (Those under 15 are strictly not eligible to register.) ●For High School Students (Under 18): Applicants who are selected will be required to submit a signed Parental Consent Form and proof of student status during the registration process. ※ Detailed instructions regarding payment and required registration documents will be sent individually via email ONLY to the selected applicants on July 2, 2026. _______________________________________________ Registration for 2026/2027 Korean Language Courses We are pleased to announce the registration guidelines for the 2026/2027 Korean Language Courses of the Korean Cultural Center Belgium - King Sejong Institute. To avoid system overload and ensure fair access, registration will be conducted via an Online Lottery System. Please note that all applicants (both new and current students) must register during the same period using the same registration link. There is no separate pre-registration period for current students. Please note that these courses are open to adults aged 18 and older only. (Updated on 22.06.2026) (Updated on 24.06.2026) Please review the details below carefully before submitting your application. Registration Schedule and Method ●Registration Period: Mon., June 22, 2026 11:00 to Tue., June 30, 2026 16:00 (CET) ●Registration Link: https://forms.gle/5jmfdnYKzBwMd7ab7 (The form will be active and open for submissions precisely on Monday, June 22, at 11:00 AM). ●Selection Method: Online Lottery System (*Please note that this is NOT a first-come, first-served system. All applications submitted during the designated period will have an equal and fair chance of being selected, regardless of submission time.) Tuition, Schedule, and Textbook ●Class Format: In-person classes held at the Korean Cultural Center in Brussels. ●Tuition Fee: 150 EUR (for the full academic year / 2 semesters) (*Please DO NOT pay now. Bank information and payment instructions will be provided ONLY to successful applicants after the lottery results are announced). ●Textbook Purchase: Information on where to purchase textbooks will be provided after registration. Please check the schedule below to choose your desired class: (*'Language' refers to the instruction language used by the teacher in class). Level Class Textbook Day Time Language Beginner 1A1 Sejong Korean 1A Tuesday 17:30 - 20:00 English 1A2 Sejong Korean 1A Thursday French 1B Sejong Korean 1B Monday Korean 2A Sejong Korean 2A Tuesday Korean 2B Sejong Korean 2B Monday Korean Intermediate 3A Sejong Korean 3A Wednesday Korean 3B Sejong Korean 3B Thursday Korean 4A Sejong Korean 4A Wednesday Korean Level Guide and Class Changes ●No Mandatory Level Test: A formal level test is not required to apply. ●Self-Assessment (Optional): If you are unsure of your Korean level, you can take a free online self-assessment test on the [Nuri Sejong Hakdang Website] to find your recommended level. https://nuri.iksi.or.kr/front/page/participation/onlineLevelTest/main.do  ●Class Changes: If you find the class too easy or too difficult after classes begin, you can request to change classes within the first 2 weeks of the semester, subject to teacher approval and seat availability. Course Structure and Certificate Requirements ●Academic Calendar (28 sessions total): The program spans a full academic year, from late August to next June, divided into two semesters (14 sessions per semester). ●No Final Exam: Starting this academic year, the end-of-semester final exam has been removed. Students will no longer take a formal exam at the end of the term.  ●Certificate of Completion: Certificates will be issued strictly based on attendance. Students who achieve an attendance rate of 80% or more throughout the course will receive an official certificate of completion. Important Remarks for Applicants ●One application per person: Each applicant can submit only one application. Multiple applications for different levels or duplicate submissions will be automatically disqualified. ●Payment Name Match: The name used for registration must match the sender's name on the bank transfer. If you must use a different name for payment (e.g., a parent's account), you must specify the exact sender name on the application form. Unidentified payments will result in automatic cancellation. ●Lottery and Result Announcement (July 2): The online lottery will take place on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The lottery will select both main successful candidates and waitlisted candidates (up to 25% of class capacity). Notification emails will be sent ONLY to selected individuals (successful candidates and waitlist numbers). If you do not receive an email on that day, it means you have not been selected. ●Tuition Payment Deadline: Successful candidates must make their tuition payment within the designated period after receiving the selection email. Failure to pay on time will result in automatic cancellation, and the vacant spot will be immediately assigned to the waitlist. ●Non-transferable Policy: Registration and tuition fees are strictly non-transferable to other people. (*Detailed refund guidelines will be provided to successful candidates with payment instructions). We look forward to welcoming you for the new semester. Thank you for your understanding. Korean Cultural Center to the European Union and Belgium  Published on Wednesday, June 17, 2026

(2026 Spring) Korean Culinary Classes Join our 2026 Spring Korean Culinary Class: "K-Drama Food" The Korean Cultural Center of Brussels invites you to our upcoming Korean culinary series!  This season, we’re bringing the screen to your plate with "K-Drama Food,"  featuring the most iconic dishes from your favorite Korean series. Led by our expert instructor, Yun-kyung Lee, you will learn the secrets behind Korea's beloved street foods and comfort dishes.  Join us to cook, share, and experience the flavors of Korea! 📅 Program & Menu Learn four essential K-Drama dishes over four weeks: ●Session 1: Kkoma Gimbap & Tteokbokki (Mini Seaweed Rice Rolls & Spicy Rice Cakes) ●Session 2: Haemul Pajeon (Seafood Green Onion Pancake) ●Session 3: Dakbokkeumtang (Spicy Braised Chicken) ●Session 4: Dakgangjeong (Sweet and Spicy Fried Chicken) ⏰ Class Schedule Please choose one group that fits your schedule. Each group consists of 4 sessions: Group Day Dates (2026) Time Participants Group A Mondays March 9, 16, 23, 30 18:00 - 20:00 12 people Group B Wednesdays April 1, 8, 22, 29 18:00 - 20:00 12 people Group C Mondays May 11, 18, 25, June 1 18:00 - 20:00 12 people 📍 Information ●Location: Korean Cultural Center of Brussels ●Language: English ●Participation Fee: 100 EUR (Includes ingredients for all 4 sessions) ●Registration Period: Feb 12 – Feb 22, 2026 (via Eventbrite) Eventbrite link for Group A Eventbrite link for Group B Eventbrite link for Group C ⚠️ Important Notice: Registration Limit ●Only one group per person: To provide opportunities to as many people as possible, each participant can only register for ONE of the groups (A, B, or C). ●Duplicate registrations for multiple groups by the same person will be automatically cancelled without prior notice. 📝 Conditions ●Registration opens on February 12 at 9:00 AM. ●Payment: Must be completed within 3 days of registration to secure your spot. ●Preparation: Please bring your own apron and a container to take your delicious food home!

Korean Language and Korean Culture Classes <OLC Program> The Korean Cultural Center in Brussels participates in the Fédération Wallonie‑Bruxelles (FWB) Programme d'Ouverture aux Langues et aux Cultures (OLC) to promote the Korean language and enhance understanding of Korean culture. The OLC program provides students in Belgian schools with opportunities to explore foreign languages and cultures, and the Cultural Center offers Korean language classes along with a variety of cultural content. Students can learn not only the language in the classroom but also experience traditional and contemporary Korean culture and lifestyle. In addition, the Cultural Center organizes school visit programs, inviting students to the center. Through these visits, students can directly engage in exhibitions, craft workshops, and traditional games, expanding what they have learned in the classroom. This allows them to gain a deeper understanding of Korean culture and experience the value of cultural exchange. The Center will continue to develop programs linked with OLC to foster students’ interest and curiosity in the Korean language and culture across Belgium.

Period: September 15 – November 24, 2025 / Mondays, 18:30–20:30 Location: Av. Besme 131, 1190 Forest Participation Fee: Free / Registration Required Registration Deadline: September 11, 2025 The Korean Cultural Center in Belgium is pleased to announce its Taekwondo Class for the second semester of 2025, taking place from September 15 to November 24, every Monday. Taekwondo, a traditional Korean martial art and an official Olympic discipline, is widely practiced around the world by people of all ages. In addition to improving physical fitness and flexibility, regular training enhances mental focus, builds self-confidence, and helps relieve stress. It is a highly beneficial activity for both children and adults. For the 2025 2nd semester, the Taekwondo Class will be offered exclusively for beginners. Depending on the number of applicants, the program may be divided into two separate groups. Please download and complete the application form, and send it by email to kyungeunpark@kccbrussels.be  (please title your email: “2025 2nd Taekwondo Class Application”) or submit it directly at the reception desk of the Korean Cultural Center.

Looking for a special recipe for an apéro? Join our Korean Culinary Classes and bring the Pocha experience home! The Korean Cultural Center is organizing Korean culinary classes themed around ‘Anju: dishes usually enjoyed with drinks’. We've put together dishes that are commonly enjoyed in Korea when people gather around and have drinks. You might have seen them in K-dramas and films! Location: Korean Cultural Center Brussels Language: English Participation Criteria: All residents of Belgium (excluding Korean nationals) Instructor: Chef Yun Lee Yun Lee is a Korean cuisine specialist appointed by the Korean Food Promotion Institute. She finished both the Korean Royal Cuisine and Royal Dessert courses in Seoul, in 2019. Program: Duration for each class: 2 hours *Please note that you can participate in only one of the four groups below. ●Non-vegetarian recipes -Suyuk(boiled pork) and seasoned green onion salad -Haemul Pajeon(savory Korean pancake made with vegetables and seafood) -Dak-bokkeum-tang(braised chicken dish cooked in a Gochujang-based sauce) Menu Group A Group B Suyuk Sept. 15 at 6 PM Sept. 17 at 6 PM Haemul Pajeon Sept. 22 at 6 PM Sept. 24 at 6 PM Dak-bokkeum-tang Sept. 29 at 6 PM Oct. 1 at 6 PM ●Vegetarian recipes -Gamja Jeon(savory Korean pancake made with potatoes, pan-fried until crispy) and seasoned green onion salad -Dubu Kimchi(Korean tofu served with stir-fried kimchi) -Dubu Beoseot Jeongol(Korean style stew made with tofu, mushrooms and vegetables) Menu Group C Group D Gamja Jeon Oct. 6 at 6 PM Oct. 8 at 6 PM Dubu Kimchi Oct. 13 at 6 PM Oct. 15 at 6 PM Dubu Beoseot Jeongol Oct. 20 at 6 PM Oct. 22 at 6 PM *We advise you to bring an apron and a container to take away your dishes. Participation Fee (ingredients included): 75 EUR / one group   Registration: Registration for the classes will open on August 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM via Eventbrite. (click the link) Conditions: -Each person can register for only one group, which includes three sessions on fixed dates. Please note that it’s not possible to select individual dates. -Each group is limited to 12 participants, and registration will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. -A maximum of 5 people can be added to the waitlist on Eventbrite. -After registering, you will receive an email from Eventbrite with instructions for completing the full payment. -To secure your spot, payment must be made within three days. -Any registration that has not been paid within this period will be automatically canceled. -Only the person who enrolled can attend. Please note that we don’t allow handing over your registration to others. Refund Policy: A refund will be exceptionally granted in the following cases: 1.    Cancellation of classes by the Korean Cultural Center 2.    Emergency hospitalization (medical certificate required) Allergens: We primarily use Korean fermented products based on soy and sesame, so please note potential allergens (soy, gluten, sesame).