Korean Cultural Center Taekwondo Class - 2025 1st Semester Period: March 24 - June 23, 2025 / Mondays, 18:30-20:30 Location: Av. Besme 131, 1190 Forest Participation Fee: Free / Registration Required Registration: Until March 22, 2025 The Korean Cultural Center is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the Taekwondo 2025 class every Monday from March 24 to June 23, 2025. Taekwondo is a dynamic Korean martial art that strengthens both the body and mind. Recognized as an official Olympic sport, it is practiced worldwide by individuals of all ages. Through disciplined training, students will enhance their physical fitness, coordination, and mental focus. Taekwondo is also an excellent way to build self-confidence and reduce stress, making it beneficial for both children and adults. This class is open to both beginners and experienced students with color belts, and training will be conducted accordingly. We look forward to your participation! Please download and fill out the application document, and send it to kyungeunpark@kccbrussels.be by email (title your email as "2025 TAEKWONDO CLASS Application") or bring it to the reception of the Korean Cultural Center. *If you have any questions, please contact us at info@kccbrussels.be or 02 274 2980.

In March 2025, Korean Culinary Classes are back!   The Korean Cultural Center is organizing three series of Korean culinary classes themed around "K-Street Food." The three dishes featured are popular, and loved by both Korean culture enthusiasts and Koreans themselves: Yangnyeom Chicken(Korean spicy fried chicken), Hotteok (Korean sweet stuffed pancake), and Tteokbokki.   Location: Korean Cultural Centre of Brussels Language: French Participation Criteria: Open to all residents of Belgium (excluding Korean nationals)   Program: The classes will be led by Chef Baik Sung-Hee, a Korean cuisine instructor, who will share her knowledge and passion for Korean culinary culture. You will also have the opportunity to exchange curiosities, experiences, and love for food with other participants while cooking together!   Series 1 March 27 at 3:00 PM Yangnyeom Chicken April 3 at 3:00 PM Hotteok April 10 at 3:00 PM Tteokbokki   Series 2 March 27 at 6:00 PM Yangnyeom Chicken April 3 at 6:00 PM Hotteok April 10 at 6:00 PM Tteokbokki   Series 3 March 28 at 11:00 AM Yangnyeom Chicken April 4 at 11:00 AM Hotteok April 11 at 11:00 AM Tteokbokki      Participation Fee (ingredients included) Series 1 (3 cooking classes): 75 EUR Series 2 (3 cooking classes): 75 EUR Series 3 (3 cooking classes): 75 EUR   Registration: Registration for a series of classes will open on March 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM via Eventbrite. -The registration links will be posted on Eventbrite (click the link):  https://www.eventbrite.com/o/korean-cultural-center-brussels-9907106673   Conditions: -Each series 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. -Please note that each person can only register for one series of classes for the year. It is not possible to attend individual classes within a series. -After registering, you will receive a message from Eventbrite with instructions for completing the full payment for the series. -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.   Refund Policy : A refund will be exceptionally granted in the following cases: 1.    Cancellation of classes by the Korean Cultural Centre 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).

G2 Korean Ambassador's Belgian Open Poomsae 2024 October 19, 2024 @ Soeverein Arena in Lommel The G2 Korean Ambassador's Belgian Open Poomsae 2024 will take place on Saturday, October 19, in the Soeverein Arena in Lommel. This event takes place in the Soeverein Sports Hall in Lommel, where we can expect approximately 250 Poomsae athletes from all over the world. We are very proud to have received G2 recognition from World Taekwondo for the Korean Ambassador's Belgian Open Poomsae. In this elegant taekwondo discipline, world-class Poomsae athletes are happy to include the Lommel edition in their agenda. Among many other Poomsae stars, Eva Sandersen will attend our prestigious event. International talent from our own soil, such as Axelle Bonnez from Diest and Jolien Segers from Antwerp, are also excited to compete in Lommel. Competition will start at 9 AM and last until approximately 6 PM. We look forward to seeing you on October 19, 2024. *Tickets can be purchased at the entrance of the gym on the day of the competition **12 years old and over 10 euros / Under 12 years old free

2024 Korean Traditional Music Workshop "Pansori (판소리)" A free Pansori workshop invites you to immerse yourself in the traditional Korean art of narrative singing art. During the workshop you will have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Korea’s rich musical heritage, guided by Pansori Master Hye-sung Min from Korea. Participants will also have the chance to perform on stage and showcase their Pansori skills at the end of the workshop. ○︎ Schedule     - November 12~15, 19~23 (9 days) @Korean Cultural Center     - (Beginner) 18h>19h30 / *Nov.23 14h>16h     - (Advanced) 19h30>21h / *Nov.23 14h>16h       *Performance on Saturday November 23 ○︎ Registration     - October 8 ~ November 1     - To register, please fill out this form here     - Free / First come first served     - You will receive a confirmation email from us within one week. ○︎ Instructor: Hyesung Min     - Holder of Korean National Intangible Cultural Heritage - No. 5, Pansori     - Instructor dispatched by the National Gugak Center     - Lecturer at Yeungnam University and the Korea National University of Arts     - Representative of "Soeul Sori-pan"     - Chief Director of the World Pansori Association *This event is organised in collaboration with the National Gugak Center **We recommend wearing comfortable clothing as the workshop will be conducted while sitting on the floor.

Taste Korea, Enjoy Sweetness We warmly invite you to indulge in the timeless elegance of Yakgwa, a traditional confectionery from Korea. In collaboration with the prestigious University of Ghent, this exclusive event offers a rare opportunity to experience the treasured dessert in Belgium.  Date: Tuesday, 24th September 2024  Time: From 11:30 AM until sold out Venue: Main Entrance, Campus Boekentoren, University of Ghent Yakgwa flavours: Classic Plain Brown Rice Popcorn  Date & Balloon Flower  Vanilla Green Tea Raspberry & Pumpkin Black Sesame Chocolate & Coffee *1 Yakgwa per person *First-come, first-served *Vegetarian-friendly (contains wheat, soy, milk, and egg) *Photography and videography will be conducted for archival and press purposes Seize the chance to treat this delicate sweet, crafted with care and bursting with flavours that blend ancient heritage with modern refinement. We look forward to your presence and the opportunity to share this extraordinary experience with you:)