The Korean Cultural Center Brussels offers a variety of cultural workshops

The Korean Cultural Center Brussels offers three cultural workshops. Two are workshops for traditional culture and another for Korean sports.

The Korean Cultural Center Brussels offers a variety of cultural workshops for those interested in Korean culture. Before the start of the academic year, workshops on the Korean traditional music genre "Pansori" begin. Pansori combines storytelling with music and was born at the end of the Joseon Dynasty. It is recognized as one of the most representative forms of Korean traditional music. Pansori performances involve a vocalist, known as "sorikkun", and a drummer, known as "gosu", who collectively tell and perform dramatic stories through song, drums and gestures. These stories are often based on folk tales, historical events or legends, and performances can last several hours. Pansori is considered an important cultural heritage of Korea and frequently featured at cultural events and festivals. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and sing Korean traditional music pieces during the classes, which will begin on August 21 and end with a small performance presentation on August 26.

In case you missed the opportunity to enroll in the "Pansori" class, another traditional Korean workshop, "Buchaechum", is available. Also known as the fan dance, Buchaechum is a traditional Korean dance that incorporates large fans as props. Typically performed by a group of female dancers adorned in colorful hanboks, this dance is renowned for its graceful, synchronized movements. It often depicts stories or scenes from Korean folklore or history and is considered an important cultural performance in Korea, often highlighted at festivals and special events. The Buchaechum workshops will be held September 11-14 and September 18-21.

Taekwondo is a well-established sport in Belgium, with many people actively training their body and mind through this martial art. Originating in Korea, taekwondo emphasizes the use of the hands and feet for combat and self-defense. Developed in the 1940s and 1950s, it became a popular martial art and an Olympic sport. Taekwondo incorporates various fighting techniques, including kicks, punches, and blocks, as well as agility, flexibility, and sparring drills. It also instills moral values such as discipline, respect and perseverance, aimed at fostering physical and mental strength. Although these workshops are free, registration is required. As it is on a "first come, first served" basis, there is no hesitation. For more information, visit the website of the Korean cultural center in Brussels.