Korean Culture Experience: Hands-On Program
Kimchi Making
Learn the art of Korea’s most iconic dish — Kimchi, a UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage.
What You’ll Do:
Prepare ingredients
Learn traditional seasoning techniques
Take home your own handmade kimchi
Cultural Insight: Discover how kimchi reflects Korean values of family, seasonality, and preservation.
Gochujang(Korean Red Chili Paste) Making
Delve into the fermentation culture of Korea with this spicy, savory essential.
What You’ll Do:
Mix red chili powder, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt
Understand the time-honored fermentation process
Taste authentic homemade gochujang
Cultural Insight: Learn how jang (fermented sauces) form the backbone of Korean flavors and daily life.
Korean Rice Cake (Tteok) Crafting
Create your own colorful, chewy Korean rice cakes, often made for birthdays, holidays, and rituals.
What You’ll Do:
Make tteok using natural ingredients
Learn about traditional methods
Taste tteok your own made
Cultural Insight: Understand how rice cakes symbolize community, celebration, and ancestral respect in Korea.
🌍 Who This Program Is For:
Travelers seeking authentic cultural immersion
Culinary enthusiasts curious about Korean food traditions
Families and groups looking for a fun, educational experience
Students of Korean language or culture
🕒 Duration: Approx. 1.5 – 2 hours
📍 Location: Seoul or Vicinity (private studio or traditional house)
💬 Language: English (with multilingual support on request)
✅ What’s Included:
Ingredients & cooking tools
Apron & recipe
English-speaking cultural instructor
Your own food to take or eat on-site
✨ Why Choose This Program?
Run by local cultural experts
Emphasis on heritage, not just cooking
Authentic Korean experience
Instagram-worthy photos in a traditional setting
Let your taste buds lead you into Korea’s deep cultural roots.
Korean Mother-of-Pearl Craft Making
Make Your Own Traditional & Modern Accessories
Step into the shimmering world of Korean mother-of-pearl art (Najeonchilgi ) — a centuries-old tradition transformed into beautiful, modern-day accessories. In this hands-on cultural workshop, you’ll craft your own Mirror, brooch, or phone grip using authentic mother-of-pearl materials.
🎨 Workshop Options
🪞 1. Mother-of-Pearl Mirror
Design a handheld mirror using natural shell inlays
Choose from traditional Korean patterns or modern free-style designs
Finished with protective coating for durability
Includes gift wrapping
🎀 2. Mother-of-Pearl Brooch
Create a wearable brooch with a metal base and radiant shell pieces
Choose your own layout and color combinations
Perfect as a fashion statement or gift
📱 3. Mother-of-Pearl Phone Grip (GripTok)
Customize a trendy phone accessory with iridescent shell designs
Select from round or square shapes
Combine Korean aesthetics with a practical twist
📚 Cultural Insight
Mother-of-pearl inlay, or Najeonchilg, is a traditional Korean craft that uses the luminous quality of seashells to decorate furniture, boxes, and accessories. Once reserved for royalty and aristocrats, this intricate art is now loved by people around the world for its elegance and symbolism.
Korean Martial Art
Taekwondo Experience
🥋 What is Taekwondo?
Taekwondo is Korea’s most famous martial art and an official Olympic sport. More than just physical training, it teaches discipline, respect, and inner balance.
🥊 What You’ll Do:
Warm-up & basic stretching
Learn Taekwondo stances & kicks (ap chagi, dollyo chagi, etc.)
Practice punches, blocks, and basic forms (poomsae)
Break a wooden board (with safety & guidance)
Wear a Taekwondo uniform and take commemorative photos
Discover the philosophy and etiquette behind the art
Receive a Taekwondo certificate with your name in Korean
Taekkyeon Experience
🌿 What is Taekkyeon?
Taekkyeon is a UNESCO-recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage of Korea. It is a graceful, rhythmic martial art with soft circular movements, balance control, and fluid steps — more like a dance than a fight.
🌀 What You’ll Experience:
Learn the history & cultural meaning of Taekkyeon
Basic footwork, swaying, and posture control
Practice soft, flowing attacks and defense movements
Group rhythm coordination (“pumbalki” – stepping rhythm)
Gentle sparring & performance demo with an instructor
Try traditional Korean martial attire for photos
✅ Why Choose Taekkyeon?
Rare and uniquely Korean only taught in Korea
Combines martial technique with rhythmic expression
Great for those interested in Korean heritage, art, and movement
🎯 Martial Art Program Overview
Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours
Language: English with Korean expressions
✅ Ideal For:
Cultural travelers
Student groups
Corporate team-building
Family fun with kids
💃 K-Pop Dance Experience
🎤 What is It?
Step into the world of Korean pop culture with this dynamic and fun K-Pop dance class, taught by professional instructors who have trained with or worked alongside real K-pop idols. Learn actual choreography from BTS, BLACKPINK, NewJeans, or EXO — and feel like a star yourself!
📋 Program Overview
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Location
Dance studio in Seoul (or your venue upon request)
Language
English (Korean words and dance terms explained)
Difficulty
Beginner friendly – No experience needed
🎵 What You’ll Do:
Warm-up & Introduction
Light stretching, rhythm practice
Intro to Korean dance gestures and idol mindset
Learn a K-pop Routine
Choose from top K-Pop songs (BTS, BLACKPINK, TWICE, Stray Kids, etc.)
Step-by-step breakdown of choreography
Practice together as a group
Record Your Performance
Final group dance video (recorded on your phone or by staff)
✅ Why Choose This Program?
Perfect for fans of Korean pop culture
Interactive, energetic, and fun for all ages
Great for school groups, influencers, or content creators
Take home unforgettable photos & videos from your trip to Korea