Programs

KOREAN CULTURAL CENTER

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  1. K-Food Academy 2024: Intensive Course
    Mondays, 30 September-28 October 2024               09:00-12:00                      Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Ready to dive into the vibrant world of Korean cuisine? Don’t miss your chance to learn from the best with the Korean Cultural Centre’s K-Food Academy Intensive Course! Whether you're a professional chef, a culinary student, or just a passionate foodie eager to master new recipes, our course is crafted to inspire and educate. Chef Christine Bae will guide you through authentic and contemporary fusion Korean recipes, offering hands-on cooking experience and expert feedback in every class. Join us at K-Food Academy and unlock the secrets to mastering Korean cuisine! PROGRAMME   • Week 1: Introduction to Korean Cuisine | Bibimbap   • Week 2: Exploring Korean Sauces | Stir-Fried Pork & Beef BBQ   • Week 3: Kimchi | Making Various Kimchis   • Week 4: Korean Trending Foods (Temple & Street Food) | Tteok-bokki, Braised Tofu   • Week 5: Graduation & Korean Desserts | Sweet Rice Balls, Cinnamon Punch DATES Every Monday, 30 September-28 October 2024 *Applicants MUST be able to attend all five sessions. TIME 09:00-12:00 VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria FEE Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/nW1GZsgtUagdCxrF8 *required *Registration closes on Friday, 20 September 2024. Only successful applicants will be contacted individually. For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | rokpcosa@gmail.com
  2. Korea-South Africa Traditional Dance Exchange Workshop 2024
    16-28 September 2024               Pretoria                        Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Experience a unique cultural exchange at the Korean Cultural Centre! Learn the art of Korea’s Bongsan Mask Dance, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage, alongside South African traditional dances. This workshop offers a deep dive into the music, rhythms, and representative dance movements of both nations, as well as a hands-on mask-making experience. WORKSHOP   • Dates: Monday-Friday, 16-27 September 2024   • Time: Choose only ONE session     - Morning session: 09:00-11:30     - Afternoon session: 13:30-16:00   • Venue: Korean Cultural Centre   • Address: 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria   • Age: 16 years and above   • Fee: Free *Please only register if you can attend all the classes for the entire two-week workshop. PERFORMANCE   • Date: Saturday, 28 September 2024   • Time: 2-4PM   • Venue: Korean Cultural Centre   • Address: 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria   • Admission: Free What is TALCHUM (탈춤)? Talchum, the Korean mask dance, is an expressive and dynamic art form that combines dance, drama, and music to tell stories. Performed by dancers wearing tal (the traditional Korean mask), talchum was historically used to critique societal issues, such as corruption among the ruling class or the struggles of ordinary people. The performances are often infused with humor and satire, engaging the audience through lively interaction. While each region in Korea developed its unique style of talchum, with variations in mask designs, dance movements, and themes, the core of talchum remains a celebration of cultural identity, communal spirit, and the shared human experience. Today, talchum is a cherished cultural heritage, offering insight into Korea’s rich history and continuing to bring people together through its powerful storytelling and expressive dance. About the Gyeongseodo Folk Music Group This group, composed of experts with 10 to 25 years of experience, is dedicated to sharing and reinterpreting the beauty of Korean traditions. They actively engage in educational activities to pass on and promote traditional culture to the next generation. REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/KTgKPNp2oJjYipSt7 *required Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with both Korean and South African dance traditions! For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 / kccsa@korea.kr
  3. KOREAN COOKING CLASSES 2024 - September & October
    Wednesdays, 4 September & 16 October 2024               10:00-13:00                      Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Join us for our famous KOREAN COOKING CLASSES in September & October, and don't miss the chance to learn the quintessentials of Korean cuisine! PROGRAMME   • Bulgogi (Korean beef BBQ) | 4 September   • Dak-bokkeum-tang (spicy braised chicken) | 16 October DATES Wednesday, 4 September 2024 Wednesday, 16 October 2024 TIME 10:00-13:00 VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/KE5nLQ39jPsMQzmPA *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | syunsa@korea.kr
  4. TAEKOWNDO 2024 - TERM 2
    2 September-30 October 2024               Term 2                      Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Join us for the second term of our TAEKWONDO CLASSES 2024, and train your body and mind with taekwondo spirit! Introduce yourself into the world of traditional Korean martial art, or continue training with us if you've already been training. All levels are welcome! DATES 2 September-30 October 2024 VENUE Korean Cultural Centre (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria) LEVEL All levels AGE   • Junior Class: 7-12 years   • Senior Class: 13 years and above CLASS SCHEDULE   • Junior Class: Mondays, 14:30-16:00   • Senior Class: Wednesdays, 14:30-16:00 COST Free REGISTRATION Please submit an online application at https://forms.gle/Bm9fheHw7EFzWzor9. For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 / tkd.kccsa@gmail.com