IN THIS CLASS

1. Cultural Craftsmanship: Natural Materials & Ancient Techniques

Tal & Butchae Making: Crafting Tal, traditional masks, or Butchae, traditional fans. This is a highly visual and creative experience that teaches participants about the stories and uses of these artifacts in traditional performances and daily life.

Knotwork (Maedeup) Studio: A session dedicated to learning Maedeup, the complex and beautiful traditional Korean knot-tying technique. Visitors can make small jewelry or decorative items to take home.

2. Sound & Motion: Rhythm and Energy

Samulnori Percussion Workshop: Learn to play the Janggu (hourglass-shaped drum), Buk (barrel drum), and other instruments that make up Samulnori, a traditional percussion ensemble with origins in farming culture. A dynamic and energetic group activity.

K-Pop Dance Academy: Perfect for younger or modern-culture enthusiasts. Offer a structured class to learn the iconic choreography and synchronized moves of popular K-Pop groups. It’s a fun, active, and global way to connect.

Traditional Fan Dance (Buchaechum) Lesson: Learn the elegant, large-scale motions of Buchaechum, a beautiful traditional dance involving intricate fan formations and flowing movements.

3. Culinary Creation: Process & Scale

Seasonal Gimjang Experience: Gimjang is the traditional massive communal process of making a large amount of kimchi for the winter. Offering this as a seasonal event gives participants a sense of scale, community, and the deep roots of Korean food culture.

Kimbap & Bibimbap Assembly Class: Instead of a complex cooking class, focus on the creative assembly of Kimbap and Bibimbap. It’s a perfect "assembly line" type of activity for groups and visually very appealing.

Class will be Open Spring 2027