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Experience the Traditional Martial Art of Taekwondo

Taekwondo, the most recognized form of Korean martial arts, is a sport that emphasizes a sense of morality, humility, and a respect for one’s opponent. It has become a globally-recognized sport through which practitioners can improve both their physical ability and mental strength. This martial art teaches practitioners both defensive and offensive techniques without using weapons. However, taekwondo puts more emphasis on defense because of the taekwondo spirit of respecting peace and justice. Continue reading below to find out where you can experience this traditional Korean martial art.

Namsangol Hanok Village

There are various kinds of taekwondo-related performances and hands-on programs at Namsangol Hanok Village. The programs are organized by the Seoul Metropolitan Government for international visitors who are interested in experiencing traditional cultural programs during their stay in Korea. These hands-on programs offer international visitors a chance to learn taekwondo’s basic forms, self-defense skills, basic breaking and more. Foreigners can also watch professional taekwondo performances accompanied by gugak (traditional Korean music).
Those interested in joining the hands-on programs can apply on the website atwww.taekwonseoul.org (Korean, English, Japanese, simplified Chinese) or inquire by phone. There is no limit to the number of applicants; more lecturers will be made available if there are more participants. Admission to Namsangol Hanok Village is free of charge; however, fees apply for participation in the experience programs. For more information, please visit http://www.taekwonseoul.org.
<Taekwondo Performance Programs>
PerformanceDetailsVenue & Time
Taekwondo Performance
(Free)		① Taekwondo performance accompanied by gugak and traditional stories.
② Basic taekwondo experience program before and after the performance & picture taking		Namsangol
Hanok Village
(Cheonugak Stage)
Daily (except Tuesdays)
15:00 – 16:00
Taekwondo Creative Cultural Performance
(Free)		① Taekwondo-themed creative cultural performance
② Picture taking before and after the performance
<Taekwondo Hands-on Programs>
Operating hoursDetailsVenue
① May 3 – November 1, 2014 (not available in August)
② Available from Sunday to Monday
-1st round: 11:00 – 12:00
-2nd round: 13:00 – 14:00
-3rd round: 16:00 – 17:00
(*Schedule for the next day is subject to change if there are less than 5 participants)		① Basic taekwondo forms/ about 1hr
② Cardio program with music/ about 1hr
③ Foreign advanced-level taekwondo practitioners special program / about 1hr
*Refer to the website of each program’s fees		Namsangol
Hanok Village
(Pigeumjeong Square)
☞ How to apply
*Homepage www.taekwonseoul.org (Korean, English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese) – online reservation (reservations end at 00:00 on the day of the program)
*Phone +82-2-568-2011 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) is only for inquiries and not for reservations.

International Kumgang Taekwondo Center

*Photo Credit) International Kumgang Taekwondo Center
International Kumgang Taekwondo Center specializes in providing taekwondo experience programs for foreigners. The programs are generally carried out inside taekwondo studios in Korea, making the experience more meaningful. Small group sessions and large group sessions are available, and times are flexible depending on the center’s schedule. Programs range from short-term (basic forms and techniques) to long-term (a more intensive program held for a month or longer). After completing any of the programs, participants will be presented with a certificate and there will also be time allotted for picture taking. Regular classes for foreigners residing in Korea are held on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For inquiries, call or email the center.
Taekwondo One-day Experience Program
TimeFee
1hr 30min50,000 won
2hr70,000 won
3hr100,000 won
☞ Venue: International Kumgang Taekwondo Center (2F, 736-1, Mok-dong, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul)
☞ Homepage: www.taekwontokorea.com (Korean)
☞ Inquiries: +82-2-2642-0692 (Korean, English)
☞ Email: cashin76@hanmail.net

Muju Taekwondowon

Photo Credit) Muju Taekwondowon
Located on Baegunsan Mountain in Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, Muju Taekwondowon is a center where people can learn taekwondo in a place surrounded by nature. The center’s expansive grounds occupy a land area of 2,314,000㎡ while the total building floor area measures 71,648㎡.
Muju Taekwondowon’s main facilities include the T1 Arena (main stadium), T1 Theater (indoor performance hall), Experience Center Yap! (taekwondo experience hall), Doyak Center (training center), etc. Also available are training rooms where one can undertake an academic study of taekwondo, and accommodation facilities called “Doyakgwan.” Doyakgwan is open to anyone visiting Muju Taekwondowon such as grandmasters, referees, practitioners, groups (schools or companies) and general visitors.
At the taekwondo experience hall, visitors can wear taekwondo uniforms and spar with a virtual opponent. The Taekwondo Museum exhibits the basics and the history of taekwondo, as well as some other taekwondo-related materials. Visitors can even watch a short taekwondo-themed animation here.
The center also offers program packages ranging from a one-day program to multiple-day programs.  For more information, visit Muju Taekwondowon’s website atwww.tkdwon.kr (Korean, English).
Last updated, April 25, 2014

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