2025 Spring K-Culture Courses in Ottawa / Montreal / Toronto / Online The Korean Cultural Centre Canada is excited to announce the launch of the 2025 Spring K-Culture Courses this March. Classes will run from March to May.  This semester, we are offering Korean music, dance, sports, and art classes in Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, and online. Each class requires a separate registration. Please read the course details carefully before submitting your application form.  KCC (Ottawa) 1. Danso The danso is a Korean notched, end-blown vertical bamboo recorder used in Korean folk music. Time: 19:00-20:15 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, March 12 – May 14 (10 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Beginner Fee: Free Danso Reference Video: https://youtu.be/1Bt7EUpFqPQ?si=OKWqHAy5EjdSNZg-  2. Haegeum (Beginner Level 2) The haegeum is a traditional Korean string instrument, resembling a vertical fiddle with two strings. Time: 17:40 - 18:55 (ET)  Period: Every Wednesday, March 12 – May 14 (10 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Beginner Level 2 Fee: $100 Cash deposit Before registering for the Haegeum Beginner Level 2 class, please ensure you are familiar with the following: ●How to make sound on the haegeum ●The Hwang Position and Joong Position Haegeum Reference Video: https://youtu.be/HSMOqydq0HQ?si=ym9KNjoWnp1jRX58  3. Modern Minhwa Modern Minhwa refers to contemporary interpretations of traditional Korean folk paintings, known as 'Minhwa,' where artists take the motifs and aesthetic style of the historic art form and reinterpret them using modern techniques and perspectives. It often incorporates new themes and ideas while maintaining the core elements of the original style. Essentially, it's a way of bringing the spirit of traditional Korean folk art into contemporary art practices.  Time: 17:30 - 19:30 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, March 18 - May 20, 2025 (10 sessions) Location: KCC (1410-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Open to all experience levels. Fee: Free 4. Hanji Craft Hanji is a type of traditional paper that comes from the inner bark of the mulberry tree. Craft everyday item made from hanji. Join us for an immersive hands-on experience in the art of Korean Hanji mulberry paper crafts! Time: 18:00 - 20:00 (ET)  Period: Every Wednesday, March 19 – May 21 (10 sessions) Location: KCC (1410-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Open to all experience levels. Fee: Free  5. K-Pop Vocal The K-Pop vocal class teaches authentic K-Pop vocal techniques, improves Korean pronunciation through songs, and focuses on collaboration and group performance. Time: 17:00 - 18:30 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, March 11 – May 20 (10 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Open to all experience levels. Fee: Free 6. K-Pop Dance Beginner Time: 18:30 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, March 11 – May 20 (10 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Beginner Fee: Free 7. K-Pop Dance Intermediate Time: 18:30 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Thursday, March 13 – May 15 (10 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Intermediate (previous experience recommended) Fee: Free Montreal 8. Korean Traditional Drum Dance  Korean Drum Dance incorporates traditional dance with Janggu, an hourglass-shaped drum wrapped around the shoulders. Time: 15:00 - 16:30 (ET) Period: Every Sunday, March 16 – May 25 (10 sessions) Location: Ballet Divertimento (1435 Rue Drummond, Montréal, QC H3G 1W4) Level: Beginner Fee: $100 Cash deposit may be required for instrument rental  Korean Traditional Drum Dance Reference Video: https://youtu.be/UvEnvZO3QNs?si=wo1bvBqhK0ikH9y0  9. Korean Traditional Dance Korean traditional dance, with roots tracing back over five thousand years, now ranges from folk dance to newly created and adopted contemporary dance styles. In this new course, you will have the opportunity to learn a modernized form of Korean dance, combining the basic steps, breathing techniques, and movements of traditional Korean dance with contemporary elements. Build a strong foundation in Korean dance while creating your own unique dance style. Time: 13:00 - 14:30 (ET) Period: Every Sunday, March 16 – May 25 (10 sessions) Location: Espaces des Arts (9 Rue Sainte-Catherine E, Montréal, QC H2X 1K3) Level: Beginner Fee: Free Course Reference Video:  https://youtu.be/BhumNGdl00k?si=s43Jt0xk3CKsbmA_  Toronto 10. Pansori & Minyo (Korean Folk Song) Pansori is a traditional Korean genre of musical storytelling performed by a vocalist and a drummer. This course will include collaborative activities and group performances to enhance the storytelling experience. Time: 18:00 - 19:30 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, March 12 – May 28 (10 sessions) Location: True and Trust Entertainment (5584 Yonge Street, North York, ON M2N 5S2) Level: Beginner  Fee: Free Pansori & Minyo Reference Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/YHaSdU7WPeQ?feature=share  11. Janggu (Korean Drum) The Janggu is the most representative drum in traditional Korean music. Janggu has an hourglass shape, with a narrow middle and wider ends, and is played with two drumsticks—one thick and one thin—on both sides of the drum. It produces a variety of sounds depending on which side is struck, making it versatile in creating different rhythms and tones. Time: 13:00 - 14:30 (ET) Period: Every Sunday, March 16 – June 1 (10 sessions) Location: TBD Level: Beginner  Fee: $100 Cash deposit may be required for instrument rental Janggu Reference Video: https://youtu.be/iSPJ0YhGtag?si=UoBjhVTZnjBYq-rl  Online 12. Korean Traditional Dance Korean traditional dance, with roots tracing back over five thousand years, now ranges from folk dance to newly created and adopted contemporary dance styles. In this new course, you will have the opportunity to learn a modernized form of Korean dance, combining the basic steps, breathing techniques, and movements of traditional Korean dance with contemporary elements. Build a strong foundation in Korean dance while creating your own unique dance style. Time: 10:30-12:00 (ET) Period: Every Saturday, March 15 - May 24 (10 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Level: Beginner Fee: Free Course Reference Video:  https://youtu.be/BhumNGdl00k?si=s43Jt0xk3CKsbmA_  13. Korean Music 101 Korean Music 101 explores the types of Korean traditional music, its related history, and sociocultural context, and discusses how elements of traditional music are represented in K-pop and Korean cultural content. While there will be time to learn music and dance, such as pansori, folk songs, drumming patterns, etc., the focus will primarily be on explanations and audiovisual materials. Time: 17:30-19:00 (ET) Period: Every Thursday, March 13 - May 29 (10 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Fee: Free Korean Music 101 Reference Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/OnTFPW5CX0o?feature=share  14. Taekwondo (Beginner) Taekwondo is a martial art that originated in Korea over 2,000 years ago. This course will introduce basic Taekwondo techniques and exercises to those who are new to Taekwondo. Time: 13:00 - 14:00 (ET) Period: Every Sunday, March 16 - May 25 (10 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Level: Beginner Fee: Free *Required minimum age: 7 15. K-Pop Dance Beginner Time: 17:00 - 18:30 (ET) Period: Every Monday, March 10 - May 12 (10 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Level: Beginner Fee: Free 16. K-Pop Dance Intermediate Time: 17:00 - 18:30 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, March 11 - May 13 (10 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Level: Intermediate (previous experience recommended) Fee: Free *IMPORTANT* 1. A separate application is required for each course. 2. Submitting an application does not automatically register you for the course. 3. Each applicant must use a unique email address. Please avoid applying for multiple individuals using a single email. 4. Photos and videos taken during the course may be used in KCC's promotional materials.  5. Priority will be given to new applicants, except for the Haegeum Beginner Level 2 course. 6. K-Academy programs have limited spaces and are free-of-charge. As missing a session takes away an opportunity from someone else, we take attendance seriously. Therefore, anyone who fails to attend classes without a valid reason will be penalized in future registrations for all KCC programs. 7. Confirmation emails with class details are scheduled to be sent on March 5. Application Form: https://forms.gle/oTRVGoL8ZTocnojF7  Application period: February 18 (10AM ET) - March 2 (11:59PM ET), 2025

2024 Fall K-Academy in Ottawa / Toronto / Montreal   The Korean Cultural Centre is pleased to announce that the 2024 Fall K-Culture Courses will start in September. The classes will start in September and end in November. We are introducing Korean music, dance, tea and art classes in Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal this semester. Each class requires separate registration, please read the course details carefully before submitting your application form.   KCC (Ottawa) 1. Haegeum The haegeum is a traditional Korean string instrument, resembling a vertical fiddle with two strings. Time: 17:30 - 19:00 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, September 4 – November 27 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (1410-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Beginner Fee: $100 deposit in cash required for instrument rental.   2. Hanji Craft Hanji crafts are everyday products made with a type of traditional paper that comes from the inner bark of the mulberry tree. Time: 15:00 - 17:00 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, September 3 – November 19 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (1410-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Beginner   3. Minhwa Minhwa means popular painting or people's art and is traditional Korean folk art from the Chosun era (1392-1910) painted onto paper or on canvas. Time: 17:30 - 19:30 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, September 3 – November 19 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (1410-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Intermediate (previous experience required; returning students welcome)   4. Nanta Nanta is a traditional style of drumming dramatizing the rhythms of Samulnori using the traditional Korean barrel drum called Buk. The course includes both nanta and samgomu(standing) drums. Time: 17:00 - 19:00 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, September 10 - November 26, 2024 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Beginner   5. K-Pop Dance Beginner Time: 18:00 - 19:30 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, September 4 – November 27 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Beginner   6. K-Pop Dance Intermediate Please note that this course is intended for participants with previous experience. Time: 15:00 - 16:30 (ET) Period: Every Friday, September 6 – November 22 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Level: Intermediate     Toronto 7. Korean Tea Discover the art of Korean tea appreciation, complemented by a selection of snacks and engaging activities. Time: 19:00 - 20:30 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, September 3 – November 26 (12 sessions) Location: 918 Bathurst Centre (918 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5R 3G5) Level : Beginner   8. Pansori Pansori is a traditional Korean genre of musical storytelling performed by a vocalist and a drummer. This course will include collaborative activities and group performances to enhance the storytelling experience. Time: 18:30 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, September 4 – November 27 (12 sessions) Location: Miles Nadal JCC (750 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5S 2J2) Level: Beginner   Montreal 9. Sagunja The Four Gracious Plants (plum blossom, orchid, chrysanthemum, and bamboo) symbolize the spirit of classical scholars from the Joseon dynasty era. Time: 09:15 - 11:15 (ET) Period: Every Saturday, September 7 – November 23, 2024 (12 sessions) Location: Centre d’ACIM (1022 Rue Jean-Talon O, Montreal, QC H3N 1T1) Level: Beginner   10. Bojagi Learn the traditional Korean art of fabric wrapping with bojagi, a Korean wrapping cloth. Time: 18:00 - 19:30 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, September 4 – November 20 (12 sessions) Location: Goethe-Institut Montreal (1626 Boul. Saint-Laurent Bureau 100, Montreal, QC H2X 2T1) Level: Beginner     Online 11. Traditional Korean Dance Time: 18:00 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Monday, September 2 – November 25 (12 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Level: Beginner   12. Online K-Pop Dance Beginner Time: 15:00 - 17:00 (ET) Period: Every Monday, September 2 – November 25 (12 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Level: Beginner   13. Online K-Pop Dance Intermediate Time: 15:00 - 17:00 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, September 3 – November 19 (12 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Level: Intermediate (previous experience recommended)     *IMPORTANT* 1. A separate application is required for each course. 2. Submitting an application does not automatically register you for the course. 3. Each applicant must use a unique email address. Please avoid applying for multiple individuals using a single email. 4. Photos and videos taken during the course may be used in KCC's promotional materials. 5. New applicants will receive priority (excluding the Intermediate Minhwa course). 6. K-Academy programs are free of charge, so attendance is crucial after registration. We will verify your name and confirmation email during the first class. 7. Confirmation emails with class details are scheduled to be sent on August 26. Application Form:     https://forms.gle/tFovwmHiSmAG839HA Application period: August 19 - August 25, 2024   Inquiries:     canada@korea.kr  

The Korean Cultural Centre is pleased to announce the summer K-pop program. We have a number of in-person and online courses available for you. Please read the following details and submit your application if you wish to register.   1. In-person beginner ○Time: 15:00-16:30 ○Dates: Wednesdays, July 3, 10, 16(Tuesday), 24, 31, August 14 ○At KCC Canada (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON) 2. In-person intermediate ○Time: 15:00-16:30 ○Dates: Fridays, July 5, 12, 19, 26, August 2, 16 ○At KCC Canada (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON) 3. Online beginner A ○Time: 18:00-19:30 ○Dates: Tuesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6 ○Online (Zoom) 4. Online beginner B ○Time: 15:00-17:00 ○Dates: Mondays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 12 ○Online (Zoom) Application: https://forms.gle/WwxDeUZ9dcmjRbGZ9

The Korean Cultural Centre is pleased to announce that the 2024 Spring K-Culture Courses will start in March. The classes will start in March and end in May. We are introducing Korean music, dance, tea and art classes in Ottawa and Toronto this semester. Please read the course details carefully before submitting your application form.   KCC (Ottawa) 1. Danso The danso is a Korean notched, end-blown vertical bamboo flute used in Korean folk music. Time: 19:00 - 20:30 (ET) Period: Every Thursday, March 7 – May 30 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: $10 (the instrument), Cash only   2. Haegeum The haegeum is a traditional Korean string instrument, resembling a vertical fiddle with two strings. Time: 17:30 - 19:00 (ET) Period: Every Thursday, March 7 – May 30 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: Free 3. Sagunja The plum blossom, orchid, chrysanthemum and bamboo are referred to as the Four Gracious Plants. The classical scholars of the Joseon dynasty era called Seonbi projected their spirit of life on the four plants called Sagunja in Korean. Time: 18:00 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, March 5 - May 21, 2024 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (1410-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: Free    4. Minhwa Minhwa means popular painting or people's art and is traditional Korean folk art from the Chosun era (1392-1910) painted onto paper or on canvas. Time: 18:00 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Thursday, March 7 – May 23 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: Free   5. Nanta Nanta is a traditional style of drumming dramatizing the rhythms of Samulnori using the traditional Korean barrel drum called Buk. Time: 18:00 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, March 5 - May 21, 2024 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (1410-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: Free   6. Geommu Geommu is a traditional sword dance practiced in Korea. Time: 18:00 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, March 6 – May 29 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: Free   7. K-Pop Dance Beginner Time: 15:00 - 16:30 (ET) Period: Every Monday, March 4 – June 3 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: Free   8. K-Pop Dance Intermediate Please note that this course is intended for participants with previous experience. Time: 15:00 - 16:30 (ET) Period: Every Friday, March 8 – May 31 (12 sessions) Location: KCC (101-150 Elgin St, Ottawa) Fee: Free     Toronto 9. Korean Tea Time: 19:00 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday, March 6 – May 22 (12 sessions) Location: 918 Bathurst Centre (918 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5R 3G5) Fee: $10 (tea leaves, etc.)   10. Pansori Time: 18:30 - 20:00 (ET) Period: Every Wednesday (Monday for the last two weeks), March 6 – May 20 (12 sessions) Location: Small World Centre (180 Shaw St, Toronto, ON M6J 2W5) Fee: Free     Online 11. Online K-Pop Dance Beginner Time: 17:00 - 19:00 (ET) Period: Every Tuesday, March 5 – May 21 (12 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Fee: Free   12. Online K-Pop Dance Intermediate Time: 17:00 - 19:00 (ET) Period: Every Monday, March 4 – May 27 (12 sessions) Location: Online (Zoom) Fee: Free     Application Form:     https://forms.gle/mk5UEw6BNCManq3y7 Application period:  February 14 - 25, 2024 Confirmation email: February 27, 2024 Each application must be submitted in case you’re applying for more than one course.   Inquiries:     canada@korea.kr