A 1.5-hour taekwondo experience at the International Kumgang Taekwondo Center in Mokdong, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul. Learn about the history and philosophy of taekwondo, change into a uniform, and practice basic stances, punches, blocks, and kicks. Join action drills such as target kicks and pad kick drills, then take on a board-breaking challenge. At the end, take photos with your instructors and receive a participation certificate. No previous taekwondo experience is needed, and the instructors teach in English and Korean.

Try taekwondo at the International
Kumgang Taekwondo Center in Mokdong

This is a taekwondo cultural experience of about 1.5 hours at the International Kumgang Taekwondo Center in Mokdong, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul. It starts with a talk on the history and philosophy of taekwondo, then you put on a uniform, do basic and action drills, and take on a board-breaking challenge. At the end you take photos with the instructors and receive a participation certificate. The instructors teach in English and Korean.

Start with the history and philosophy of taekwondo

After a warm welcome, you learn what taekwondo means, the etiquette of Korean martial arts, and values such as respect, perseverance, self-control, and confidence. You also hear how taekwondo became a global sport and a cultural symbol of Korea.

Put on a uniform and learn the basics

Change into a taekwondo uniform and start basic training with a Korean instructor. You learn basic stances, punches, blocks, basic kicks, and balance and coordination exercises. The class is easy and fun, so beginners can follow along comfortably.

Get moving with action drills

You practice taekwondo movements through a variety of activities, including target kicks, pad kick drills, reaction games, team activities, basic sparring movements, and rhythm and coordination exercises. You train alongside other travelers.

Take on board breaking and receive a certificate

The highlight of the program is breaking a board with taekwondo techniques, a moment that brings together courage, focus, and confidence. When the experience ends, you take photos with the instructors and receive a participation certificate.

※ Please wear comfortable clothes or sportswear.
※ High heels and other high-heeled shoes and accessories are not allowed.
※ Meals and drinks are not included.

• Check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.

• Come to the meeting point below at your booked time and ask the instructor or staff on the 2nd floor.

• The voucher is valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point:
International Kumgang Taekwondo Center
2F, 761-14 Mok-dong, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul

Meeting point guide:
The experience is run together with a local taekwondo school, so the sign on the building reads 'Hoki Taekwondo'. Come up to the 2nd floor and ask the instructor or staff. If you have trouble finding the meeting point, contact the operator before the experience starts and they will guide you to the center.

Cancellation and refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.

Participation

• No previous taekwondo experience is required.

• People of all ages and skill levels can take part.

• Participants receive step-by-step guidance.

• Ticket types are Adult (age 18 and over) and Child (age 17 and under).

What to bring

• Please wear comfortable clothes or sportswear.

Not allowed

• High heels or other high-heeled shoes and accessories are not allowed.