The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to announce the K-POP Academy 2026, a dance program where K-POP fans can learn the latest K-POP choreographies and experience Korean pop culture through dance. This year’s program will include regular dance classes, one-day K-POP dance classes, and a final showcase and completion ceremony. Program Period 29 July (WED) – 29 August 2026(SAT) Venue Dee Studio, Abu Dhabi Korean Cultural Center – Arirang Hall Program Details Regular Classes The regular classes are designed for participants who can attend the full program and learn K-POP choreography step by step. Classes Schedule Class Target Schedule Time Sessions Class A / Beginner Regular Class Female only / 14+ Monday & Wednesday 18:00–20:00 8 sessions Class B / Advanced Regular Class Female only / 14+ Tuesday & Thursday 18:00–20:00 8 sessions Class W / Weekend Regular Class Female only / 14+ Sunday 14:00–18:00 4 sessions Participants in the regular classes will learn popular K-POP choreographies and take part in the final showcase and completion ceremony. One-Day Classes (Opening Soon!!) Abu Dhabi The one-day classes are designed for participants who would like to experience K-POP dance in a casual form. Participants will learn how to do tiktok challenges! - One-Day with BTS Open to male and female participants - One-Day With BTS Open to adult female participants Final Showcase and Completion Ceremony A final showcase and completion ceremony will be held at the Korean Cultural Center’s Arirang Hall, where regular class participants will present what they have learned during the program. Eligibility Those who are interested in K-POP dance and Korean culture Regular classes: female participants aged 14 and above One-day classes: adult participants Applicants must be able to attend the selected class schedule Application Please apply through the registration form below: Application Form:  CLICK HERE Application Deadline: 22 – 07 - 2026 Seats are limited. Selected applicants will receive a confirmation email or WhatsApp message from the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE.   Important Notes Participation is free of charge. Selected participants must confirm their attendance after receiving the confirmation message. Participants are expected to attend all required sessions for their selected class.   For inquiries, please contact: Kpop2026.kccuae@gmail.com  

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to present a Korean popular dessert-making workshop in celebration of Seollal (Korean Lunar New Year) 2026. We warmly invite those interested to join us and experience on of Korea's latest dessert trends. ■ Event Title : Korean Style Marshmallow & Kunafa Dessert Workshop (as a part of the New Year Rice Cake House) ■ Attendance is limited to participants who receive a confirmation email after RSVP registration.      - Due to seats limitations, participation by members of the Korean community is not available. We kindly ask for your understanding. ■ Programs : Abu Dhabi Chewy Cookie (Dubai Chewy Cookie) Making ■ Registration : RSVP (https://forms.gle/akWX3rCLgaMF5MZG7) ※ This event is free of charge. ※ Attendance is limited to participants who receive a confirmation email after RSVP registration       - Confirmation email will be sent on Sunday, 8th February. ※ Photos and videos may be taken during the event and may be used for Korean Cultural Center operations and prmotional purposes. ■ About the Workshop : Abu Dhabi Chewy Cookie Making This hands-on programs allows participants to make a popular Korean dessert known as the "Dubai Chewy Cookie", also widely referred to as "Du-jjong-ku". The workshop brings this trending dessert to Abu Dhabi, where participants can create it themselves. The Korean CulturL Center introduces this dessert under a new name "Abu Dhabi Chewy Cookie(Ah-jjong-ku). The dessert combines ingredients commonly used in the Arab region, such as Kunafa and Pistachio, with a uniquely Korean technie that incorporates marshmallows. Gaining widespread attention through social media, it has quickly become a viral dessert trend.

Join us for a one-day DIY craft workshop inspired by Korean traditional candlesticks featuring a butterfly motif, a symbol often associated with love and happiness in Korean traditional crafts! The workshop will be held twice with identical content to offer more participants the chance to join. Dates & Times (Choose 1) * February 4th, 2026 (Wednesday), 7:00~9:00PM * February 11th, 2026 (Wednesday), 7:00~9:00PM Venue: Multipurpose Hall in the KCC Eligibility: All ages welcome (No prior experience required) Fee: Free Registration Link: https://forms.gle/mYYHLZfnTyk51XnS8 Registration Period: Until February 1, 2026 (Sunday)

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to announce the recruitment of Taekwondo trainees for the 2026 program. This course is a one-year intensive program, and participants must enroll from the beginning, as mid-year enrollment is not permitted. Please carefully review the information below and submit your application within the registration period. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation. Course Information ◾ Course Duration : 23rd January (Fri) ~ 11th December (Fri), 2026 * The schedule may be subject to change depending on circumstances.  ◾ Program Schedule Course Day Time Note Adult Class (Female) Every Friday 14:00~15:00 (60mins) Over 14 years old Adult Class (Male) 15:00~16:00 (60mins) Youth Class (Beginner) Every Sunday 13:00~14:00 (60mins) Youth only (8-12 years old) Youth Class (Intermediate) 14:00~15:00 (60mins) ※ Belt Colour (Grade) - Beginner: White(9), Yellow(8), Green(7), Blue(6) - Intermediate : Purple(5), brown(4), Orange(3), Red(2), Black(1) ◾ Venue: Event Hall at Korean Cultural Center in the UAE * Classes could be held outside the KCC depending on the circumstances of exhibitions and other events. ◾ Materials Fee (Course is free) Course Uniform Note Youth 200 - Adult 400   Application ◾ Application Period 12th January (Mon) ~ 21st January (Wed), 2026 ◾ Eligibility UAE residents only (Korean nationals are not eligible) ◾ How to Apply 1.Access the link below and submit the application form 2.Upload the required documents https://forms.gle/jQTbqQSUCL3tMQav8     Required Documents 1. Consent Form (Youth applicants only) 2. Copy of Emirates ID (New applicants only)   Notes ◾ Only legal UAE residents with a valid Emirates ID are eligible to apply. ◾ Uniform fees are non-refundable; size exchange is allowed. ◾ Any participant who violates class rules will be expelled. All applicants must carefully read and agree to the consent form. ◾ Due to limited space, priority will be given to returning participants, followed by first-come, first-served registration. ◾ Photos and videos taken during classes may be used for Korean Cultural Center operations and media promotion.   Schedule Application Period 12 Jan (Mon) ~ 21 Jan (Wed), 2026 Result Announcement 22 Jan (Thu), 2026 Course Start Date Adult: 23 Jan (Fri), 2026 from 13:00 Youth: 25 Jan (Sun), 2026 from 13:00   Contact taekwondo.kccuae@gmail.com * Only e-mail inquiries will be answered.

The Korean Cultural Center in the UAE is pleased to host a special workshop featuring Talchum. Korea's traditional masked dance inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This hands-on program includes a live Talchum demonstration, Mask-making, and learning basic Talchum movements. We warmly invite children and youth to join and experience this unique aspect of Korean culture.  ■ Title : Learning Korean Mask (Subtitle : Tal Tal Tal)  ■ Hosted by : Korean Cultural Center in the UAE  ■ Organized by : Cloud Cultures  ■ Date & Venue        ▷  25 November (Tue), 7:00PM - 8:30PM       ▷  26 November (Wed), 7:00PM - 8:30PM       ▷  Maximum Participants per day : 10  ■ Program Highlights       ▷  Talchum(Korea's traditional masked dance)       ▷  Make your own Korean Traditional Mask(Tal)       ▷  Learn basic Talchum dance movement  ■ Registration : RSVP (https://forms.gle/En7cM6SyW7JsMQGDA)  ■ Eligibility : Children & Youth (Ages 8-18)  ■ Instructors : (Department of Traditional Arts, Chung-Ang University)                                    Hyunchang Yang, Seojeong Kim, Gyeongbin Yu, Jeonghwan Kim