Step-up Korean & Language Exchange 한국어공부 & 언어교환

### Step-up Korean Small Group Study (Magoknaru)

Looking for a more effective and natural way to learn Korean? Join a small-group Korean study session where you can improve your Korean speaking skills in a relaxed but structured environment. Led by professional tutor Soona with 8+ years of teaching experience.

🗓️ Schedule

• Days: Every Wednesday & Friday
• Time:
• Starting August: : 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

💬 Class Style

• Small-group intensive study (Maximum 5 students).
• Foreign Korean learners only (❌ Korean participants not allowed).
• This is not memorization-based learning. We focus on practical, natural communication through:
• Speaking practice in real free-talking situations
• Real-time correction & feedback
• Role-playing and conversation-focused grammar
• Pronunciation, vocabulary, and natural expression training

💰 Fee

• 5,000 KRW per session.

📍 Location

• Venue: Vienna Coffee House (Magoknaru Station)
  Address: 서울특별시 강서구 마곡동 757-3 2F
  Naver Map: https://naver.me/FPn5pV6d

➕ Optional Language Exchange
After class, you are welcome to join our Language Exchange (Korean 🇰🇷 / English 🇺🇸) with no extra charge!

• Time: Follows immediately after the study session.
• Format: Small-group conversations with partner rotation in a relaxed social atmosphere.

✅ RSVP

### 🇰🇷 Step-up Korean & English Language Exchange (Magoknaru)

Looking for a fun and effective way to practice Korean and English? Join our structured language exchange meetup where you can improve your speaking skills and meet new people in a relaxed, friendly environment.
🗓️ Schedule Wednesday: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
💬 How It Works

• Korean 🇰🇷 / English 🇺🇸 alternating sessions.
• Partner rotation to meet and talk with different people.
• Balanced speaking time in both languages.
• This is not just "free talking"—we provide a structured system to help you speak more confidently.

🤝 Why Join?

• Practice both Korean and English.
• Meet new local & international friends.
• Comfortable and social atmosphere.
• Stay consistent with your speaking practice.

🍽️ After Session (Optional) After the meetup, you’re welcome to join our optional meal session. A great chance to make friends and continue practicing languages naturally!
📍 Location

### 🗓️ Tour Schedule – September 4 (Wednesday) / 투어 일정

🌊 [Healing Journey] Eunpyeong Hanok Village, Bukhansan Temples & Valley Stroll
Escape the hustle and bustle of Seoul and join me for a day filled with the serene beauty of traditional Hanok architecture, the peaceful atmosphere of Bukhansan temples, and the refreshing touch of mountain stream waters. I’ve carefully curated this route to gift you a perfect day where nature meets culture. Let's create unforgettable memories together!
Why am I hosting this? I am currently developing local tours, and I am hosting this session as a non-profit, free guided hangout. My greatest joy comes from exploring beautiful hidden gems and building warm, genuine connections with new people like you.
A Note on Memories During our time together, I’ll be capturing the atmosphere. By joining, you kindly agree that I may use group photos for my tour marketing/portfolio. Rest assured, I only use group shots that capture our day together and will never use uncomfortable close-up portraits.

🌊 [힐링 여정] 은평 한옥마을, 북한산 사찰 & 계곡길 힐링 투어
바쁜 서울을 벗어나 은평 한옥마을의 고즈넉한 전통미, 북한산 사찰의 평화로움, 그리고 계곡 바위에 발을 담그며 느끼는 시원한 힐링까지! 자연과 문화가 어우러진 최고의 하루를 선물합니다. 제가 직접 짠 특별한 루트로 함께 특별한 추억을 만들어 봐요!
이 모임을 운영하는 이유 현재 로컬 투어를 기획 중이며, 이번 모임은 비영리 목적의 무료 가이드 투어입니다. 함께 멋진 곳을 탐험하고 새로운 분들과 따뜻한 연결을 만드는 것이 저의 가장 큰 기쁨입니다.
사진 촬영 관련 안내 투어 중 단체 사진을 촬영하며, 참여 시 단체 사진이 투어 홍보 목적으로 활용되는 것에 동의하는 것으로 간주합니다. 개인 단독 사진은 절대 사용하지 않으며, 화기애애한 단체 사진 위주로만 활용하니 안심해주세요!

• 11:30 | Meet at Bulgwang Station (불광역 집결)
• Let's meet and take a local bus (approx. 20 mins) to Eunpyeong Hanok Village.
• 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch at Eunpyeong Hanok Village / 점심 식사
• Enjoy a local lunch near the beautiful Hanok village. Budget: 10,000–15,000 KRW
• 13:30 – 14:00 | [Special] Traditional Tea Ceremony (Onjeong Dasil / 온정다실 다도 체험)
• Limited to 8 people (First come, first served via RSVP).
• Note: Conducted in Korean, but I will provide real-time English support! (Fee: 3,000 KRW).
• If the RSVP exceeds 8 people, this activity will be replaced with a relaxing 1-hour coffee/tea break at a scenic Hanok cafe.
• 14:00 – 15:00 | Hanok Village Stroll / 한옥마을 산책
• Exploring the beautiful architecture and history museum.
• 15:00 – 17:00 | Bukhansan Forest Walk & Valley Break / 북한산 숲길 & 계곡 휴식
• Hike the peaceful trail between Jinkwansa and Samcheonsa. We will take refreshing breaks on granite rocks to dip our feet into the cool mountain streams.
• 17:00 – 18:00 | Return to Seoul / 해산

### 🏔️ About Our Destinations / 방문지 상세 정보

• Eunpyeong Hanok Village (은평 한옥마을): A picturesque village where traditional architecture meets the stunning backdrop of Bukhansan Mountain. (북한산의 웅장한 배경과 어우러진 전통 건축미가 돋보이는 마을입니다.)
• Jinkwansa & Samcheonsa (진관사 & 삼천사): Historic Buddhist sites hidden deep in the mountain. (북한산 깊은 곳에 자리 잡은 역사 깊은 사찰로, 평화롭고 신비로운 분위기를 선사합니다.)
• Valley Healing Stroll (계곡길 힐링 산책): A refreshing trek alongside mountain streams. We will sit on granite rocks to cool off and recharge. (북한산 계곡을 따라 걷는 상쾌한 산책길입니다. 바위에 앉아 발을 담그며 더위를 식혀보세요.)

### ⚠️ Important Info / 필수 안내 사항

[Online/Zoom] Speak Korean Naturally: Upper Beginner (A2-B1)
Are you struggling to use Korean grammar in real-life conversations? Let’s clear that up together! Join our intensive online classes to bridge the gap between textbook grammar and natural speech. We tackle a different practical topic every week to boost your communication confidence.
🗓️ Schedule & Global Time Zones

• Class Time: Every Saturday, 8:30 AM – 9:25 AM KST (Korean Standard Time)
• Japan: Saturday, 8:30 AM (JST)
• Singapore: Saturday, 7:30 AM (SGT)
• US & Canada (Eastern): Friday, 7:30 PM (EDT)
• US & Canada (Pacific): Friday, 4:30 PM (PDT) (All sessions are conducted live via Zoom.)

📚 September Curriculum

• Sept 5: Irregular verb change review
• Sept 12: Linking sounds review
• Sept 19: Basic grammar review & speaking pattern practice
• Sept 26: Self-introduction completion & role-play

🎯 Class Level & Prerequisites

• Target Level: Upper Beginner (A2-B1). The primary goal of these weekly sessions is to improve your speaking fluency.
• Absolute Beginners: If you have not yet mastered Hangul or the most basic foundational grammar, this group class might be too fast-paced. Please send me a Direct Message (DM) to inquire about tailored 1:1 private lessons!

💰 Tuition & Payment

• Fee: 15 USD per session.
• To keep our online classes running smoothly, all tuition is prepaid and non-refundable.
• Payment Methods: PayPal is the default option. If PayPal is difficult for you to use, please DM me to arrange an alternative! I also accept Wise, direct bank transfers, and card payments.