On August 31, 2025, practitioners of Bakdol Kuksundo from around the world gathered together for a Global Zoom Training Session.  The training lasted for about three hours, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and became a meaningful time where participants from different countries were able to breathe and practice in unison through an online connection. The program was divided into two parts. In the first part, Master Jinmok answered questions that had been submitted in advance, providing insights and clarity for the practitioners. Master(Kuksun) Dongkeun Han served as interpreter, ensuring smooth communication throughout the session.   In the second part, practitioners from various parts of the world united on the Zoom screen to follow Master Jinmok’s guidance in Kuksundo practice. Although each person was in a different space, their breath and energy harmonized, creating a deep and shared experience of training.   This Global Zoom Training Session once again confirmed the power of Kuksundo to connect people beyond borders. Going forward, Bakdol Kuksundo will continue to share the path of health and peace with more people, both online and offline.

From Friday, August 15th to Sunday, August 17th, the "August Intensive Training" took place at the BAlKDOL Zen Center. Despite the Liberation Day (August 1st) holiday, we trained both our bodies and minds through intensive training.Because of the hot weather, we learned and practiced swordsmanship outdoors in the early morning. In the morning and afternoon, we practiced martial arts indoors, followed by lectures and Q&A sessions.The next intensive training in September will be held from Friday, September 5th to Sunday, September 7th.    

  2025 Kuksundo Mind-Body Meditation Retreat Record (by Kwon Seok-ha, Jinsun)In early May 2025, I applied for the "Kuksundo Course" through Andong City's lifelong education program, marking the start of this retreat.The venue was set for the Yongsang-dong Administrative Welfare Center conference room, and the one-day retreat was scheduled for July 22nd.The course title was "Kuksundo Mind-Body Meditation Training Free Course," and enrollment was limited to 10 participants on a first-come, first-served basis to encourage participation.However, on the day of the retreat, the welfare center was being used for a government consumption coupon issuance program, making the venue unavailable. Therefore, we had to urgently change the venue to the "Mattul Eoullim Center." This space had been established as part of Andong City's urban regeneration project, and thanks to the active cooperation of the center director and the staff at the Yongsang-dong Administrative Welfare Center, the transition was seamless.Seven participants ultimately participated, and the two-hour training focused on regulating both body and mind in a warm atmosphere. Key training topics included:Qi and Blood Circulation Method: A qi flow training that gently relieves blockages in the body.Pre-Wake Up Exercise: A light warm-up exercise to start the day.Outer Gongbo Method for Relaxation: Developing qi circulation and strengthening physical strength through the use of correct steps, elephant steps, straight steps, and crane steps.Finally, participants reflected on the changes in their bodies and minds and shared their experiences.Despite the change in location, this training session proceeded smoothly thanks to the cooperation of relevant organizations and the local community. It was a meaningful experience for all participants to experience the health methods of Kuksundo.

From July 25th (Friday) to 27th (Sunday), the "July Intensive External Training" took place at the BAlKDOL Zen Center.Despite the heat reaching 37 degrees Celsius,trainees from all over the country, including Cheorwon, Geoje, Busan, Ilsan, Jeonju, Sejong, Yongin, and Suwon, participated for two nights and three days, from 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., under the guidance of Master Jinmok in swordsmanship, martial arts, lectures (Doin Dosong, Cheonbugyeong), and hwalbeob.Thanks to the guidance of the trainees, the BAlKDOL Zen Center is transforming into an even more upgraded environment.We look forward to seeing you at the next training session in August.​                               ​ 

Deep breath in nature,A time when body and mind become one~!!On July 12th (Sat) ~ 13th (Sun), the ‘Natural Healing Meditation Trip-Banga Island’ hosted by the World Bakdol National Meditation Federation successfully concluded with the warm participation of many people.We had a precious time walking along the forest path, feeling the wind and sunlight, and looking into our inner selves with deep breaths. I hope that this healing journey of releasing the tension in our bodies and putting down the noise in our minds for a moment will resonate deeply with each participant and be a small light in their hearts.Through this natural healing meditation trip, I feel it once again. Nature is always open to us, and we can recover again within it.I sincerely thank everyone who participated, and we will be with you through various training and programs for the harmonious recovery of body and mind. I hope that peace and health will always be with you. Thank you.<View of Bangasum Island 1>  <View of Bangasum Island 2><Group photo>​ <Forest Path Walking Meditation><Dasolsa Zen Meditation Experience - Becoming One with Nature><Moonlight Meditation><Learning Pungryu Gymnastics><Early Morning Training - Warm-up Exercises><Early Morning Practice - Breathing Meditation>

On June 13-15, there was an internal and external energy​ intensive training at the Bakdol Zen Center with Jin Mok Seonsa’s lectures on the theory of Kukseondo, breathing instruction, Martial arts, and swordsmanship. The sight of the instructors practicing without being concerned about the heat or rain was a time for practitioners to reexamine their mindset and establish their will.