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Hakdong Park | 학동공원

Public park in Gangnam where BTS members spent time during their trainee days, practicing choreography and sharing their struggles and dreams.

 

Trainee-Era Memories

Featured in Run BTS! Telepathy Part 2

Swings

• Members sat here discussing life, concerns, and hopes
• “We talked about life” – Jimin

Sand Floor Practice

• Used to practice “N.O” difficult jump choreography
• Original sandy playground floor (now replaced with rubber)
• RM, Jin, and Jimin practiced risky lift choreography
• “We almost fell a few times practicing here” – RM

RM’s Frustration Release

• During “No More Dream” production
• After rap was rejected ~30 times, RM climbed to the highest point
• Screamed “Come on!” to release frustration

Early Busking Location

• Members performed here during trainee days

 

Park Information

• Access: Sinsa Station (Line 3) Exit 1, 10-minute walk
• Opened: January 15, 1985
• Features: Hilly terrain with trails, badminton court, playground, benches
• Nearby: Former Big Hit Building, Hyuga Cafe, Yoojung Sikdang (all walking distance)

 

Visit Tips

• Popular pilgrimage site – fans recreate photos on the same swings BTS used
• Quiet park in residential area
• Note: Playground equipment has been updated since BTS’s trainee days