The Meditative Groomer Academy
Rooted in Racine, WI
Korean Pet Grooming Basics
October 5-7, 2026
Hosted by The Meditative Groomer Academy
Welcome
Thank you for your interest in our first international educational seminar!
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The Meditative Groomer Academy is proud to partner with the Korean Kennel Club to bring Korean pet grooming education directly to the United States. This intimate, hands-on workshop has been designed to provide an authentic learning experience with personalized instruction in a small classroom environment.
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With only eight public seats available, every attendee will have the opportunity to interact directly with the instructor, ask questions through a live translator, and receive hands-on guidance throughout the seminar.
Seminar Overview
Dates
October 5-7, 2026
Location
The Meditative Groomer Academy
Racine, Wisconsin
Instructor
Park Bo-bae (ë°•ë³´ë°°)
Translator
Live Korean ↔ English translation provided throughout the seminar.
Meet Your Instructor
Park Bo-bae (ë°•ë³´ë°°)
Founder & Director, One Point Dog Grooming Academy
Certified Korean Kennel Club (KKC) Judge
International Grooming Competition Judge
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Park Bo-bae has dedicated her career to advancing the pet grooming profession through education, competition, and mentorship. Beginning her journey at just 20 years old, she worked her way from a local pet shop to becoming one of South Korea's respected educators and judges.
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Today, she is the founder and director of three grooming academy campuses and two professional grooming salons in Busan, South Korea. She is a Level 1 National Certified Companion Dog Stylist, the highest certification awarded by the Korean Kennel Club, and serves as a certified judge in grooming, breed handling, and companion animal aromatherapy.
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Her experience extends beyond South Korea as an international grooming competition judge in China, published author of two industry textbooks, former university adjunct professor, and successful Bichon Frisé breeder and handler.
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The Meditative Groomer Academy is honored to welcome Park Bo-bae to Wisconsin as she shares the techniques, philosophy, and educational approach that have made Korean pet grooming respected around the world.
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Highlights
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Founder & Director of One Point Dog Grooming Academy (3 campuses)
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Founder of Two Professional Grooming Salons
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Korean Kennel Club Level 1 National Certified Companion Dog Stylist
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Korean Kennel Club Certified Judge
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International Grooming Competition Judge (China NGKC & CIPS)
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Adjunct Professor of Companion Animal Studies
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Co-author of two professional grooming textbooks
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Award-winning competitor and Bichon Frisé handler
Tuition
$1,600 per person
Tuition includes:
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Three full days of instruction
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Hands-on learning
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Live translator
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Catered lunch each day
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Certificate of completion
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Coffee, water, and light refreshments
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Optional evening social activities
Class Size
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10 total working spots
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2 reserved for MGA instructors
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Only 8 public registrations available
What You'll Learn
Curriculum coming soon.
Rather than focusing on individual techniques, this seminar is designed to teach the complete Korean approach to pet grooming.
Throughout three days of hands-on instruction, you'll learn how Korean groomers evaluate, prepare, and execute pet trims from start to finish. Every step is taught with intention, helping you understand not only how techniques are performed, but why they are done that way.
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Topics will include the Korean approach to:
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Preparing the coat for a successful groom
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Building clean foundations before styling
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Pet grooming standards and balance
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Efficient workflows and grooming sequence
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Finishing techniques that create polished, long-lasting results
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Whether you're looking to refine your everyday grooming or gain insight into Korean grooming philosophy, this seminar is designed to help you build a stronger foundation that can be applied to every dog you groom.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar is ideal for:
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Professional pet groomers
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Grooming salon owners
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Groomers interested in Korean grooming techniques
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Groomers looking for an immersive hands-on educational experience
Travel Information
We are currently working with a preferred hotel partner to provide our attendees with a comfortable stay while visiting Racine. Hotel information and any available group rates will be shared as soon as they are finalized.
Optional Evening Activities
While not part of the formal curriculum, attendees will be invited to optional social gatherings throughout the seminar to continue conversations and network with fellow groomers.
More information will be announced closer to the event.
Registration
Registration is first come, first served.
A minimum of five paid registrations is required for this seminar to proceed.
Registration Timeline
Registration Opens
Now
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Registration Deadline
August 15, 2026
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A minimum of five paid registrations is required for this seminar to proceed. If the minimum enrollment is not met by August 15, registered participants will be notified promptly.
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Payment
After submitting your registration, we will personally contact you with payment instructions. Your seat is confirmed once payment has been received.
Questions?
If you have any questions before registering, please don't hesitate to reach out.
We'd be happy to help.
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