Question 1

Is there a Business English academy in Vigo for working professionals?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Jim's Workshop is an in-person Business English academy in Vigo, Galicia, for adult professionals. Classes are conversation-focused group sessions organized by CEFR level, aimed at building real speaking confidence rather than grammar drills.

Question 2

Who teaches the classes at Jim's Workshop?

Accepted Answer

Classes at Jim's Workshop are taught by Jim, a native British English speaker based in Vigo. His approach is built around the practical conversational skills professionals need for meetings, calls, presentations and everyday workplace English, rather than grammar theory or exam preparation.

Question 3

What makes Jim's Workshop different from other English academies in Vigo?

Accepted Answer

Classes are small, with 2 to 5 students, and grouped by CEFR level so everyone is speaking at a similar standard. Sessions run for 1.5 hours, long enough for real discussion rather than short bursts of practice, and the focus throughout is spoken business fluency.

Question 4

What English level do I need to join Jim's Workshop?

Accepted Answer

A minimum of B1 level English is required. Classes are organized into a B1 to B2 group and a B2 to C1 group, so students always practice with others at a similar level.

Question 5

Do you teach beginner or general English?

Accepted Answer

No. Jim's Workshop is designed for professionals who already have a working level of English (B1 or above) and want to build fluency and confidence for business situations, not for absolute beginners or general English learners.

Question 6

Are classes online or in person?

Accepted Answer

All classes at Jim's Workshop are in person. Group classes take place at Cruz Verde 5, Vigo, and corporate classes can also be delivered on-site at a client company's offices in the Vigo area.

Question 7

How many students are in each class?

Accepted Answer

Group classes have between 2 and 5 students. This keeps the format conversational, so every student gets significant speaking time in each session.

Question 8

How long are the classes and how often do they run?

Accepted Answer

Each class runs for 1.5 hours. Group classes are organized weekly by level, on weekday evenings.

Question 9

Is there space to join a group now?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Jim's Workshop currently has space in its Tuesday and Wednesday evening groups, 20:30 to 22:00. Contact Jim's Workshop directly for current availability across all CEFR levels and time slots.

Question 10

How much do Business English classes cost at Jim's Workshop?

Accepted Answer

Group classes cost 65 euros per student per month. This covers weekly 1.5 hour in-person conversation classes in a small group of 2 to 5 students, organized by CEFR level.

Question 11

Does Jim's Workshop offer in-company English training for Vigo businesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Jim's Workshop delivers Business English training for companies in Vigo, either at Jim's Workshop's location on Cruz Verde or on-site at the client company's offices. Corporate training is tailored to the sector and the team's current English level.

Question 12

Which industries does Jim's Workshop work with?

Accepted Answer

Jim's Workshop works with companies across a range of sectors in Vigo, including maritime, automotive, logistics, technology, fishing and tourism. Corporate content is adapted to the vocabulary and situations relevant to each sector.

Question 13

Is FUNDAE-subsidized training available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Jim's Workshop is a registered FUNDAE training provider, which means eligible Spanish companies may be able to fund staff English training through their FUNDAE training credit.

Question 14

Can classes be delivered at our company's offices?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In-company classes can be delivered either at Jim's Workshop on Cruz Verde 5, Vigo, or on-site at a client company's premises in the Vigo area, including daytime sessions during the working week.

Question 15

How much does corporate or in-company training cost?

Accepted Answer

Corporate training is quoted individually based on group size, session frequency and format, whether on-site or at Jim's Workshop. Contact Jim's Workshop directly for a quote tailored to your company.

Question 16

How do I enroll at Jim's Workshop?

Accepted Answer

To enroll, contact Jim's Workshop directly to discuss your current English level and the class times available. Students need a minimum of B1 level to join a group.

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