Tim Began practicing Aikido in 2002 under the direct instruction of Sensei Bob Leigh and Sensei Richard Diegan.

Sinice starting Aikido, Tim has attended a number of courses in the Uk and Jersey and has spent time as a Deshi (live in student) in Greece under the direct instruction of Sensei Tony Sargeant 6th Dan.

Tim is currently head instructor of the children's classes and has over 4 years experience teaching Aikido to children.

He was awarded his Shodan (black belt) in 2008 by Sensei Tim Buswell 5th Dan.