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Events
Orrin has traveled the country for the past several years teaching youth from underserved communities the game of chess and how to succeed in life. You can see upcoming events below and if you don’t see something in your area, you can always make a request for Orrin to speak with your group.
Classes and events are always being formed and planned. If a class has not been formally scheduled, contact us to inquire (Orrin@BeSomeone.org). Our programs are very flexible and can be constructed for any size, group, event, or time schedule. Virtual classes can also be arranged. Orrin is also available to address youth groups as well as adult audiences on a variety of youth and leadership issues.
Virtual presentations: The Covid experience was a good training ground for presenting a variety of instruction virtually. If interested in this possibility, please contact Orrin: orrin@besomeone.org.
Making the Hood Good — FREE Community Event
Be Someone, Inc. invites youth, families, and the entire community to join Dr. Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson for a powerful FREE community event focused on leadership, critical thinking, better decision-making, and violence prevention.
At Making the Hood Good, young people will discover how the principles of chess can help them think before they act, solve problems, develop self-control, and make winning moves in life. Our message is simple:
Brains Before Bullets.
Think It Out — Don’t Shoot It Out.
Make Your Next Move Your Best Move.
Event Details:
Saturday, October 31, 2026
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Be Someone Training Center
949 Stephenson Road
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
This event includes:
FREE Strategic Leadership & Chess Training
FREE Food
FREE Parking
FREE Life-Changing Lessons
Youth, parents, families, and community members are welcome
For more than two decades, Be Someone, Inc. has used chess to teach young people that every decision has a consequence and that one good move can change the direction of a life.
Bring the kids. Bring the family. Bring the community. It’s FREE!
Together, we can invest in our young people, strengthen our neighborhoods, and continue Making the Hood Good — one move at a time.
For more information, call 770-465-6445.
Don’t wait — invite a young person and join us October 31!
Summer Break Strategic Leadership Chess Camp June 22 – June 28, 2026.
“Make Your Next Move Your Best Move!”
Dates: Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26
Time: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Be Someone, Inc. 949 Stephenson RoadStone Mountain, GA 30087
Investment: $300.00 (Live & In-Person)-
What’s Included: - Expert Chess Instruction
- Camp T-Shirt
- Lunch Provided
- Chessboard & Pieces
What Students Will Learn:- Strategic Thinking
- Decision-Making Skills
- Leadership Development
- Emotional Control
- Conflict Resolution
- We teach one powerful message:
- “Think It Out — Don’t Shoot It Out.”
- Prizes, Awards & Competitions
LONGMONT, CO. Free Community Event. Friday August 22
Renowned chess champion, former State Trooper, Air Force veteran, and two-time World Open speed chess winner Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson is bringing his nationally recognized Be Someone program to Colorado for a special FREE Chess & Life Strategy Event on Thursday, August 22, from 4 PM to 6 PM at 750 17th Ave., Longmont, CO 80501
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Orrin speaks at events and schools throughout the U.S., speaking to kids, parents, teachers, corporate management and staff about his mission of empowering kids to Be Someone.
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