Introducing “Kaptain”

Kenneth Kirkland was transformed from a person who loved solving puzzles to a chess artisan. Continually practicing the skills of the game, he proved an uncanny ability in problem-solving.

The Nick Name

The Captain Kirk name came from the popular show, Star Trek. It’s opening statements soon became synonymous with Ken Kirkland’s chess ability. Many stated about his play:◦“Kirk you take me places on the chessboard no man has gone before; you make moves that are out of this world.”

The Legend Was Born

When Ken Kirkland played he was fast, In timed 5 minute games, people would comment; “There goes Captain Kirk in warp speed!”

Our Services

Tournaments

Unrated Tournaments at different locations.

Rated Tournaments we will go as individual or team to USCF tournament
locations.

School Programs

  1. After school programs School Club programs
  2. Interschool tournaments

Adult Programs

  1. Corporate
  2. Church programs
  3. Non profit programs

Personal & Private Lessons

  1. Coaching
  2. In person
  3. On line