| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 473266000 | Body movement or position indicator (e.g., stance aids, etc.) | 79 |
| 20080200276 | Golf Swing Training Device and Method - A golf swing training system, including a paddle suitable for hitting with a palm in training to improve one's golf swing, a swing arm attached to the paddle, a base that provides stability, and a spring attached to the swing arm and to the base. Preferably, the spring is removably and/or adjustably attached to the swing arm and/or to the base. Also, methods of using the system. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20090042661 | Rule based body mechanics calculation - The invention is a motion training method. The motion of golf swing will be emphasized. In order to guide a golfer through a proper swing, his/her swing must be analyzed first. To analyze the swing, a set of frame photos will be needed. | 02-12-2009 |
| 20100279784 | Golf Swing Guidance Device and Methods of Use - A device for guiding a golf swing, and methods of its use, are described. Embodiments of the device comprise a visual representation of a trajectory of a golf back swing, which a golfer tries to mimic as he or she performs a golf swing. The device comprises a two dimensional or three dimensional representation of an arc of a correct or desirable back swing trajectory. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20110086721 | GOLF SWING TRAINING APPARATUS - A golf swing training apparatus includes a base, a supporting member extending from the base and a body restraining member slidably and pivotably coupled to the supporting member. A swivel mechanism detachably interconnects the supporting member to the body restraining member. The body restraining member includes a slide member with an enlarged cylindrical roller at one end. The swivel mechanism allows the cylindrical roller to be positioned to any height and any angular position within a substantially 360° range of motion. A pivotable supporting member may also be provided. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110207545 | Golf Trainer - A golf swing monitoring and feedback system uses an adjustable support and foam ball that are variably positionable in contact with or closely spaced from a body part whose proper positioning is important in developing a proper swing. The support apparatus includes a main vertically adjustable tubular body, the lower end of which can be supported in a stand-up golf bag or can be pressed into the ground by the use of a spike on the lower end of the body. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20120172141 | GOLF STANCE TRAINING DEVICE - A golf stance training device is provided for preventing lateral movement of a golfer during a golf swing. Structurally, the device includes a platform for supporting a foot or the golfer and a support for contacting and preventing lateral movement of the golfer's leg. When used on the golfer's rearward leg, the device abuts the forward side of the golfer's foot and the rearward side of the golfer's leg to prevent rearward movement of the rearward leg. When used on the golfer's forward leg, the device abuts the forward side of the golfer's foot and the forward side of the golfer's leg to prevent forward movement of the forward leg. | 07-05-2012 |
| 20120322570 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR BENEFICIALLY ENGAGING CONSCIOUS BRAIN INFLUENCE DURING COMPLEX ATHLETIC MOVEMENTS - A device and method are provided for training a user to improve their ability to perform complex athletic movements, such as are involved in a golf swing. A plurality of sensing modules are each effective to detect movement of associated body parts of the user and to generate an output signal representative of the detected movement. A controller is linked to each of the sensing modules so as to receive the output signals from the plurality of sensing modules and is further configured to detect movement combinations of the plurality of output signals, compare the detected movement combinations with a predetermined one or more expected movement combinations associated with a complex athletic movement, and generate an output signal such as an audible signal or vibration to the user in substantially real time based on the comparison and a predetermined output mode. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20120322571 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DISENGAGING CONSCIOUS BRAIN INFLUENCE DURING CERTAIN COMPLEX ATHLETIC MOVEMENTS - A system and method are provided for substantially real time disengaging of undesirable conscious brain influence during a complex athletic movement such as for example a golf swing. A plurality of sensing modules detect movements of an associated body part of a user. A controller is linked to each of the sensing modules and configured to identify a predetermined movement combination with respect to each of the plurality of sensing modules, such as in the golfing example a downswing. Upon identifying the predetermined movement combination, a timer is triggered for tolling of a predetermined time period, and upon lapsing of the time period, a sensory output signal is generated to the user in substantially real time. Through repetition, the conscious brain becomes trained to focus on the desired time period for completion of the complex movement and is disengaged from further interference with other aspects of the movement. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20120329569 | GOLF PUTTING TRAINER - A golf training device comprising a cylindrical body having a proximal end and a distal end, a groove formed in the cylindrical body, and a roll ring configured to circumscribe the cylindrical body by releasably engaging the groove. | 12-27-2012 |
| 20130012332 | Golf Tee Body Alignment Device and Method - Disclosed is a golf tee that is adapted to support a golf ball atop a perch and provide a ground stake for entering the ground, while further providing an elongated alignment arm that extends from a shank section below the tapering perch region. The arm is a perpendicular member that the golfer directs down range and toward a target location. Upon addressing a ball perched on the tee, the golfer utilizes the alignment arm as a means to establish a correct body alignment with respect to the intended target, wherein the golfer aligns his or her shoulders with the alignment arm to ensure proper setup and alignment prior to the golf swing movement. Proper body alignment is a critical first step to enabling a directed tee shot. The alignment arm further comprises a direction arrow to assist positioning the arm in the correct orientation with respect to the course layout. | 01-10-2013 |
| 20130178304 | METHOD OF ANALYSING A VIDEO OF SPORTS MOTION - The invention is directed to a method, apparatus, system and computer program product for analysing video images of a sports motion and, in particular, to identification of key motion positions within a video and automatic extraction of segments of a video containing a sports motion. Video data displaying a sports motion comprises data representative of a number of image frames. For a number of image frames, one or more frame difference measures are calculated between the image frame and another image frame. The frame difference measures are analysed to identify a plurality of image frames that each show a key position of the sports motion. The segment of the video containing the sports motion showing the sports motion is between two of the image frames showing the key positions. Frame difference measures may be calculated based on pixel difference measures or optical flow techniques. | 07-11-2013 |
| 20130225309 | BROADCASTING SYSTEM FOR BROADCASTING IMAGES WITH AUGMENTED MOTION DATA - A broadcasting system for broadcasting images with augmented motion data, which includes at least one camera, a computer and a wireless communication interface. The system obtains data from motion capture elements, analyzes data and optionally stores data in database for use in broadcasting applications, virtual reality applications and/or data mining. The system also recognizes at least one motion capture data element associated with a user or piece of equipment, and receives data associated with the motion capture element via the wireless communication interface. The system also enables unique displays associated with the user, such as 3D overlays onto images of the user to visually depict the captured motion data. Ratings, compliance, ball flight path data can be calculated and displayed, for example on a map or timeline or both. Furthermore, the system enables performance related equipment fitting and purchase. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130324279 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR POSTURE CORRECTING - This disclosure relates a system and method for posture correcting, which will provide intuitive correction information so that a user can correct a posture when exercising golf swing. The posture correcting system photographs successive sports swing postures of a user to form swing image data, forms a swing image for a specific posture of the user by using the swing image data, stores a reference swing image corresponding to the swing image, compares the swing image with the reference swing image to produce a correction image showing whether the swing image is in agreement with the reference swing image, and displays the correction image. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20130331198 | Golf Swing Training Device - A training device used by a golfer to visually analyze their body position during their golf swing. The device generally includes a base with a first indicator, and a front plate with a second indicator. In use, the device is positioned in front of the golfer with the first and second indicators being visually aligned. The golfer visually watches the relative positions of the indicators during the course of the swing. By observing the degree of sway in real time, the golfer can limit sway in the back swing and control it on the downswing enabling the golfer to stay behind the ball thus making proper impact possible. Some sway during the golf swing is inevitable. The device enables the golfer to have awareness of the degree and direction of sway and the dynamic timing of sway position at impact. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20130331199 | METHOD FOR MATCHING A GOLFER WITH A PARTICULAR GOLF CLUB STYLE - A method is disclosed for matching a test golfer with a particular golf club selected from a group of golf clubs having a plurality of styles. The method utilizes data set derived in an initial procedure in which the club style preferences for each of a large number of pre-test golfers is recorded and correlated with a set of performance parameters for the golf swings of such pre-test golfers. This data enables the pre-test golfers to be classified into subgroups, in which golfers within the same subgroup generally prefer the same club style and golfers in different subgroups generally prefer different club styles. After this data set has been established, the test golfer takes a golf swing with a golf club, while performance parameters for the swing are measured. Based on the measured performance parameters and the previously established data set, the test golfer is classified according to swing type, and the optimum golf-club is then selected from the plurality of styles of golf clubs. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20140080619 | GOLF SWING INSTRUCTION DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - A golf swing instruction device is provided that includes first and second members, each being moveable with respect to one another by way of coupling arms coupled there between. Positioning members, for a golfer's feet and the golf ball, may be moved along a length of the first and second members to help position the golfer with respect to the ball. The first and second members may be positioned next to one another, may be moved away from each other on a first end or on an opposing second end, or may be moved away from one another on both ends such that first and second members are spaced apart from one another. In these configurations, the device assists the golfer in shaping a golf shot, such as a straight shot, fade, draw or putt. | 03-20-2014 |
| 20140113738 | Golf alignment stick - A portable golf alignment training aid comprises a pair of telescoping sticks that can be extended to different lengths and optionally connected together. The telescoping sticks can be easily stored and transported in a pocket of a conventional golf bag. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140148264 | FEEDBACK APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING X-FACTOR - An X-factor feedback apparatus senses three-dimensional direction information of the shoulder and the pelvis in a golf swing motion of a user, collects, synchronizes and stores the sensed three-dimensional direction information, analyzes the change of angle in the three-dimensional direction information based on the stored data information, extracts a backswing top point in the swing motion, evaluates the degree of twist of the shoulder and the pelvis based on the angle in the three-dimensional direction information of the shoulder and the pelvis at the backswing top point, and provides a feedback to the user. | 05-29-2014 |
| 20140248971 | GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE FOR IMPROVING SET UP AND SWING PLANE OF A GOLF SWING - The present invention is a golf swing training aid having a takeaway bar, a spine angle alignment guide, a position “A” bar, and a hands placement guide. The takeaway bar may be connected adjacent an end of the spine alignment guide. The apparatus is adjustable, and is suitable for practicing with every club in the bag, from the driver to the putter to improve distance and consistency. The apparatus may be used on the ground or a mat at a driving range. | 09-04-2014 |
| 20140342844 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ANALYSING A GOLF SWING - The system analyses a golf swing, determining individual joint powers generated in a player's body with high levels of accuracy, using inverse dynamics and detailed modelling of the player's body. A depth camera is used to measure body segment shapes and a magnetic motion capture system and 3D force plate system used to measure swing parameters. The system produces an expeditious analysis without the need for highly skilled technical personnel and is suitable for individual coaching and compilation of large golf swing databases. | 11-20-2014 |
| 20150099593 | Golf Aid for Aligning Stance - A training device has a base unit configured to provide sensory feedback to a user and a belt unit configured to be worn by the user and emit signals toward the base unit. An electronic system housed in the base unit detects the signals emitted by the belt unit and provides sensory feedback indicating the angular alignment of the belt unit with respect to the base unit. | 04-09-2015 |
| 20150148145 | Conditioning Apparatus And Related Methods - In one embodiment, a conditioning apparatus for conditioning a user includes a target, and an illumination source spaced apart from the target. The illumination source is configured to project a light upon the target for use in response to movement of the user. | 05-28-2015 |
| 20160001129 | SWING ANALYZING DEVICE, SWING ANALYZING PROGRAM, AND RECORDING MEDIUM - A swing analyzing device includes at least an angular velocity sensor, a data acquiring unit, and a motion detecting unit. The angular velocity sensor detects angular velocities generated about a plurality of axes by a swing. The data acquiring unit acquires detection data of the angular velocity sensor. The motion detecting unit detects at least one of motions of the swing. Particularly, the motion detecting unit includes an angular velocity calculating unit which calculates the sum of the magnitudes of the angular velocities generated about the plurality of respective axes using the acquired detection data. | 01-07-2016 |
| 20160016062 | COLLAPSING PORTABLE APPARATUS FOR THE TRAINING AND ADJUSTMENT OF FORWARD, LATERAL AND ROTATIONAL MOVEMENT IN SPORTS ACTIVITY - A collapsing portable apparatus for the training and adjustment of forward, lateral and rotational movement in sports activity which is portable, adjustable, collapsible when not in use, not attached to the user's body, stops unwanted forward, lateral and rotational movement, provides tactile feedback for learning while training, immediately provides the user with positive feedback, initiates resistance necessary to hit a ball correctly, and can be used indoors, in practice areas, or in the field. The device essentially comprises a main vertical body which is substantially mandolin shaped and has an upper neck and a lower bout. A leg arch is attached to the upper neck and an elongated runner is attached to the lower bout. Near to a nexus of the neck and lower bout, a support strut extends from the main vertical body and connects to the elongated runner to create a rigid apparatus for use. Each of the parts of the apparatus are configured in a way where the user may dissemble it when the device is not in use by way of manipulating a plurality of attaching and hinge means. This device is believed to be useful in a variety of sports training settings such as golf greens and batter's boxes, where the individual athlete user desires assistance to perfect a sports task such as a golf downswing or home run hit. A device according to the invention is also believed to be favorable for use in gym environments, classes and other fitness-related facilities. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160016063 | GOLF SWING BALL IMPACT TEACHING TOOL - A golf teaching tool to provide instant user feedback, while explaining and encouraging proper ball impact. The golf teaching tool includes a rectangular plate with a cutout section. The golf teaching tool is placed on a playing surface with the cutout section pointed towards an intended target. A golf ball is placed on the playing surface within the cutout section and subsequently hit. Sound, impact, ball flight and movement of the golf teaching tool due to the golf club hitting the golf teaching tool, or no movement of the golf teaching tool provide the user immediate feedback regarding the correctness of the swing. | 01-21-2016 |
| 20160045807 | RETRACTABLE LINE PUTTING TRAINER AND METHODS - A retractable line putting trainer includes a spool unit including a spring-retractable tape in a tape housing supported on a base plate. The leading end of the tape is attached to a stand. The spool unit is placed at the cup or hole on a green and the tape extends out from the spool unit as the stand is pulled away to a desired ball position. Markings on the tape may visually indicate distance to the cup, back stroke position and front stroke position of the putter swing. | 02-18-2016 |
| 20160096101 | GOLF SWING TRAINING GUIDE - A golf swing training guide provides stationary markers or pads positionable in three dimensions, to assist in proper body position and golf club swing movement. The training guide has a telescopically extendible base pole pivotally attached to a base and positionable at a plurality of inclination angles relative to the base. A telescopically extendible touch pole is attachable to the base pole and may be pivoted relative to the base pole to position a pad on the touch pole into a desired position. | 04-07-2016 |
| 20160107061 | GOLF PRACTICE DEVICE - A golf practice device, for practicing the back swing of a golf swing, includes a folding device, which can be arranged so as to be inclined against the horizontal about a predetermined angle. The angle is the angle of inclination of the swing plane of the back swing. The device also includes a trigger device, which cooperates with the folding device. The trigger device is adapted to lock the folding device in the predetermined angle in a locked mode and to release the locking of the folding device in a trigger mode. The folding device can be folded downwards about a pivot axis in response to releasing the locking device. | 04-21-2016 |
| 20160129331 | Method for practising golf swing and device therefor - The present invention provides a golf swing practice method, wherein a swing plane for guiding swing of a club is established, and a member for monitoring the condition whether an included angle is formed between a club body of the dub and the swing plane is established outside the swing plane, which are taken as a basis for judging whether a swing action is right or wrong. The present invention also provides a golf swing practice device, which comprises a bracket ( | 05-12-2016 |
| 20160250543 | DEVICE FOR TRAINING THE SWING ADDRESSED TO GOLF PLAYERS | 09-01-2016 |
| 473267000 | Reflective device | 1 |
| 20090143160 | GOLFER'S HEAD MOVEMENT MONITOR DEVICE AND METHOD - A system and method for determining an amount and direction of a golfer's head movement as the golfer executes a golf swing. The system may include at least two light baffles for monitoring the golfer's head movement along a path generally parallel to a target line. The baffles may reflect light into the golfer's eyes when the golfer's head is either outside and to the left of a preset range, or outside and to the right of the preset range. The system may further include at least two additional light baffles for monitoring lunging and bobbing head motion. The additional light baffles may reflect light into the golfer's eyes when the golfer's head lunges or bobs beyond a further preset range. The system includes the additional advantage of repositionable elements to facilitate progression of precise movement control. | 06-04-2009 |
| 473268000 | Sighting device directing golfer`s visual focus toward a point to restrain head movement | 3 |
| 20100130299 | Visual Aid - A visual aid for use in a ball game, such as golf, consists of a ball or disc on which a ball can be placed provided with markings on the surface comprising cross-hairs and a circle, which circle in the case of the ball is of a smaller diameter than the diameter of the ball or in the case of the disc is equal to or greater in diameter than the diameter of the golf ball so as to be used in combination with the periphery of the ball to enable the player to position the player's eyes relative to the ball and in respect of the cross-hairs facilitate the adoption by the player of a targeted mode of vision as well as facilitating the alignment of the direction in which the golf ball is to be propelled. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20120046120 | GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE - A golf swing training device allows a golfer to practice a correct swing technique. The golf swing training device includes a base; a vertical arm connected to the base; a bar secured to the vertical arm; a ring secured to the bar. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20140162803 | TRAINING DEVICE FOR BALL STRIKING ACTIVITIES - In response to detecting a sound when a ball is contacted, a training device presents a visual indicator selected from at least two visual indicators. The visual indicator is presented for a display duration. After an elapsed time after the visual indicator is presented for the display duration, a confirmation indicator is presented identifying the visual indicator. As a result, the training device can be used without a coach or trainer. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20100130299 | Visual Aid - A visual aid for use in a ball game, such as golf, consists of a ball or disc on which a ball can be placed provided with markings on the surface comprising cross-hairs and a circle, which circle in the case of the ball is of a smaller diameter than the diameter of the ball or in the case of the disc is equal to or greater in diameter than the diameter of the golf ball so as to be used in combination with the periphery of the ball to enable the player to position the player's eyes relative to the ball and in respect of the cross-hairs facilitate the adoption by the player of a targeted mode of vision as well as facilitating the alignment of the direction in which the golf ball is to be propelled. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20120046120 | GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE - A golf swing training device allows a golfer to practice a correct swing technique. The golf swing training device includes a base; a vertical arm connected to the base; a bar secured to the vertical arm; a ring secured to the bar. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20140162803 | TRAINING DEVICE FOR BALL STRIKING ACTIVITIES - In response to detecting a sound when a ball is contacted, a training device presents a visual indicator selected from at least two visual indicators. The visual indicator is presented for a display duration. After an elapsed time after the visual indicator is presented for the display duration, a confirmation indicator is presented identifying the visual indicator. As a result, the training device can be used without a coach or trainer. | 06-12-2014 |
| 473269000 | Responsive to weight shift | 11 |
| 20080242437 | Golf Training Device - A golf training device comprises an input portion ( | 10-02-2008 |
| 20080318703 | Measurement and Analysis of Foot Related Forces During a Golf Swing - Apparatus ( | 12-25-2008 |
| 20100173721 | Sports Training Device - A sports training device is provided that conveys a perceptible cue to a user indicative of a weight transfer event for evaluating timing correctness of such weight transfer event. The device includes an enclosure having a base chamber defined therein and top wall upon which a user stands or places a foot during use. The enclosure flexes or deforms during use, while an amount of user weight supported by the enclosure changes. As the enclosure flexes or deforms, the device conveys the perceptible cue as an audible and/or visual indication of, e.g., the initiate of the weight transfer event. | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100184528 | Device for Improving a Golf Swing - Described is a portable and intuitive golf swing improvement device for indicating the proper shift of a golfer's body weight to the front foot during a down swing. More specifically, the swing improvement device measures the shift of the golfer's body weight during a golf swing and indicates when such shift is in accordance with a technically sound swing. Additionally, the swing improvement device is self-sufficient and portable such that the device is deployable almost anywhere. The swing improvement device also provides swing analysis in a manner that is immediately understandable to the golfer. | 07-22-2010 |
| 20100267462 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ANALYSING A GOLF SWING - This invention is an apparatus and method for measuring or analysing a golf swing. Measurement or analysis is made relative to energy generation and transfer through a player's body and club. The measurement or analysis data is principally obtained from the player's ground-reaction forces. Processed signals are analysed with an artificial intelligence system. Ground-reaction forces relate to reaction forces which occur between a standing surface and the player's feet. The apparatus and method measures or analyses a golf swing in an automatic manner or in an automatic and interactive manner. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100311516 | Device for Improving a Golf Swing - Described is a portable and intuitive golf swing improvement device for indicating the proper shift of a golfer's body weight to the front foot during a down swing. More specifically, the swing improvement device measures the shift of the golfer's body weight during a golf swing and indicates when such shift is in accordance with a technically sound swing. Additionally, the swing improvement device is self-sufficient and portable such that the device is deployable almost anywhere. The swing improvement device also provides swing analysis in a manner that is immediately understandable to the golfer. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20110098125 | GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE AND METHOD - A golf swing aid apparatus includes a base forming a sound chamber, a cover pivoted to the base, and a noisemaker configured to actuate a clicker in the base when the cover is released. The present apparatus provides a click noise immediately prior to ball impact during a golfer's swing, thus providing feedback on synchronized timing of the swing. The feedback is real time, and is of a nature whereby a golfer can recognize its feedback without disrupting the golf swing itself. The apparatus can be anchored using golf ball tees, and an accessory used that helps alignment of the golfer's stance. Notably, the present apparatus can be used in a variety of sports with a swing where weight transfer is important, such as softball and baseball. | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110300964 | Device for Improving a Golf Swing - Described is a portable and intuitive golf swing improvement device for indicating the proper shift of a golfer's body weight to the front foot during a down swing. More specifically, the swing improvement device measures the shift of the golfer's body weight during a golf swing and indicates when such shift is in accordance with a technically sound swing. Additionally, the swing improvement device is self-sufficient and portable such that the device is deployable almost anywhere. The swing improvement device also provides swing analysis in a manner that is immediately understandable to the golfer. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20120238374 | DEVICE FOR IMPROVING A GOLF SWING - Described is a portable and intuitive golf swing improvement device for indicating the proper shift of a golfer's body weight to the front foot during a down swing. More specifically, the swing improvement device measures the shift of the golfer's body weight during a golf swing and indicates when such shift is in accordance with a technically sound swing. Additionally, the swing improvement device is self-sufficient and portable such that the device is deployable almost anywhere. The swing improvement device also provides swing analysis in a manner that is immediately understandable to the golfer. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20120302363 | TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - A golf training system includes a stationary front foot support, a pivotable rear foot support and a raised ball support. The pivotable rear foot support includes a rectangular mounting bracket transversely disposed across an enlarged base and a flat balance plate that directly teeters on the mounting bracket. In use, the golf training system can be used to promote proper weight distribution throughout a golf swing using sensory and auditory feedback. Specifically, the golfer disposes the rear foot on top of the balance plate and the front foot across the stationary front foot support with body weight maintained on the inner portion of the rear leg throughout the backswing. The golfer initiates the downswing by firing the hips open and driving the lower body forward until the balance plate pivots and strikes the base, thereby providing the user with immediate audible and tactile response of proper execution. | 11-29-2012 |
| 20140148265 | FEEDBACK APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING WEIGHT SHIFT - A weight shift feedback apparatus senses a weight shift in a golf swing motion of the user, collects, synchronizes and stores the sensed weight shift information, analyzes a weight value applied to each foot of the user with respect to time based on the stored data, and extracts important points of a swing. The weight shift of the user may be evaluated based on an address point, a backswing top point, an impact point, and a point where the weight value applied to each foot has a maximum value, and the feedback information for the evaluation may be provided to the user. | 05-29-2014 |
| 473270000 | Foot positioning aid | 20 |
| 20080200277 | Swing plane indicating golf mat - A swing plane indicating golf mat capable of indicating the path of a swing through the critical zone. The golf mat includes an array of toggling, grass-mimicking blades which, from the vantage point of the golfer, assume a different appearance when toggled over. In the preferred embodiment, the blades have a forward face and a rearward face. The forward face and rearward face are different colors. Because of the curvature of the blades, the blades normally appear one color when the blades are in their normal and non-toggled position. When the blades are toggled, the blades appear a different color. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20090170624 | Golf Swing Training Device - A golf swing training device is disclosed that includes a substantially planar surface. In use, the surface acts as a guide for the movement of a golfer's shoulders when the golfer executes a substantial portion of a backswing. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20090286614 | PUTTING TRACK - A golf stroke training device includes a base that has a first section and a second section, and a vertical guide coupled to the base. The vertical guide is substantially perpendicular to the base. The first section has an arc extending from an approximate midpoint of the device to a first end of the device, and the second section comprises a substantially straight edge extending from the approximate midpoint of the device to a second end of the device. In another embodiment, the second section comprises a substantially straight edge extending from the approximate midpoint towards the target and an inside along an arc. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20100216567 | GOLF STANCE AND BALL ALIGNMENT DEVICE - A device used for achieving correct stance, ball position and alignment in the game of golf is disclosed. The device includes a reel, attachable to a first shoe of a golf player, a string or tape, the first end of which is connected to the reel and which is wound/unwound respectively onto/from the reel, and a fastener. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20110237343 | Golf Training Apparatus - Novel tools and techniques for teaching a player the proper alignment when addressing a golf ball. In one aspect, such tools and techniques provide an alignment aid that allows the player to visualize both the intended target line of the shot as well as the position of the ball relative to the player's stance, allowing the player to easily modify his stance to obtain the proper alignment. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20130130821 | PRACTICE DEVICE, USE OF A PRACTICE DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CHECKING THE ALIGNMENT OF THE LONGITUDINAL AXIS OF A PERSON'S BODY - When golf is being played, the golf swing of a person ( | 05-23-2013 |
| 20130143686 | Golf Training Device - A device that makes an imprint in a sand trap, providing a practicing golfer with visual indications of proper swing path, club face angle, club impact position, when making a basic sand shot. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20140135141 | WEIGHT SHIFTING DEVICE(S) FOR ATHLETIC TRAINING - A swing training system for improving muscle memory and weight transfer during a swinging motion. The swing training system comprises a first device and a second device for a user to stand upon raised flat summits on each device placed approximately shoulder width apart. The user then performs a swinging motion corresponding to a sport such as golf, tennis or baseball while maintaining balance on the devices. Such balance will be committed to muscle memory and will allow for better swings when in actual play. | 05-15-2014 |
| 20140171213 | SPORTS SWING IMPROVEMENT APPARATUS - An apparatus for improving the swing of a batter or golfer broadly comprises a frame, a forward pedestal, a rear pedestal, and a rear pedestal biasing element. The frame may include at least one horizontal member. The forward pedestal may support a forward foot of the user and may couple to the frame. The rear pedestal may support a rear foot, couple to the frame, be operable to rotate, and be biased to pivot forward. The rear pedestal biasing element may couple to the rear pedestal and urge the rear pedestal to pivot forward. | 06-19-2014 |
| 20150314185 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TRAINING GOLF SWINGS - Systems and methods are provided for training golf swings. A device may be provided with a visual guide that assists golfers with practicing different shot types. The visual guide may include one or more shot arrow and corresponding clubface lines for different types of shots. The visual guide may also include one or more alignment indicators which may be used by the golfer to orient the golfer's stance. The device may be a portable mat, and its position may be adjustable to orient the mat for different shot types. | 11-05-2015 |
| 473271000 | Having separate body engagable member | 3 |
| 20090105005 | GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE - The present invention is a golf swing training device which guides the golfer's leading leg in an arc around the trailing heel, maintaining a minimum distance between the leading leg and trailing heel. This device guides the golfer's leg action in a 3-dimensional manner to produce a coiling motion on the backswing, which maintains a consistent spine angle as recommended by modern golf instructors. This device comprises a leg brace with flexible cuff which attaches to a golfer's leading leg above the knee, an adjustable strut, and a heel base for the golfer's trailing foot which tilts slightly in the leading direction. For left-handed golfers, this device substitutes a heel base with opposite swivel placement and tilt. This invention resets automatically to the correct position during practice sessions. The benefit for a golfer of using this invention is increased consistency, accuracy, and power. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20110275447 | GOLF ALIGNMENT AND POSTURE TRAINING DEVICE - A golf alignment and posture training device is disclosed. According to one aspect, the subject matter described herein includes a golf training device for indicating a proper stance, including posture and alignment, of a golfer who is positioned in preparation for hitting a golf ball prior to taking a swing. The device includes a shoulder positioning member for indicating a desired stance of a golfer prior to taking a swing, including a desired position of each of the golfer's shoulders relative to the position and/or the intended trajectory of the ball, and a support structure for positioning the shoulder positioning member in a first position and a second position. In the first position, the desired position of the golfer's shoulders is indicated by contact of the golfer's shoulder area with the shoulder positioning member, and, in the second position, the shoulder positioning member is located away from the first position such that the shoulder positioning member does not interfere with the swing when it is taken. The shoulder positioning member is moveable from the first position to the second position without requiring movement of the golfer's shoulders away from the desired position that was established prior to taking the swing. The device is adjustable to accommodate different sized golfers or different sized clubs used by a golfer. In one embodiment, the position of each shoulder includes the height of the shoulder from the ground, the distance of the shoulder from the support structure, the position of the shoulder relative to the position or intended trajectory of the ball, and/or the position of the shoulder relative to the golfer's feet. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20140287849 | NO SWAY SWING GUIDE - The embodiments disclose a method including using a device to guide a golfer to an understanding of a concept and functioning of a proper swing, wherein the device allows a golfer to swing without swaying on their backswing, and wherein the device prevents the golfer from reverse pivoting on their downswing. | 09-25-2014 |
| 473272000 | Selectively adjustable with pivotal members | 4 |
| 20100062871 | DEVICE FOR PRACTICING A SEQUENCE OF MOVEMENT IN THE GOLF SWING - Device for practicing a sequence of movement in the golf swing, includes a base, and a first support, that is mounted on the base in a manner such that it can pivot about a first vertical axis and is intended for a golf player to place a first foot onto the first support which has a first supporting part for supporting the front part of the foot and a second supporting part that can be pivoted about a horizontal axis and is intended for supporting the heel of the first foot, a guide device is provided which is arranged on the base in a manner such that it at least partially surrounds the first vertical axis and which exhibits a curved design which rises from a lowermost point and which supports the second supporting part, and a second support is provided for the golf player to place his second foot on. | 03-11-2010 |
| 20100317452 | SWING TRAINING DEVICE AND SYSTEM - Described is a swing training device comprising a first foot plate, a second of foot plate, a connector connecting the first foot plate to the second foot plate, a first foot pad pivotably mounted on the first foot plate, and a second foot pad pivotably mounted on the second foot plate. The swing training device may be useful for teaching balance and developing core muscles used while swinging a sporting device. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20140287850 | GOLF ALIGNMENT DEVICE - Embodiments of the invention include a golf alignment device that holds alignment rods at multiple positions to provide indicators for a golfer's target line, swing, and setup. The base piece has two arms on each end that hold an alignment rod parallel to the base piece, but with a gap between the two rods. These rods are pointed at the golfer's desired target, and this forms the target line. The base piece has multiple holes for a third alignment rod to be inserted. This third rod provides a golfer with a ball, clubface, and hand position indicator. A golfer uses the base piece to align their body up parallel with the target line. | 09-25-2014 |
| 20160023076 | ATHLETIC TRAINING TOOL AND METHODS FOR USING SAME - A training tool for training an athlete to avoid undesired movement during a swinging action. The training tool is selectively adjustable to accommodate left- and right-handed athletes, as well as athletes of various sizes. | 01-28-2016 |
| 473273000 | Selectively adjustable with linearly slidable member (e.g., telescopically extendible) | 3 |
| 20120149484 | Golf Alignment Device and Method - A portable, expandable golf training device that can be placed on the ground to provide alignment. The present invention can supply a plurality of light beams produced by lasers or other light sources or a plurality of extendable tapes or tubes or rods to provide alignment both in the direction of play and perpendicular to it. The device can be used by placing it on the ground in front of the golfer (between the golfer's feet and the ball. Two lines can project outward perpendicular to the direction of play, and two or four lines can project into and away from the direction of play. These lines provide alignment for the golfer. The tapes can be a flat, elongated flexible tape similar to a measuring tape. The rods or tubes can be extendable and/or telescoping. | 06-14-2012 |
| 20140179457 | Alignment Stick - A portable golf alignment training aid comprises a pair of telescoping sticks that can be extended to different lengths and optionally connected together. The telescoping sticks can be easily stored and transported in a pocket of a conventional golf bag. | 06-26-2014 |
| 20170232321 | DYNAMIC POSITIONING GOLF TRAINING APPARATUS | 08-17-2017 |
| 473274000 | Engaged with head or neck | 6 |
| 20090105006 | Training Apparatus for improving a golf swing - In the basic embodiment, the golf training device is a support rod, a first end of which is secured to a hinged mechanism, the hinged mechanism being secured to a support, the opposing end of the support rod having secured thereto a head piece or helmet which is engageable with the upper portion of the head or skull of an individual, the support rod extending a sufficient distance from its support and hinge mechanism to allow an individual to execute a golf swing while the head piece is positioned on the golfer's head. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20100035698 | SWING SPINAL ANGLE RETENTION AND HEAD MOVEMENT PREVENTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - Embodiments of swing angle retention and head movement prevention are described generally herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20110034263 | Training apparatus for improving an athletes swing - In the basic embodiment, the swing training device is a support rod, a first end of which is secured to a hinged mechanism, the hinged mechanism being secured to a support, the opposing end of the support rod having secured thereto a head piece which is engageable with the upper portion of the head or forehead of an athlete, the support rod extending a sufficient distance from its support and hinge mechanism to allow an individual to execute a swing at a stationary ball while the head piece is in contact with the athlete's head, thereby providing tactile feedback. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110111877 | Golf training aid - A golf training aid for practicing and learning to maintain a steady head and keeping the head down during the golf swing. The training aid comprises a ground mounting base which inserts and secures to the natural ground, or an alternative mounting base which allows the golf training aid to be secured to, and be used with, a conventional golf practice mat, an adjustable telescopic tube assembly which fastens to the ground mounting base, and a head rest which attaches to the upper end of the adjustable telescopic tube assembly. In use, the golf training aid is inserted into the ground at an angle in front of the golfer or is secured beneath a conventional golf training mat. The golfer adjusts the training aid to the appropriate height to allow their forehead to gently rest upon the cushioned head rest. The golfer commences to make practice swings. During the swing, any lateral or upward head movement is quickly detected, allowing the golfer to train themselves in correcting the unwanted head movement, and, further allowing the golfer to learn to maintain a steady head and keep their head down during the golf swing. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20120122602 | Golf training method and apparatus - The disclosure sets forth an apparatus and method for use in training a golf player in the proper stance for swinging in full rotation, as well as for teaching direction putting skills. Specifically, the invention focuses upon training a golf player to assume a correct stance and posture from the point of addressing the ball through the swing and follow-through by employing a positioning item for a golf player's lower posterior, back, and head. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20140357395 | Golf Training System and Method - The training system comprises a base assembly, an upright extension, a chin support member, and a putter. In use, the training system positions the user's overall-body prior to and throughout the execution of a putt, and teaches proper putting technique, thus improving the user's putting accuracy. The chin support engages the chin of the user, preventing movement of the user's head. | 12-04-2014 |
| 473276000 | Engaged with arm or shoulder | 1 |
| 20120184388 | GOLF TEACHING AID - A golf aid has a compressible center shaped to fit comfortably between a golfer's upper arm and torso; and a slippery covering over the compressible center, such that the golfer must compress the golf aid in the armpit to prevent slippage of the golf aid. This enables the golfer to develop a consistent set-up and address posture with the appropriate tension in the correct muscles. This golf aid has been found to be helpful in correcting the golfer's swing and in improving the short game and putting. | 07-19-2012 |
| 473277000 | Engaged with hips, torso, or waist | 4 |
| 20080274821 | Golf swing aid - A golf swing aid is disclosed that includes a base, an elongated member and at least one generally L-shaped member. The one or more generally L-shaped members are moveably connected to the elongated member such that the one or more generally L-shaped members are positionable vertically along at least a portion of the length of the elongated member and horizontally in a direction substantially transverse to the length of the elongated member. In certain embodiments, the generally L-shaped members may be removably connected to the elongated member. | 11-06-2008 |
| 20140018181 | GOLF SWING ANALYSIS METHOD AND APPARATUS - This invention relates to a method and apparatus for analyzing a golf swing. In particular, the invention relates to a method and apparatus for analyzing a golf swing utilizing a portable computing device such as a smart phone, wherein a golfer can wear the device and the device uses sensors to monitor swing motion, and more particularly monitor a golfer's hip mechanics during a golf swing. | 01-16-2014 |
| 20140200096 | Transition Pilot - A protruding device is used to encumber a user's ability to maneuver his/her hips beyond its position while executing/simulating a golf swing. The protruding device comprises a telescopic beam, having a ball affixed to one end and a pointed, coaxial, coned tip affixed to the other. Additionally, options exist for attachment to a weighted base, specifically designed for indoor application or operability on non-penetrable surfaces. | 07-17-2014 |
| 20140248972 | Method for improving "Striking" motion and device for teaching method - Apparatus of preferred embodiments of my invention is a training device aimed at developing correct and efficient movement of the body during striking or throwing action. It could be applied to any activity in which striking or throwing motion is required—tennis, golf, baseball, boxing etc. | 09-04-2014 |
| 473268000 | Sighting device directing golfers visual focus toward a point to restrain head movement | 3 |
| 20100130299 | Visual Aid - A visual aid for use in a ball game, such as golf, consists of a ball or disc on which a ball can be placed provided with markings on the surface comprising cross-hairs and a circle, which circle in the case of the ball is of a smaller diameter than the diameter of the ball or in the case of the disc is equal to or greater in diameter than the diameter of the golf ball so as to be used in combination with the periphery of the ball to enable the player to position the player's eyes relative to the ball and in respect of the cross-hairs facilitate the adoption by the player of a targeted mode of vision as well as facilitating the alignment of the direction in which the golf ball is to be propelled. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20120046120 | GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE - A golf swing training device allows a golfer to practice a correct swing technique. The golf swing training device includes a base; a vertical arm connected to the base; a bar secured to the vertical arm; a ring secured to the bar. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20140162803 | TRAINING DEVICE FOR BALL STRIKING ACTIVITIES - In response to detecting a sound when a ball is contacted, a training device presents a visual indicator selected from at least two visual indicators. The visual indicator is presented for a display duration. After an elapsed time after the visual indicator is presented for the display duration, a confirmation indicator is presented identifying the visual indicator. As a result, the training device can be used without a coach or trainer. | 06-12-2014 |
| 20100130299 | Visual Aid - A visual aid for use in a ball game, such as golf, consists of a ball or disc on which a ball can be placed provided with markings on the surface comprising cross-hairs and a circle, which circle in the case of the ball is of a smaller diameter than the diameter of the ball or in the case of the disc is equal to or greater in diameter than the diameter of the golf ball so as to be used in combination with the periphery of the ball to enable the player to position the player's eyes relative to the ball and in respect of the cross-hairs facilitate the adoption by the player of a targeted mode of vision as well as facilitating the alignment of the direction in which the golf ball is to be propelled. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20120046120 | GOLF SWING TRAINING DEVICE - A golf swing training device allows a golfer to practice a correct swing technique. The golf swing training device includes a base; a vertical arm connected to the base; a bar secured to the vertical arm; a ring secured to the bar. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20140162803 | TRAINING DEVICE FOR BALL STRIKING ACTIVITIES - In response to detecting a sound when a ball is contacted, a training device presents a visual indicator selected from at least two visual indicators. The visual indicator is presented for a display duration. After an elapsed time after the visual indicator is presented for the display duration, a confirmation indicator is presented identifying the visual indicator. As a result, the training device can be used without a coach or trainer. | 06-12-2014 |
