Abstract: A simulated training method in which groups of users interactively control user controllable images to make idiosyncratic, simulated physical movements. Preferred embodiments include user controllable images executing simulated physical movements in competition, opposition, coordination and sport activities. Means are provided to evaluate relative effectiveness of movements between groups of users.

Abstract: The invention comprises one or more electro-mechanical robots in human form designed to resemble hockey player(s). The robots are suspended from a movable overhead track and powered by motorized cars along a variety of courses, all of which causes the robots to move at the speed(s) and follow the skating pathways used in hockey plays and maneuvers. The elevation, speed and pathways followed by the robots are selected from a computer menu. The robots may be used for instructing and training skaters in the skills, maneuvers and plays essential to the sport of ice (and roller) hockey. The robots are designed to provide a teaching/learning tool and to be used in conditions which realistically resemble those that skaters/players encounter in real hockey games. Robots are equipped with sensor chips which, when impacted by the skater, will provide measurable data regarding the skater's performance during training sessions.

Abstract: The invention comprises a hockey rink used for instruction, training, coaching, practice and competitive play in ice and roller hockey. The structure of the invention comprises an ice or roller hockey rink, of standard or other size, consisting of a playing surface with markings, two goal nets, and surrounding boundary boards. The invention further comprises facilities for training hockey players consisting of one or more mechanized robots suspended from an overhead track, a training area containing computerized equipment for controlling the robots and receiving contact feedback from the robots, video equipment for recording practice, coaching and game playing activities, and digital computer equipment to be used by players for interactive instructional purposes in rooms adjacent to the rink.