Abstract: A balance board system, comprising, a rotatable roller, a balance board having a lower surface that sits atop the rotatable roller and reciprocally rides on the rotatable roller, the balance board lower surface having a plurality of attachment points, a plurality of board connectors disposed at the plurality of attachment points, a plurality of stop connectors and a plurality of roller stops coupled to at least two of the plurality of stop connectors, the plurality of roller stops are attachable to the balance board at a respective one of the plurality of attachment points.

Abstract: An input device includes a body having a generally hemispherical shape including a flat side and a curved side opposite the flat side, a foot pad on the flat side of the body, the foot pad including a foot rest position for receiving a foot of a user, a load sensor configured to detect pressure applied to the foot pad by the foot of a user, an accelerometer in the body configured to detect angular motion of the body in response to the pressure applied to the foot pad, and an output circuit coupled to the pressure sensor and to the accelerometer and configured to output data generated by the pressure sensor and the accelerometer.

Abstract: A game apparatus includes a CPU, the CPU judges a motion of a player on the basis of a cycle of a load value input from a load controller, and selectively displays an animation of a player object according to the motion. Furthermore, the CPU controls a moving amount or a moving velocity of the player object on the basis of the load value input from the load controller, and controls a moving direction of the player object according to a barycentric position of the player detected by the load controller.

Abstract: A handstand pushup device has a central body portion that includes a padded cushion, and two handplates, positioned laterally on opposite sides of the central body portion. Each of the handplates has a flat upper surface that is slip resistant. Two elongate blocks are also provided, each of the elongate blocks having a bottom surface and an inner surface. The bottom surface interlocks with the one of the handplates for removably mounting the elongate block on the handplate. The inner surface of the elongate blocks limits the placement of a user's hands while performing handstand pushups using the device, so that the user's hands are not placed too far apart when performing the handstand pushups.

Abstract: A device for the interactive practice of gymnastics in association with an image and sound system constituting the gymnastics program to be followed by a user. The device includes a platform, a sensor system housed in the platform making it possible to detect the position of the obstacles around the platform, and a connecting system sending the signals coming from the platform sensors to a digital processing unit.

Abstract: A balancing game, where the game includes a pair of opposing substantially, semi-spherical halves and a central unit, which are configured when joined, to create a generally sphere like structure having an interior chamber that defines a linear shaft terminating in a flat landing portion and an opposing counter balance, with a marble; whereby when the marble is balanced on the flat landing portion of the linear shaft, the entire structure is at an equilibrium such that the generally sphere like assembled unit will maintain a stationary position when left at rest on a flat surface.

Abstract: A balancing game apparatus comprising a vertically disposed elongated pole, a plurality of weighted members, and a pivotable top having a convex first surface, a second surface having a plurality of securing tabs, and an annular rim having a plurality of slots for receiving the weighted members therein. The elongated pole is operable to support the pivotable top in a first orientation wherein the convex surface of the pivotable top is balanced on the elongated pole and in a second orientation wherein the tabs on the concave surface reversibly secure the pivotable top to the elongated pole. The weighted members are placed in the slots while balancing the elongated pole. The first orientation corresponds to a greater difficulty level whereas the second orientation corresponds to an easier difficulty level.

Abstract: A balance board including a standing platform connected to a pivot ball. The standing platform provides an area for a subject to stand and can be moved by a set of deflector actuators. The deflector actuators can move the platform in both the lateral and vertical directions. A braking assembly is connected to the ball and the braking assembly increases or decreases rotation resistance to the ball. When resistance is increased to the ball, resistance to rotation for the platform is increased.

Abstract: An apparatus for playing a game is provided. The apparatus may include a base, a plurality of projectiles and a first target platform moveable with respect to the base. The first target platform may include a collecting position, in which the plurality of projectiles are collected at the first target platform, and a dispersing position, in which the plurality of projectiles are dispersed from the first target platform. The apparatus may further include an actuator mechanism configured to actuate movement of the first target platform from the collecting position to the dispersing position and a first launcher attached to the base and configured to project the plurality of projectiles toward the first target platform.

Abstract: Apparatus (10) for playing a game comprising a receptacle (12) having a first wall (14) and an arm (20) mounted for rotation on the first wall (14). One or more side walls (18) are provided extending from the first wall (14) such that the side walls (18) define an opening (15) into which can be received one or more game boards (40). One or more symbol sheets (26) are provided having a plurality of symbols marked thereon either matching or being related to symbols marked on a corresponding one of said game boards (40). The arm (20) is removably mounted to the first wall (14) to allow one of the symbol sheets (26) to be secured to the first wall (14) of the receptacle (12) such that the secured arm (20) can be rotated to identify one of the symbols on said symbol sheet (26) during the game.

Abstract: A device for developing hand-eye coordination of the type having a drum (90) with a furrow (92) meandering around drum (90) with drum pin (94A and 94B) mated to slot (120A and 120B) of hoop (116). Marble (10) is negotiated over furrow (92) by turning drum pin (94A and 94B) with each hand while simultaneously using drum pin (94A and 94B) to roll hoop (116) to complete the length of furrow (92).

Abstract: A wobbling game system for providing an interactive and challenging game. The wobbling game system generally includes an apparatus for determining an outcome of a game, comprising a base including a curved portion and a flat portion, wherein the flat portion is positioned at a lowermost end of the base and wherein the curved portion extends from the flat portion. At least one ballast is positioned proximate the base or adding weight to the base and an adjustable counterbalance mechanism extends from the base for stabilizing the base on the flat portion. A plurality of games to use the apparatus with are also described herein.

Abstract: A balancing mechanism for an equilibrium game wherein a hub is connected to a tripod by a universal joint. A plurality of radially extending arms having cups on their outer ends are connected to the hub. A depending pointer is connected to the hub and extends downwardly therefrom to a Cartesian coordinate graph positioned centrally of the tripod. A plurality of weights are placed in the cups to cause the pointer to become positioned at a certain X,Y point on the graph.

Abstract: The game apparatus has a plurality of elongate coloured building blocks. During the course of a game a number of the blocks are built up block by block in a desired orientation on an associated plinth forming an upright structure until this structure collapses. Each building block is of square section and is subdivided into five coloured engagement portions each of which has a different colour. When building up the structure the coloured building blocks may only interengage where their touching engagement portions are of the same colour.

Abstract: A game apparatus which combines with stepping, balancing and jumping is formed by assembling a plurality of seats, a level panel and a curved panel. The upper and lower seats can be stacked together to change a height of the seats; whereas, the level panel and the curved panel can serve as bridge plates to connect the seats, so that children can be provided with various games of striding and jumping. Moreover, the seat and panel surfaces of the level panel and the curved panel are provided respectively with a skid-proof block and projections in various stylistic image shapes, so as to assure game safety of the children upon striding or jumping.

Abstract: A training and/or exercise device and method for exercising muscle groups of the entire body is disclosed herein that is portable, easy to use, can work the muscles of the entire body, and does not have complicated integrating parts when in use. The device and method allows a free range of motion about a vertical axis without substantial resistance. The device allows a wide variety of movement using a single device, and particularly allows for balancing movements that are advantageous for strengthening the core. Further, the training device is particularly advantageous for use in a home gym and may be stored under a bed or within the overhead compartment of an airplane.

Abstract: A process for a playing a game of physical skill for two or more players includes providing a game with a central hub capable of supporting the weight of the players and a tether. Each tether clips to the hub on one end, secures around the waist of a player and is capable of supporting the weight of that player. At least two players begin each by securing one end of a tether around his or her waist and attaching the other end on to the hub. The players simultaneously begin leaning away from the center of the hub to an off-balance slanted position supported by their tether and the counterbalancing weight of the other players. Then, all players simultaneously, thrust their bodies forward to regain a vertical balanced position without touching, holding anyone or anything else, or being held.

Abstract: The present invention is a device to simulate balance and motion activities of a user in response to the user's movements. The device has a curved sloping base with a top central area, a user support portion with a top and a bottom, a plurality of rolling elements coupled to the bottom of the user support portion, and a resilient element biasing the user support portion towards the top central area of the curved sloping base. The orientation of the user support portion relative to the top central area of the curved sloping base is responsive to movements of the user. The device provides a simple easy to use way to simulate balance and motion activities and thus condition and train a user conveniently and efficiently. The device conditions muscles in the legs and trunk as well as the balance mechanism while increasing endurance.

Abstract: An apparatus and means for a game of physical skill for two or more players composed of a central hub (110) capable of supporting the weight of the players; and, tethers (140). Each tether clips to the hub on one end, secures around the waist of a player and is capable of supporting the weight of that player. The game is played by at least two players who start from a standing, upright position. Each player begins by securing one end of a tether around his or her waist and clipping the other end on to the hub. Then the players simultaneously begin leaning away from the center of the hub to an off-balance slanted position supported by their tether and the counterbalancing weight of the other players. Then, all players simultaneously, thrusting their bodies forward to regain a vertical balanced position without touching, holding anyone or anything else, or being held. The game is won when the players regain their freestanding vertical position and are balanced and under their own center of gravity.

Abstract: A proactive machine is used for assessing and improving a user's proprioception. The machine has a tilting platform upon which the user stands, a non-rotating tilting means connected to the platform for tilting the platform along a first axis and along a second axis perpendicular to the first axis, and a control means for controlling the tilting means.

Abstract: A balancing game method and apparatus includes an elongated member having a first end and a second end. The elongated member has an arcuate upper surface. The elongated member has a plurality of scoring sections thereon. Each of the scoring sections has scoring indicia thereon. The scoring indicia increases from the first end to the second end of the elongated member. A stand supports the elongated member over a support surface. The elongated member is angled downwardly from the first end to the second end. A tubular member has a length less than a length of the elongated member. The tubular member is rolled down the upper surface of the elongated member by a player and the player scores a number of points equal to a position of the tubular member falling off of the elongated member relative to one of the scoring sections.

Abstract: A balance plate intelligent game apparatus, structured to include a lower tier balance plate having a circular arc-shaped bottom portion and a transparent upper tier ball disk combined with a transparent top cover. A ball is disposed interior of the game apparatus so that when a young child treads on the balance plate with both feet and swings his body left and right, the ball is caused to roll into a helical groove of the upper tier ball disk from a helical groove of the lower tier balance plate, the ball then falls into a hole located center of the helical groove of the ball disk and drops into the helical groove of the lower tier balance plate, thereby enabling the ball to continuously roll between the upper and lower tiers.

Abstract: An amusement device in the form of a balancing tube game is described. In typical use, the balancing tube is balanced in a vertical orientation on a user's palm, finger, head, elbow, foot or wherever they wish to balance it. The balancing tube game comprises an elongated cylindrical tube with built-in tilt-sensing electronics and audible, visual and tactile feedback. The tilt-sensing electronics are adapted to sense whenever the tube tilts off-vertical by more than a predetermined critical angle. The built-in electronics comprise a microprocessor, tilt sensor, lights, a noise-generating element, such as a speaker, and a vibrator. Optionally, a motion sensor can be added so that game can confirm that it is being manipulated (rather than simply fixed in a vertical orientation). While playing the game, the user progresses through a predetermined series of game levels, each level being characterized by a specific set of lights, sounds and/or vibrations emanating from the game.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a game tool for jumping building block-based stepping stones, comprising a plurality of stepping stone units that can be independently placed flat on the ground for children to step on and jump. As each stepping stone unit is triangularly tilted, a top surface of each stepping stone unit forms a different inclination by changing the combination at a different angle, thereby enhancing the difficulty level of the game. Therefore, it is possible to superimpose and pile up the stepping stone units at a different inclination. Moreover, an anti-slip piece having a different pattern is disposed on a top surface of each of the stepping stone units, thereby preventing slippage and achieving educational and recreational purposes.

Abstract: A game method and apparatus includes an elongated game board having a platform attached to each of two ends. The game board pivots on a fulcrum in a seesaw type fashion. The game board can be adjustably attached to the fulcrum to compensate for the weight differential between players. Each player stands on a respective platform and alternates jumping up and down thereon in an attempt to displace the other player from his or her platform.

Abstract: This invention is an educational game of suspension, balance, construction and strategy. It can be played alone or with others. An initial point of suspension support is set up. One of several ways is used to choose a particular starting game piece. The first player engages a piece in some way with the point of suspension. Play moves to the next player. That player engages their piece anywhere and any way on the suspended structure. Pieces that disengage and are no longer contiguous with the suspended structure during any player's turn become part of that player's stock. If any player successfully engages a piece without it or any other piece falling completely away from the structure then the predetermined value of that piece is added to their score. The game ends when any player runs out of all their stock. At this point all scores are compared and the highest score wins.

Abstract: An apparatus for playing the limbo game that has either battery operated speakers in the bar, which can play music, or the bar may have a speaker outlet through which an outside source of music can be played.

Abstract: There is disclosed herein an apparatus for supporting elongate sticks or rods which comprises a main body (12) having a base formed by a plurality of legs (16) and defining a base footprint with a first defined footprint area, whereby the body member (12) supports and restrains a plurality of arms (14) extending therefrom so as to be inclined relative to a vertical axis extending through the body, the apparatus being used for supporting elongate sticks between the arm members and any previously supported sticks balance thereon.

Abstract: A new, mentally challenging game is here described. The goal of the game is to move a primary object from its initial location through a system of platforms and levers to a particular destination. Horizontally movable counterweights also traverse this system, serving to raise and lower lever platforms in such a way as to raise or lower the primary object to its destination.

Abstract: A control device and an elongated member provide for a controlled play wherein the elongated member remains aloft during play in response to controlled movement of the control device by a player. Contact by the control device with the elongated member includes a sliding contact, a pushing disengaging contact and a catching engaging contact. The elongated member may have numerous configurations where a plurality of contact surfaces are symmetrically disposed about a central axis. Preferably the elongated member will have a wide central portion which is bordered by opposing narrower intermediate portions which in turn are respectively bordered by end portions which are wider than the intermediate portions. The elongated member may be a rigid member, as formed by a molding process or from a permanent assembly of components, or may be of a sectional design which may be assembled and disassembled.

Abstract: A play unit for moving at least one rolling element (14), having a considerably horizontal, changeable-inclination play surface (11) on which a rolling element (14) is guided and moves in dependence on the inclination of the play surface (11), the play unit being designed as a play table, of which the play surface (11) is mounted on a base (B) via a bearing device (F).

Abstract: A game apparatus, comprising a body, having a rotational axis and a non-planar surface, and a support, is disclosed. The support supports the body in a starting position, whereat the axis is horizontal, a center of gravity of the body is below the axis and the surface presents upwardly, and enables the body to rotate about the axis through a range of rotation. Playing pieces are provided. The surface includes playing positions, a socket being provided at each playing position, for releasably retaining selected ones of the playing pieces in fixed position relative to the surface upon selective distribution of said selected ones of the playing pieces to respective ones of the playing positions. The body is adapted for variable pivotal displacement about the axis relative to the starting position by effect of gravity responsive to said selective distribution. A scale for measuring said variable pivotal displacement is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a game that challenges variable skill levels, variable skill attributes, and that may be played under variable lighting conditions. The present invention provides a game of balance and dexterity, whereby game pieces 10 are stacked one atop the other. The balancing surface of a game piece may be varied in size, so that players of different skill levels would find the game equally challenging. The game pieces are designed to glow in the dark. Therefore, the game may be played in a well-lit room, in a completely darkened room, or in a semi-darkened room. The game of the present invention may be played in a specified amount of time. In the preferred embodiment, each game piece 10 is in the shape of a truncated prism, with the apex 16 of the truncated prism lying along a longitudinal axis of the game piece 10. The end elements 12, 12a of the game piece 10 define a triangle, with the base 22 of each triangle lying perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the game piece 10.

Abstract: A toy includes a platform, a moving body, and a balance bar. The moving body has front and rear wheels rotatable about horizontal rotary axes, a turning wheel, and a drive unit coupled to the turning wheel and one of the rear wheels to drive movement of the moving body when the moving body is disposed on the platform. The turning wheel is rotatable about an axis perpendicular to the rotary axes of the front and rear wheels, and prevents the moving body from falling off the platform when the moving body moves to a peripheral edge of the platform. The balance bar has an intermediate fulcrum portion mounted pivotally on the moving body about a horizontal pivot axis, and two arm portions projecting from two opposite lateral sides of the moving body.

Abstract: A method of playing a stacking block game is disclosed. The game uses a plurality of game blocks have a generally parallelepiped shape aid generally similar dimensions. Each game block has indicia applied to at least one end thereof. The indicia include a suit and a rank. Each player receives a number of game blocks. The first player lays a first game block on its face or on its side on a playing surface. The next player has to lay a game block of the same suit or rank as the first game block on top of or optionally on the same level as the previously laid game block to thereby build a tower.

Abstract: A balance member is formed of a plurality of substantially planar rigid trunk elements arranged in a vertical stack and alternately oriented orthogonally to each adjacent trunk element. Each planar trunk element further supports a pair of oppositely positioned substantially horizontal tier members. A chance device and a plurality of tokens are provided to complete the game apparatus. The game is played by operating the chance device at the initiation of each player's turn to designate a particular tier level upon the balance member which the player must place a token successfully without tipping the balance member during each turn. The balance member is supported by a base having a downwardly convex preferably spherical surface which allows the balance member to tip in response to imbalances of token distribution caused by player placement of tokens.

Abstract: A balancing toy set in which a number of balancing members are interconnected on a support and are dependent upon one another for the stable equilibrium of the set. The invention can be constructed in a variety of forms ranging from a simple toy for preschool children to a complex puzzle for adults. The invention is useful both as an amusement device and as an educational tool.

Abstract: A water limbo bar amusement device has a base for supporting vertical support poles. A height adjustment mechanism is frictionally connected to the vertical support poles and a water distribution and spraying unit is in turn connected to the height adjustment mechanism. A limbo bar is rotatably connected to the water distribution and spraying unit and also has a twistable triggering mechanism for actuating the water release mechanism, which releases pressurized water from a chamber to a set of nozzles and rotating fins, thereby getting the user wet. A water release housing has an inlet and an exit port from the chamber. There is a snap action water release mechanism in the water release housing. Upon twisting of the limbo bar, the twistable trigger moves a slidably connected valve body away from the exit port, presses a release pin, and opens a first pressure valve. This causes a decrease in the pressure permitting a second pressure valve to open.

Abstract: Various embodiments of balance and proprioception training and enhancement devices, which serve to improve the balance and proprioceptive abilities of a user thereof. A balance platform is placed atop a base platform, with the balance platform being angularly displaceable in any direction relative to the base platform and having a low friction interface between the base platform and the balance platform. The base platform may have either a spherically shaped convex support or a spherically shaped concave depression, with the balance platform having the complementary configuration to the base platform. The low friction interface between the two curved surfaces may comprise low friction coatings or rollers. Angular displacement sensors (rheostats, optical sensors, etc.

Abstract: A string or cord is tied between two vertical surfaces. A hoop is rolled across the stretched string in an attempt to balance the hoop as it travels from one end of the string to an opposite end of the string. On a peripheral edge of the hoop, a concave groove is formed so as to engage the string as the hoop is rolled across the string. Depending upon the depth and width of the groove, the degree of difficulty in rolling the hoop across the string is varied. In a preferred embodiment, the string is stretched across a game table, so if the hoop falls off of the string or even if the hoop completes its journey across the string, the hoop falls onto an elevated surface from which the hoop may be retrieved. To assist a player in retrieving the hoop, a hooked rod may be used.

Abstract: A plastic stick based toy formed of injection molded plastic, and consisting of one 36 inch stick, four injection molded plastic poles which extend out from the top of the stick, evenly spaced, at 90 degree angles, and four linked chains which extend downward vertically from the ends of each of the four plastic poles. A rounded bottom is attached at the base of the stick to make the stick difficult to control when it is tilted. Four rubber tips are attached to the free ends of the four poles to prevent eye injury. The sucessful contestant is able to maintain the stick in a correct vertical balance on the tip end of the middle finger. The contestant is disqualified, however, when either of the chains touches the stick, or when the stick makes contact with any other object, or when the stick loses contact at any time with the balancing finger.

Abstract: A wand game includes a handle having elongate rail members extending from the handle, whereupon a game sphere arranged for rolling along the rails is displaced in adjacency to the handle to a second position spaced from the handle, whereupon the rails are diverging permitting the sphere to fall between the rails, whereupon rapid one hundred eighty degree rotation of the handle and rails is arranged to permit catching of the game sphere to continue rolling of the sphere towards the handle. A modification of the invention includes a trio of rails arranged in a coplanar relationship permitting use of a plurality of game spheres.

Abstract: A game employs a number of footprint markers which the players take turns laying down. The procedure of the game is that two footprints are laid down initially; the first player steps on them without stepping elsewhere, then places another footprint any place of choice. The player laying the footprint must then step in that footprint without losing balance, or the footprint is retrieved and does not count. Play continues in rotation, with each player attempting to traverse the current trail and add a new footprint, until a trail of predetermined length has been formed. The next player to step in all existing footprints in order, without losing balance, is the winner.

Abstract: In an apparatus and method for playing a hand-eye coordination game, a plank and "Ping Pong" type ball are provided. The plank has a hole at an end near the handle and another hole at the opposing end. The object of the game is to maneuver a ball from the hole near the handle to the opposing end and back, thereby completing a "walk on the plank", without touching the ball or having the ball fall off of the plank. Variations include apertures within the plank, pegs selectively inserted in the apertures, and playing surfaces of a planar and a non-planar construction. The player's manual dexterity is enhanced by playing the game.

Abstract: Apparatus for a game including a game piece, a pair of long cylindrical implements having first and second ends, and a receptacle. The implements are held, one in each hand, by grasping the implements generally adjacent their first ends. The game piece has a first member with first and second opposite faces, a second member projecting outwardly from the first face of said first member, and a third member projecting outwardly from the second face of said first member. The members have thin outwardly facing peripheral edges. The general object of the game is to pick up the game piece by cooperatively engaging the implements adjacent their second ends with the thin peripheral edges of the game piece members and to deposit the game piece in the receptacle.