Abstract: A golf training assembly includes a base assembly disposed in supported relation on a playing surface and in at least a partially surrounding relation to a playing area. The golf training assembly further includes at least one swing aid disposed into an operative orientation by an orientation assembly to facilitate preferred body mechanics during a golf swing. In addition, an aiming assembly is provided to facilitate alignment of the golfer's swing relative to a preferred path of travel. At least one arm brace assembly is provided to facilitate a preferred disposition of the golfer's arms relative to the preferred path of travel throughout the golfer's swing. The golf training assembly also includes a putting target as well as a stop for intercepting a golf ball that has been engaged by a golf club. The base assembly is further structured to assume an elevated orientation in spaced relation to a playing surface. A cover member, supported by the elevated base assembly, provides shelter.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: The present invention provides a portable device that can be used anywhere and that enables a golfer to improve putting performance, for training or entertainment purposes. The device has an electronic analyzing system comprising, in one embodiment of the invention, only three passive infrared sensors to accurately detect all the crucial movements of a putter head (or any other golf club) (e.g., squareness at impact, speed, distance) throughout the crucial portion of a swing at the virtual point of impact (or actual point of impact if a golf ball is used). The device further uses these sensors to capture information in tandem with preset and/or selectable features and options (e.g., stimp, slope, statistics, games) to supply a holistic approach to putting practice. The device may also be equipped with an accelerometer/inclinometer to instantly inform the user of the slope and drop of the ground on which the device is placed.

Abstract: In general, this disclosure relates to a golf swing training device, comprises three interoperating portions, the first portion of the device being an active area, the second being a collapsible frame, and the third being a golf club-like device and carriage. The collapsible base frame allows the active area to be repositioned from a fully upright orientation, to a partially lowered orientation, and continue to a significantly lowered orientation, to a fully lowered (collapsed) orientation. In the fully lowered orientation, the device has a much smaller profile and can therefore be more easily transported and stored.

Abstract: Golfers need and desire to practice and perfect their golf swings, and proper alignment of the golfer's body and the arc that the head of club travels are critical in this regard. The golf swing alignment training device provided allows golfers of different height and body proportions, and using a variety of different golf clubs to practice and perfect their swing. The device comprises a stance rule changeably marked to indicate proper location of the golfer's feet as required using different clubs, a connecting shaft perpendicular to the stance rule that can be moved as needed for clubs of different length, a swing guide governing the direction of the golfer's swing and the shape of its arc, a club face orientation indicator that can be adjusted to indicate proper club face orientation for different shots, and a ball position indicator which properly locates the ball in relation to the device and the golfer's body.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of golf swing guide apparatus and related methods and systems. Various embodiments disclosed herein may be used as a training tool to teach a desired swing motion to a golfer. In one embodiment, the device may comprise a guide bar positioned at some height above the ground. The guide bar may be configured to guide a golfer's backswing such that the swing begins in a desired swing plane. In some embodiments, the device may be configured to automatically retract the guide bar during, or after, the golfer's backswing such that it does not interfere with the forward movement of the golf swing.

Abstract: The golf swing training device of the present invention includes a base positioned on the floor or ground in front of a golfer. A leg extends pivotably upward from the base. An arm is pivotally attached to the leg and extends forwardly toward the golfer. A frame is provided on the arm, with an extension member extending pivotally forwardly from the frame. The leg, frame, and extension member are each adjustable to accommodate various heights and postures of different golfers. The device can also be used with both right-handed and left-handed golfers. In use, the golfer views the golf ball through the frame and swings the golf club through a proper swing plane with hands passing beneath the extension member without contact.

Abstract: A clip, the clip attaches to a standard golf tee. The clip provides alignment to the target, the clip reduces the resistance normally created by a tee when a ball is hit off of a standard golf tee. The clip normally snaps off the cup of a standard golf tee when a golf ball is hit. By allowing the clip to snap off the cup of a standard golf tee, resistance is reduced.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the field of training aids and methods for the development and improvement of a proper golf swing. Specifically, the present invention relates to training aids and methods for the development of proper golf swings that aid the student in learning the proper swing mechanics for hitting golf shots straight, hitting golf shots that curve slightly to the right, and hitting golf shots that curve slightly to the left. The training aid may be used to improve golf shots used during full shots, putting, pitching, and chipping. The present invention may be well suited for beginning players to teach proper techniques.

Abstract: A golf training aid and methods of performing golf drills therewith are provided. The golf training aid comprises a thin, rigid, card-like member having structures configured to retain one or more golf balls in place until struck. The training aid further includes a plurality of directional indicia for assisting a user to line up golf shots with a target or intended line of travel and identify the proper trajectory for contacting a golf club with a golf ball. The golf training aid may be used to perform golf drills directed toward improving nearly all aspects of the user's game, particularly putting, wedge and iron shots, and driving, and proper alignment of the club face and user's feet during the practice of drills.

Abstract: A shaft behavior automatic measuring system 2 according to the present invention includes a metal member 14 provided on a surface of a shaft 8 in a golf club 4, and a radar device 6 to be a Doppler radar. The radar device 6 has at least one transmitting portion for emitting a radar wave to the metal member 14 in the golf club 4 during a swing and at least three receiving portions 16 for receiving the radar wave reflected from the metal member 14. The shaft behavior automatic measuring system 2 includes a calculating portion for calculating three-dimensional coordinates of the metal member 14 based on a signal received by the at least three receiving portions 16. A coating material containing metal powder, a resin sheet containing metal powder, a metallic foil and a metallic thin film are taken as an example of the metal member 14.

Abstract: A practice device for corrected golf swing basically comprises a frame which is relatively long in one direction and a pair of strip-shaped members extending in alignment with each other in the one direction so as to define a straight target line. The frame includes a pair of space defining members extending in the one direction in parallel to each other leaving a space therebetween so that said space is adjustable. The strip-shaped members linearly extend outward in the one direction from respective middle locations on the lines connecting respective pairs of the frame ends which are opposed in a direction orthogonal to said one direction, respectively.

Abstract: An alignment device including physical and optical alignment members for aligning an impact point of a golf ball in order to correlate the perceived alignment of the ball by a golfer with the actual direction of impact required to maximize the probability of the ball traveling in the desired direction.

Abstract: A golf swing training aid adapted to have a first rail and a second rail whereby a carriage system is slidably attached thereto and the pitch of the club is controlled with respect to the position of the carriage assembly in the course of a swing. In one form, the rotation of the club about the shaft (the roll) is controlled in conjunction with the pitch of the club.

Abstract: A posture correcting tool surrounding a player while performing a swing practice having an adjustable freestanding body unit adapted to provide position feedback to a player relative to the player's sway during a golf swing, with two substantially vertical telescoping legs and a substantially horizontal buttocks bar slidably and moveably connected between the first and second telescoping legs, an adjustable freestanding head unit independent of the body unit and disposed opposite the adjustable freestanding body unit, having a telescoping substantially horizontal head bar connected to an adjustable substantially vertical head bar support that further engages a third weighted foot plate connected to the adjustable substantially vertical head bar support.

Abstract: Embodiments of swing angle retention and head movement prevention are described generally herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: This invention relates to the field of playing billiards and in particular to a cue ball aiming or training device for learning to aim a cue ball to an object ball to drive the object ball in a desired direction. The aiming device provides an indication of the true point of aim for directing a cue ball to an object ball, to drive the object ball in a desired direction. In use, the aiming device is positioned on top of the object ball and has a direction indicator to point to the desired intended direction of the object ball and a strike point indicator to identify the true point of aim for the cue ball.

Abstract: A multi-purpose golf accessory assembly comprises an elongated body member having a number of components mounted thereon. The components include a divot green repair tool, a magnetically secured marker and a golf ball marking instrument. The components are configured in such a way as to provide a golfer with a compact hand-held implement that is easily and conveniently utilized while the golfer engages in a round of golf.

Abstract: A golf training device comprises two shatter-resistant mirrors. A striking mirror is held in a horizontal position in the hitting area and is used as a striking mat for hitting golf balls. A second, adjustable mirror is positioned above the striking mirror. The adjustable mirror can be moved relative to the striking mirror and has means for adjusting the tilt angle of the adjustable mirror. Together, the two mirrors can be used to create the effect of a single virtual mirror lying beneath the ground surface so that the golfer can see his swing plane from along the edge of the plane of his swing as he hits the ball.

Abstract: A golf training aid device that has an elongated plane arm, a pivot device coupled to the plane arm and a base member coupled to the pivot device. The base member is configured to stably support the pivot device and the plane arm in a desired swing plane. The pivot device and plane arm are configured in combination to provide for movement of the plane arm at an angle relative to the base member. The pivot device locks the plane arm in a locked position at an angle to establish the desired swing plane.

Abstract: Apparatus for training golfers in putting techniques and the method for its use are taught. The principle of the apparatus of the invention provides two reference points, one of which is adjustable and fixed relative to the head of a putter. By sliding the two reference points along a guidance surface, the putting head moves parallel to the guidance surface with the face of the putting head at a constant angle to the guidance surface. i.e. this is a putting stroke. One of the reference points may be a part of the putter head and the other is a member, removably attachable to the putter and adjustable so that a contact head touches, and is slidable along, the guidance surface.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A practice device that can be used with or without a ball to help further develop the feel and muscle memory of a proper swing. A swing training device includes a handle, a shaft and a weight slidably mounted along the shaft. During the swinging of the club, the weight slides from an end near the user's hands to a distal end away from the user. When the weight reaches the distal end, the weight contacts a stop creating an audible “snap,” giving the user both tactile and audible feedback to the success of the swing. The weight preferably includes a friction adjustment device to control the amount of static and/or dynamic friction between the sliding weight and the shaft. The shaft preferably has a constant cross-sectional area or diameter to provide a set amount of friction during the travel of the weight along the shaft.

Abstract: A unitary golf putting teaching device that achieves four goals: teaching proper club head path; teaching proper club face angle at impact; teaching proper posture and proper eye alignment; and teaching green reading.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus including a golf club guide and a generally U-shaped support frame having spaced apart front and rear frame members connected together by a base frame member. The support frame is adjustably inclined to the ground or a working support surface at the lie angle of the golf club by a support arm. The golf club guide is positioned between the frame members and includes closely spaced apart front and rear guide ring segments which define a substantially planar circular shaped golf club swing slot therebetween, the swing slot having an unobstructed preferably adjustable width adapted for free swing a golf club therewithin. The front guide ring segment is attached to and is supported by the front frame members while the rear guide ring segment is attached to and is supported by the rear frame member.

Abstract: A golf alignment and targeting aid is a simple, durable, lightweight and easily portable device which provides golfers with a straight, clear and accurate view of their target by allowing the golfer to visualize the target several feet in front of the golf ball, eliminating the need for the golfer to visualize targets that vary in great distances, and enabling the golfer to keep his/her head down without the need to look up toward the target.

Abstract: A golf putting training aid is provided which comprises an elongated outer element having a display area, such as a window, for displaying one of a plurality of putting distance indicia longitudinally disposed on inner element moveable, such as rotatable, within the outer element. A further embodiment comprises a backswing distance indicia portion and a downswing distance indicia portion for one or more putting distances. A method for using the training aid is also provided.

Abstract: A golf putting practice aid has a rectangular base frame that serves as a stroke window for shot set-up and aiming purposes. A side frame is movably mounted on the base frame for pivotal movement from a folded, minimum profile storage configuration to an upright operative putting position. The side frame includes an elongated guide bar disposed in parallel alignment with the longitudinal axis of the stroke window for engaging and guiding pendulum movement of a putter shaft during execution of a putting stroke. The slope angle of the side frame relative to the base frame, and thus the elevation of the guide bar, is manually adjustable to suit the golfer's personal swing preference and putter selection. The guide bar and one of the base rails are marked with colored bands for indicating back swing stroke range and follow-through stroke range.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus for practicing a golf swing. In one embodiment, the training apparatus includes a sensor unit including a sensor outputting a sensor beam in a substantially horizontal direction, the sensor unit further including a microcontroller in operable communication with the sensor, the microcontroller configured to detect a break in the sensor beam, the sensor unit further including one or more visual indicators, wherein the one or more visual indicators are in operable communication with the microcontroller, and wherein the one or more visual indicators are activated in response to the break in the sensor beam; and a frame coupled to the sensor unit, the frame including a reflector configured to reflect the sensor beam. In another embodiment, a section of the frame may be moved between a first position used to practice driving and a second position used to practice pitching and chipping.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: The present invention is a golf swing training aid to help train golfers how to better hit a golf ball with a golf club. The training aid consists of a generally T shaped member having a central portion, an elongated pointer portion extending from the central portion and first and second side arms extending from the central portion in opposite directions. The pointer portion is oriented perpendicular to the first and second side arms. The aid further includes a tower member pivotally connected to the central portion of the T shaped member, the tower member being movable between an upright position wherein the tower member extends perpendicularly upward relative to the central portion and a lowered position wherein the tower member is pivoted towards the pointer portion. The tower member is dimensioned and configured to support a golf ball when the tower member is in its upright position.

Abstract: A unitary golf putting teaching device that achieves four goals: teaching proper club head path; teaching proper club face angle at impact; teaching proper posture and proper eye alignment; and teaching green reading.

Abstract: A golf swing training system and method includes a golf club, a light connected to or incorporated in the golf club, and a graphical display upon which a light is projected when a golfer swings the club. The graphics include various markings that indicate foot position and that can be observed to generate the desired golf swing. The golfer moves the clubhead and then the light along a first line until the light reaches a point at the top of the golfer's backswing. As the golfer begins the downswing, a third line provides a visual indication of the orientation of the club shaft at a midpoint of the downswing, when the shaft is parallel to the ground, and then the golfer swings the clubhead to impact the ball on plane and square to the target line, and other markings indicate foot position.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: The present golf swing training tool assists a golfer in learning the correct swing path the club head should follow during a normal golf swing, in order to consistently hit the ball in the desired direction, by providing a direct visual prompt of the proper club head swing path during each swing of the golf club. The tool may be used indoors or outdoors and is very portable.

Abstract: There is provided a golf club which helps master a proper swing path easily without too much burden while hitting balls. A golf club 10 includes a hollow shaft 14; a club head 20 provided at a tip portion 16 of the shaft 14; a grip 24 provided at an base end portion 22 of the shaft 14; and balance-shifting means 26 which increases a swing balance of the golf club 10 in association with a swing of the golf club 10. The balance-shifting means 26 includes a partitioning portion 32 which divides an inside space of the shaft 14 into a first portion 28 on the tip portion 16 side and a second portion 30 on the base end portion 22 side; and a balancing material 34. The partitioning portion 32 includes a first shifter portion 46 which allows the balancing material 34 held in the first portion 28 to move to the second portion 30 side in association with a swing of the golf club 10; and a second shifter portion 48 which allows the balancing material 34 on the second portion 30 side to return to the first portion 28.

Abstract: Embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems to custom fit golf clubs are generally described herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: FIG. 1, the Golf Ball and Club Alignment Kit, has two separate but necessary integral fixtures consisting of an indoor/outdoor carpet with a surface to simulate the ball action on a putting green, but laid out with a grid of contrasting color FIG. 2, the grid lines are laid out to be contiguous with any additional FIG. 2's forming a larger practice area, each square may match the size of a regulation golf hole making it multi-directional and multi-purpose, however, size of squares is not essential to its operation as a ball conveyor. A two-mode surface attaching non-diverting vertically or laterally for accurately putted balls receptacle FIG. 3, can be placed anywhere on or off the FIG. 2, along with any selected teeing spot known as a “tee box”.

Abstract: The present invention is a device for aiming and aligning a golf shot. The device includes longitudinal and transverse portions and ball position holes in the longitudinal portion. At least one end of the transverse portion includes cutouts for positioning the feet of a golfer. The invention also includes a golf training mat for coaching a golfer in proper aim and alignment of a golf shot and setting up in proper address position. The invention also includes a method for consistently setting up in a proper aiming and alignment position using the aiming and alignment device.

Abstract: A golf swing training device comprising a substantially planar surface, wherein the surface, in use, acts as a guide for the movement of a golfer's shoulders when the golfer executes a substantial portion of a backswing.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of golf swing guide apparatus and related methods and systems. Various embodiments disclosed herein may be used as a training tool to teach a desired swing motion to a golfer. In one embodiment, the device may comprise a guide bar positioned at some height above the ground. The guide bar may be configured to guide a golfer's backswing such that the swing begins in a desired swing plane. In some embodiments, the device may be configured to automatically retract the guide bar during, or after, the golfer's backswing such that it does not interfere with the forward movement of the golf swing.

Abstract: A golf swing practice bat is provided. The bat includes a barrel (10), a stop (20), and a grip portion (30). The barrel (10) is disposed on one end of a stick-shaped body of a predetermined length (a), and has an equal diameter from the end down which narrows in diameter toward its base and a trajectory indicator (11). The stop (20) has a predetermined width to rest an outer edge of a left hand on. The grip portion (30) is disposed between the barrel (10) and the stop (20). When practicing golf swings using the bat, a user benefits from the proper grip positioning structure of the bat, can execute a forceful swing without excessive gripping force for less stiffness in the arms, and can visually check swing trajectory using the trajectory indicator (11) to achieve a powerful, centrifugal, textbook swing.

Abstract: A system of training a golf swing including the steps of providing a positional apparatus that provides the golfer with variable impact heights and variable rotational positions to enable them to learn the correct swing, and also includes various additional training items. The stand provides heights ranging from the traditional on the ground striking position up to the golfer's waist to train the swing incrementally and can be positioned anywhere within the golfer's peripheral sight. It also provides the golfer a way to learn the correct movements used in the swing without the pressure of trying to effect a golf ball flight.

Abstract: Three rectangular panels create an adjustable golf swing plane and physical barrier suitable for teaching and practicing any golf shot with any golf club. In the preferred embodiment, the three panels are pivotally secured by a living hinge system. One side of the base panel is grooved to secure the panel used for driving. For bunker shots, the base panel rotates 180 degrees for placement under sand. For putting, a putter slides across the putting panel and an integrated mirror provides the golfer visual alignment of the golfer's eyes, shoulders and putter.

Abstract: An alignment device for aligning an impact point of a golf ball in order to correlate the perceived alignment of the ball by a golfer with the actual direction of impact required to maximize the probability of the ball traveling in the desired direction.

Abstract: A golf club having a head with a face configured to contact a ball and a shaft attached to the head at a first end such that the first end extends into and is received within the head. The shaft is gripped by a golfer at a second end so as to be swung by the golfer to head strike the ball. The head is configured to provide the golfer with a visual indication of the position of the first end of the shaft such that the position of first end of the shaft is monitored during the swing. The visual indication can be provided by a transparent region and highlighting the first end of the shaft. There is also described methods of training and assessing a golfer's golf swing using such a club.

Abstract: A golf driving and putting training aid comprises a driving module, a short-putt module, a long-putt module, and a third putting module. The driving module includes a shaft of telescoping cylinders pivotally secured at one end to a supporting surface and provided with a driving handle at the other end. The rate of retraction and extension of all cylinders is controlled by felt strips restricting the flow of air between the cylinders. The direction of the swing is controlled by pivoting joints by which the cylinders are connected to the supporting surface and to the handle. In one embodiment, the cylinders are pivotally attached to a slidable sleeve that glides along a horizontal bar. The movement of the sleeve can be restricted along the horizontal bar. The short-putt module includes a telescoping cylindrical shaft that is attached to the user's putter. When used, the short-putt module forces the user to keep the short-putt stroke straight.

Abstract: A golf swing trainer comprising a set of modular cylindrical ground frame members, in the most basic form an elongated front-back member and at least two elongated fore-aft members removably mounted on the front-back member with connections that allow the position and spacing of the fore-aft members to be adjusted on the front-back members to define ground level swing/stroke paths, and one or more tilt-adjustable upright guide members removably and adjustably mounted on the ground frame members to define a swing plane. The ground frame is preferably made from cylindrical tubing, and special connectors are used that provide snap-fit, slide, and rotational connection to the ground frame members. The trainer also includes raised, angled guides that can be removably connected to the ground frame members to support a raised, elongated, horizontal putting guide at a parallel acute angle to a ground frame member.

Abstract: A device for putting a golf ball. In one embodiment, the device comprises a base having an elongated side defining a base line, a first and second shoulder attached to the base, and a guide member pivotly attached to the first and second shoulders. The guide member has a top surface, and the guide member contains an elongated side defining a shaft line that is parallel with the base line of the base. The top surface also has a slotted opening that defines a practice line that is parallel with the base line of the base and the shaft line of the guide member. In one embodiment, the slotted opening has a variable top. Also, the device may include a laser and a target reflector, and wherein the laser beam is parallel with the base line, shaft line, and practice line.

Abstract: A golf practice device is disclosed. In an embodiment, the golf practice device includes a first upper part and a second lower part. A hinge assembly rotatably connects the first upper part and the second lower part. The first upper part includes an interior sized to removably receive a golf ball for marking a center line on the ball. The second lower part has a base and includes an interior. Compressed powder to mark the golf ball is contained within the interior of the second lower part.