Abstract: A full swing golf exercise apparatus comprises a supporting rod (7). The supporting rod (7) is provided with a noncoplanner upper rod track rail (1) and lower rod track rail (2) with two ends thereof being joined correspondingly, wherein a stopping rod track rail (13) with a free end is provided on one of the joints.

Abstract: A golf swing training device (1) having a substantially circle or oval-shaped ring (2) that stands at an angle to the ground. A guide (5) is slidably attached to the ring. A golf club (8) may be attached to a bracket (34) that is rotatably attached to housing (9) located on the guide. As an individual swings the golf club around the ring, the housing slides to allow for radial displacement of the golf club. In addition, the bracket rotates within the housing to allow for wrist rotation. Motors (37, 38, 39, 40, 12, 16) and gears (15, 17), controlled by one or more microprocessors (22) control the movement of the various components of the golf swing training device, thereby controlling the position of the golf club as well as the position of the user's body as the guide travels around the ring.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus and method of enhancing muscle tone and improving swing form includes a swing device that guides a user's swing along a predetermined path in a selected swing plane to improve form and enhance muscle memory for a preferred swing. A tensioning device enables the user to adjust the resistance to his or her swing, increasing resistance to strengthen muscles used while executing the preferred swing. The apparatus is adjustable for individuals of varying height, size, strength and ability.

Abstract: A device for establishing a correct speed and angular direction of a striking face associated with a golf club head relative to a golf ball. A body is secured to a surface of the club head and incorporates a powered processor in communication with a separate accelerometer. The body includes a visual output, such as pluralities of LED elements, communicated by the processor and instructing at least one of a desired swing speed and correct direction of the ball striking face relative to the golf ball.

Abstract: A golf swing training device (1) having a substantially circle or oval-shaped ring (2) that stands at an angle to the ground. A guide (5) is slidably attached to the ring. A golf club (8) may be attached to a bracket (34) that is rotatably attached to housing (9) located on the guide. As an individual swings the golf club around the ring, the housing slides to allow for radial displacement of the golf club. In addition, the bracket rotates within the housing to allow for wrist rotation. Motors (37, 38, 39, 40, 12, 16) and gears (15, 17), controlled by one or more microprocessors (22) control the movement of the various components of the golf swing training device, thereby controlling the position of the golf club as well as the position of the user's body as the guide travels around the ring.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus including a golf club guide and, preferably, a support frame having spaced apart front and rear frame members connected together by a base frame member. The support frame is adjustably inclined at the lie angle of the golf club by a support arm. The golf club guide 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 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. An economy embodiment is also provided. A substantially flat club shaft guide supportively aligns the golf club shaft at the lie angle of the head.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus including a golf club guide and, preferably, a support frame having spaced apart front and rear frame members connected together by a base frame member. The support frame is adjustably inclined at the lie angle of the golf club by a support arm. The golf club guide 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 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. An economy embodiment is also provided. A substantially flat club shaft guide supportively aligns the golf club shaft at the lie angle of the head.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus including a golf club guide and, preferably, a support frame having spaced apart front and rear frame members connected together by a base frame member. The support frame is adjustably inclined at the lie angle of the golf club by a support arm. The golf club guide 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 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. An economy embodiment is also provided. A substantially flat club shaft guide supportively aligns the golf club shaft at the lie angle of the head.

Abstract: An inflatable type golf swing training apparatus, which comprises an inflatable track guide and adjustable struts. The inflatable track guide had a radian of an swing track and is made by an enclosed capsule which is hollow and inflatable and is made of elastic material. The adjustable struts includes two front adjustable struts which are provided at the lower part of the inflatable track guide and used for adjusting the height and angle thereof, and two rear adjustable struts which are provided at the middle part of the inflatable track guide and used for adjusting the angle of the track guide plane with respect to the horizontal plane.

Abstract: A golf swing exercising and training apparatus for assisting a user to improve a golf swing may include a curvilinear track sized and shaped to simulate a golf swing. A frame may be situated on a ground surface to keep the track at a stable position. The track may be angularly offset such that a beginning point is situated anterior to a finishing point of the track. A mechanism may be included for teaching users to maintain a desired spine angle, and the desired head and arm positions during operation. The teaching mechanism may include a moveable guide member slidably coupled to the track, a mechanism for maintaining direct and continuous contact between the guide and track, and a mechanism for prohibiting the user's head from rising beyond a predetermined height during operation. In addition, a mechanism for indicating proper arm movement during an initial backswing may be included.

Abstract: A golf swing exercising and training apparatus for assisting a user to improve a golf swing may include a curvilinear track sized and shaped to simulate a golf swing. A frame may be situated on a ground surface to keep the track at a stable position. The track may be angularly offset such that a beginning point is situated anterior to a finishing point of the track. A mechanism may be included for teaching users to maintain a desired spine angle, and the desired head and arm positions during operation. The teaching mechanism may include a moveable guide member slidably coupled to the track, a mechanism for maintaining direct and continuous contact between the guide and track, and a mechanism for prohibiting the user's head from rising beyond a predetermined height during operation. In addition, a mechanism for indicating proper arm movement during an initial backswing may be included.

Abstract: An inflatable type golf swing training apparatus, which comprises an inflatable track guide and adjustable struts. The inflatable track guide had a radian of an swing track and is made by an enclosed capsule which is hollow and inflatable and is made of elastic material.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus including a golf club guide and, preferably, a support frame having spaced apart front and rear frame members connected together by a base frame member. The support frame is adjustably inclined at the lie angle of the golf club by a support arm. The golf club guide 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 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. An economy embodiment is also provided. A substantially flat club shaft guide supportively aligns the golf club shaft at the lie angle of the head.

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: The invention relates to a training apparatus (1) for optimizing a golf swing. The apparatus consists of at least one guide ring, which is positioned on a plane that is inclined in relation to the vertical by means of a support. The apparatus is characterized in that it is provided with two guide rings (2, 3), which are arranged approximately on the same plane, and which are held at least in certain sections in a support (4) at a distance from one another. The two guide rings (2, 3) are approximately elliptical and are designed to support a golf club. The training apparatus (1) enables a golfer to improve his or her swing by maintaining contact between the golf club and the two guide rings when following the ideal line.

Abstract: A device, system and method for golf club swing training are disclosed herein. The device (20) comprises a continuous looping rail (25), a modified golf club (30) and an attachment member (35). The continuous looping rail controls when the golf club becomes unhinged during the swing. The modified golf club is attached at the center of gravity of the modified golf club.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus is provided. The golf swing training apparatus is adapted to be folded in a collapsed state to facilitate quick and easy transportation and storage. The golf swing training apparatus has a main frame assembly defining a pair of A-frames joined by a pair of cross members. Each A-frame includes a spar being telescopically adjustable. A plurality of adjustable feet are provided to level the apparatus when placed atop uneven surfaces. A guide ring is hingedly attached to the pair of A-frames and is adapted to be angularly and vertically adjusted. The guide ring is further provided with multi-colored bands and indicia to serve as visual references when practicing particular golf strokes.

Abstract: A golf training aid includes a circular hoop that is inclined or inclinable in use at an angle to the horizontal. A planar surface is defined extending outwardly from a surface of an upper end of the hoop and parallel to the plane of the hoop. The golf training aid can be used in combination with a club and can assist a golfer in developing an improved swing.

Abstract: A golf training aid (20) comprises a circular hoop (22) that is inclined or inclinable in use at an angle to the horizontal. A planar surface (44) is defined extending outwardly from the surface of the upper end (42) of the hoop and parallel to thc plane or the hoop (22). The golf training aid (20) can be used in combination with a club and can assist a golfer in developing an improved swing.

Abstract: A golf swing guide for aiding a golfer in correcting flaws in swinging a golf club. The golf swing guide includes a base, a guide track defining a swing path along which the golfer is to swing the golf club and a device for pivotally connecting the guide track to the base for adjusting the guide track to a size of the golfer. A device for retaining the back of the golfer in a proper position with respect to the guide track is positioned to extend along a small of the back of the golfer whereby the golfer is positioned within the base with the torso extending through the guide track during swinging of the golf club. The device for pivotally connecting includes a first pivotal support pole connected between a front of the base and the guide track and a second support bar pivotally connected to a back of the base and the guide track. When the first pivotal support pole is pivoted, the second support pole pivots about the back of the base causing an angle of extension of the guide track to change.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus consisting of a base; a club guide ring; left, right, and rear hinge shafts; left, right, and rear hinge sleeves, the left, right, and rear hinge shafts extending through the left, right, and rear hinge sleeves so that the left and right ends of the left, right, and rear hinge shafts extend leftwardly and rightwardly from the left and right ends of the left, right, and rear hinge sleeves. Each of the left and right ends of the left, right, and rear hinge shafts are attached to the base or making up a part of the base. Left, right, and rear slip joints are provided for attaching the club guide ring to the left, right, and rear hinge sleeves. The rear slip joint consists of an alternately extendable and retractable shaft for, upon alternate extension and retraction, alternately pivoting and counter-pivoting the club guide ring about the left and right hinge shafts.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus is used to produce a data signal representative of the golfer's swing tempo. The apparatus includes a golf swing guide having a number of individual induction type sensors located at spaced locations therein. Each sensor sequentially provides a computer microprocessor with sensor readings as the golf club or club shaft passes thereby. The processor thereafter converts the sensor readings into an output representative of the golf swing tempo. To analyze a particular golfer's swing, the golfer stands in the training apparatus and swings his golf club. On each of the swing backstroke, downstroke and follow-through the club slides along the swing guide sequentially activating each of the sensors. The microprocessor instantaneously converts the timing between sequential sensor readings received into a graphically displayed output providing the golfer with substantially immediate feedback of the tempo of his golf swing.

Abstract: A training device for improving the golf swing by providing immediate feedback of incorrect club positioning in the backswing and forward swing. The device senses the attitude of the club during the swing and comprises a small housing or case which attaches temporarily to the shaft of the golf club adjacent the club grip. Contained within the housing are one or more attitude sensing means, such as a mercury switch, connected in circuit to a power source, such as a battery, and an indicator means, such as a vibrator or an audible alarm, such that the indicator means is activated either when the golf club is correctly maintained during the swing within an acceptable swing path area defined by a limited deviation angle on either side of the ideal swing plane, or alternatively only when the golf club is incorrectly positioned out of the acceptable swing path area.

Abstract: A golf swing training device comprises a swing guide, a base structure adapted to lie on a generally horizontal surface and a framework on the base structure for supporting the swing guide in position above the base structure in a plane at a selected angle to the horizontal surface. The swing guide has a lower portion in front of the golfer at a relatively low elevation with respect to the surface and an upper portion in back of the golfer at a relatively high elevation with respect to the surface. The framework comprises a forward ring member support on the base structure supporting the lower portion of the swing guide and permitting variation of the angle of the plane of the swing guide, and a rearward articulated prop for propping up the upper portion of the swing guide.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus having a circular track is made by bending an elongate X-section extrusion of an aluminum alloy to form a plurality of partial circular track sections, which are then joined end-to-end to form a full 360.degree. circular hoop. A multi-wheeled club guide cart rides on the track with a V-shaped circumference of each wheel mated to radially inner and outer opposed corner edges of the track member. The golf club includes a shaft of uniform diameter that rotates and slides in a linear bearing that in turn is connected by a pivot to the cart that allows rotation of the linear bearing and pivoting of the bearing for free movement of the golf club shaft in a plane orthogonal to that of the hoop throughout the swing.