Abstract: A consumer apparatus that golfers of any level may use to practice their putting stroke mainly in an indoor environment. The putting practice device requires the user to propel the golf ball on top of a set of parallel rails up a slope and into one of different cup holes. Each hole has a door which may be opened and/or closed. The doors also have rails that let the golf ball continue up the slope to the hole of the user's choice. This lets the user practice hitting different lengths of putts in a short space.

Abstract: A practice alignment tool to align a golf ball and putter during practice. The alignment tool is useful for creating a repeatable/consistent aligned squared swing with all golf clubs. A preferred embodiment of the alignment tool has a substantially “L” shaped profile as well as strategically placed tee holes, notches, and markings that allow a golfer to align a golf shot to better hit a target during practice.

Abstract: A golf training aid helps train a correct golf swing path where for a short period of time, the club is swung straight through the ball and down the target-line for a period of 12 inches, 6 inches before and 6 inches after impact. The golf training aid golfers achieve this flat with all golf clubs. Four six-inch angled polymer poles attach to a base made for driver and wood shots off a tee, and iron and wood-shots off the ground. Feedback is provided when a player hits or misses the poles. Angled poles are fixed to the base's external driver and iron lines for use with the various clubs, and the ball is aligned with one of two center lines, one line being for tee-shots and the other being for shots hit from the ground.

Abstract: A golf practice board to indicate a club head's path along a ground surface to improve a golfer's swing may include a frame with a bottom surface; a mat secured within the frame; and a plurality of multi-colored discs pivotably attached to a top surface of the mat, wherein an obverse surface of the multi-colored discs has a different color than a reverse surface of the multi-colored discs. The board may also include a cushioning material positioned between the frame and the mat.

Abstract: A training aid for the game of golf capable of indicating golf club path through a swing and the club's point of contact at impact to a user. Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for a golf swing practice apparatus comprising a plurality of ball pins defining a movable golf ball hitting surface, each ball pin of the plurality of ball pins being comprised of a spherical ball joint, a ball tee portion running through a center portion of the spherical ball joint, and an artificial turf portion extending from an upper surface of the ball tee; a ball pin plate having a planar surface and a plurality of apertures disposed upon the planar surface in horizontal rows, the plurality of ball pins being movably coupled to the ball pin plate; and, a ball pin reset plate, the ball pin reset plate having a plurality of apertures being rectangular in shape and being slidably coupled to the ball pin plate.

Abstract: A device for practicing putting of a golf ball includes: an elongate base with opposed first and second ends and an upper surface; an elongate rail with an upper surface and opposed first and second ends, the rail mounted to the base such that the upper surface of the rail is positioned above and generally parallel with the upper surface of the base; a locating feature positioned adjacent the first end of the rail, the locating feature configured to provide a resting place for a golf ball; and a target area positioned near the second end of the base panel located adjacent the second end of the rail. Such a device can provide immediate and accurate feedback on putting errors committed by the user.

Abstract: A putting training aid including an elongated body, a reflective mechanism and a tee. The elongated body has an upper surface. The reflective mechanism has an upper surface that is substantially aligned with the upper surface of the elongated body. The reflective mechanism has a length that is greater than a diameter of a golf ball that is used in conjunction with the putting training aid. The tee is formed in at least one of the elongated body and the reflective mechanism. The tee is adapted to receive a portion of the golf ball.

Abstract: A putting stroke training system identifies a preferred putting stroke and facilitates training for a golfer to repeat the preferred putting stroke. The training system includes a grid box with a fixed side wall and a movable side wall. The movable side wall is positionable relative to the fixed side wall into alignment with the preferred putting stroke. The training system also includes an alignment sensor attachable to a putter head. In some embodiments, the alignment sensor signals when the putter head deviates from the preferred stroke.

Abstract: A golf putting training device operable to provide feedback and training to a user in as to develop a putting stroke having an optimal golf ball speed for a putt. The golf putting training device includes a first longitudinal member and a second longitudinal member that are substantially parallel in manner forming a putting lane therebetween. A ball resistance member is mounted intermediate the first longitudinal member and the second longitudinal member proximate an end. The ball resistance member is operable to inhibit a golf ball traveling at less than three revolutions per second at point of impact with the ball resistance member from traversing across the ball resistance member. A plurality of measurement indicia is uniformly distributed along the first longitudinal member and the second longitudinal member.

Abstract: A golf putting aid comprises first and second substantially vertically extending members and a substantially horizontally extending member attached between the first and second vertically extending members. The horizontally extending member and the vertically extending members cooperatively define a first at least partially enclosed space beneath the horizontally extending member through which a golf ball may be putted and a second at least partially enclosed space above the horizontally extending member through which a golfer may align a target for the golf ball.

Abstract: A putting stroke training system identifies a preferred putting stroke and facilitates training for a golfer to repeat the preferred putting stroke. The training system includes a grid box with a fixed side wall and a movable side wall. The movable side wall is positionable relative to the fixed side wall into alignment with the preferred putting stroke. The training system also includes an alignment sensor attachable to a putter head. In some embodiments, the alignment sensor signals when the putter head deviates from the preferred stroke.

Abstract: One of the most challenging aspects of golfing is the consistent ability to perfect the swing. After the ball is struck, it may either veer away from the golfer and this in known as a slice or veer towards the golfer and this is known as a hook. The slice is the more troublesome shot because it occurs most frequently and is the most difficult to correct. The current device will establish for the golfer the correct path for the club as it strikes the ball so that the slice is corrected and the ball travels in a straight direction.

Abstract: A golf backswing training device. The device includes a first elongate portion defining a first major axis. A second elongate portion slideably engageable with the first elongate portion is included, the second elongate portion defining a second major axis, a first end, and a second end. A club alignment element coupled to the first end of the second elongate portion is included, the club alignment element having a first club contact surface disposed at an acute angle with respect to the second major axis.

Abstract: A golf plane device for use at full golf swing speed and to strike golf balls that trains the golfer to swing the club on the proper golf shaft plane. The device includes a set of bottom 10 and top 8 flexible guides through which the golf shaft 20 travels from thigh high on the downswing to thigh high on the follow through.

Abstract: A putting stroke training system identifies a preferred putting stroke and facilitates training for a golfer to repeat the preferred putting stroke. The training system includes a grid box with a fixed side wall and a movable side wall. The movable side wall is positionable relative to the fixed side wall into alignment with the preferred putting stroke. The training system also includes an alignment sensor attachable to a putter head. In some embodiments, the alignment sensor signals when the putter head deviates from the preferred stroke.

Abstract: A putting stroke sensor assembly is cooperable with a putter head. The putting stroke sensor assembly includes a processor, a memory storing a preferred putting path, and an accelerometer configured to measure characteristics of a putting stroke. The processor is programmed to compare the characteristics of the putting stroke with the preferred putting path and to generate an output indicative of the comparison.

Abstract: A putting stroke training system identifies a preferred putting stroke and facilitates training for a golfer to repeat the preferred putting stroke. The training system includes a grid box with a fixed side wall and a movable side wall. The movable side wall is positionable relative to the fixed side wall into alignment with the preferred putting stroke. The training system also includes an alignment sensor attachable to a putter head. In some embodiments, the alignment sensor signals when the putter head deviates from the preferred stroke.

Abstract: A putting aid which includes a base plate, guide rails attached to the base plate, which are spaced apart to form a guide passage for a putting stroke, and markers which are engaged with guide rails, each marker being engageable with the ground at a defined position, wherein the base plate and the guide rails are movable leaving the markers at the defined positions.

Abstract: A putting aid which includes a base plate, guide rails attached to the base plate, which are spaced apart to form a guide passage for a putting stroke, and markers which are engaged with guide rails, each marker being engageable with the ground at a defined position, wherein the base plate and the guide rails are movable leaving the markers at the defined positions.

Abstract: A portable putting practice system for users of all ages and skill levels, whereby the system enables a user to increase putting accuracy, improve range of motion for a putting swing, and develop consistent putting backswings of varying extensions corresponding to desired target distances.

Abstract: A putting stroke training system includes a putting board with a putting section and a hole, a light sensitive or touch sensitive screen positioned in the putting section of the putting board, where the light sensitive or touch sensitive screen records stroke paths of a putter head, and a processor that correlates successful strokes with respective ones of the stroke paths. The processor generates a preferred stroke path based on an average of the successful strokes.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a golf swing trainer for improving a golfer's drive, posture, and technique when swing a golf club. The golf swing trainer includes a base, two lateral arms, and inside and outside guides which form a corridor through which a golf club is swung. Other elongated members are disclosed for securing a golfer's waste with a harness, bracing their leg, and the like. These components allow a golfer to simulate a golf swing and practice posture and technique preparatory to driving an actual golf ball.

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 putter training system includes a putter with putter head, an attachment secured adjacent the putter head, and a grid having sidewalls and a grid bottom. The putter head includes a bottom, a top and a face, where the top has at least one putter alignment line appearing thereon. The grid sidewalls are spaced apart by a distance larger than a length of the putter head. The grid bottom includes at least one grid alignment line cooperable with the at least one putter alignment line to facilitate alignment perception during a putting stroke. Additionally, the attachment is cooperable with the grid bottom to facilitate alignment feedback during the putting stroke.

Abstract: A golf system for training a golf player includes a golf putter designed to train the user in practicing an unconventional motion and a grid for guiding the motion of the golf putter. The golf putter includes a club head and a plurality of marking instruments such as styluses for marking the trajectory of the putter. The grid includes an enclosure, a recording device to record the trajectory of the golf putter, a plurality of guiding rails and an optional leveling device as well as an optional aiming device, thereby allowing the user to analyze his/her putting trajectory.

Abstract: A golf system for training a golf player includes a golf putter designed to train the user in practicing an unconventional motion and a grid for guiding the motion of the golf putter. The golf putter includes a club head and a plurality of marking instruments such as styluses for marking the trajectory of the putter. The grid includes an enclosure, a recording device to record the trajectory of the golf putter, a plurality of guiding rails and an optional leveling device as well as an optional aiming device, thereby allowing the user to analyze his/her putting trajectory.

Abstract: A putter training system includes a putter with putter head, an attachment secured adjacent the putter head, and a grid having sidewalls and a grid bottom. The putter head includes a bottom, a top and a face, where the top has at least one putter alignment line appearing thereon. The grid sidewalls are spaced apart by a distance larger than a length of the putter head. The grid bottom includes at least one grid alignment line cooperable with the at least one putter alignment line to facilitate alignment perception during a putting stroke. Additionally, the attachment is cooperable with the grid bottom to facilitate alignment feedback during the putting stroke.

Abstract: A golf system for training a golf player is disclosed. The golf system comprises a golf putter designed to train the user in practicing an unconventional motion and a grid for guiding the motion of the golf putter. The golf putter comprises a club head and a plurality of marking instruments such as styluses for marking the trajectory of the putter. The grid comprises an enclosure, a recording device to record the trajectory of the golf putter, a plurality of guiding rails and an optional leveling device as well as an optional aiming device, thereby allowing the user to analyze his/her putting trajectory.

Abstract: A putter guide for guiding a putter shaft during a putting stroke has a pair of guide rails for guiding the shaft of a putter, a base member; and a post coupling the base member to the pair of guide rails for elevating the pair of guide rails above the ground to be closer to a grip on the putter. The guide rails are adapted to fold down beside the main post and both are adapted to fold down between two parallel tubes of the base to allow a golfer to carry the putter guide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a golf training device and method of use thereof. Specifically, the training device seeks to correct faults in a golfer's swing. The device enables correct alignment and correct swing path to be practiced simultaneously whilst practising both shots or drills requiring a “square” alignment or shots or drills requiring an “open” or “closed” alignment. Furthermore, the device, and method of use thereof, can be used by all sizes of golfer, using all types and sizes of clubs, practising all types of shot.

Abstract: A putter guide for guiding a putter shaft during a putting stroke has a pair of guide rails for guiding the shaft of a putter, a base member; and a post coupling the base member to the pair of guide rails for elevating the pair of guide rails above the ground to be closer to a grip on the putter. The guide rails are adapted to fold down beside the main post and both are adapted to fold down between two parallel tubes of the base to allow a golfer to carry the putter guide.

Abstract: A putter training system includes a putter with putter head, an attachment secured adjacent the putter head, and a grid having sidewalls and a grid bottom. The putter head includes a bottom, a top and a face, where the top has at least one putter alignment line appearing thereon. The grid sidewalls are spaced apart by a distance larger than a length of the putter head. The grid bottom includes at least one grid alignment line cooperable with the at least one putter alignment line to facilitate alignment perception during a putting stroke. Additionally, the attachment is cooperable with the grid bottom to facilitate alignment feedback during the putting stroke.

Abstract: A golf training device (100) includes first and second positioning members (110, 120) movably attached to a planar base portion (101). The first and second positioning members (110, 120) are movable from a stowed configuration to a pitch and chip shot setup configuration. The first and second positioning members (110, 120) include one or more indicia (114, 124) for positioning one or more golf balls (20) when moved to the shot setup configuration. The first and second positioning members (110, 120) position the one or more golf balls (20) a predetermined distance from an edge (103) of the device (100). The first positioning member (110) positions one or more golf balls (20) a first predetermined distance (D1) from the device (100) corresponding to a pitch shot. The second positioning member (120) positions one or more golf balls (20) a second predetermined distance (D2) from the device (100) corresponding to a chip shot.

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 directional practice device includes an elongated ball-receiving member disposed on a flat surface and having a slot adapted for receiving a plurality of golf balls, and an upright heel-engaging surface disposed at a side of the ball-receiving member and perpendicular to the flat surface. The heel-engaging surface has a lower end defining a side of a head-traveling path extending along a longitudinal direction. The golf balls can be pushed by a putter head to drop from the slot onto the head-traveling path one at a time. After one of the golf balls drops onto the head-traveling path, the putter head can be moved along the head-traveling path to strike the one of the golf balls in the longitudinal direction in such a manner that the heel of the putter head moves on the heel-engaging surface.

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: The invention concerns a golf putting practice device including a base plate and a plurality of pins intended to be detachably attached in an upright position in at least two rows on an upper side of the base plate to form a path for a head of a golf putter. The device includes a tilting and restoring unit that allows the pins to bend from their normal upright position when subjected to an impact force and that returns the pins to their normal upright position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a golf putting training device that trains the user to develop a planing stroke. The device achieves this effect through a combination of tactile and visual cues that reinforce the correct putting motion during repeated practice.

Abstract: Systems and methods for improving a golf swing are described. Deviated motions are detected and, in response to the deviated motion, feedback, such as, for example, an electric shock, is provided to the source of the deviated motion.

Abstract: A directional practice device includes an elongated ball-receiving member disposed on a flat surface and having a slot adapted for receiving a plurality of golf balls, and an upright heel-engaging surface disposed at a side of the ball-receiving member and perpendicular to the flat surface. The heel-engaging surface has a lower end defining a side of a head-traveling path extending along a longitudinal direction. The golf balls can be pushed by a putter head to drop from the slot onto the head-traveling path one at a time. After one of the golf balls drops onto the head-traveling path, the putter head can be moved along the head-traveling path to strike the one of the golf balls in the longitudinal direction in such a manner that the heel of the putter head moves on the heel-engaging surface.

Abstract: A golf swing plane training method and apparatus consisting a pair of elastic cords suspended above the ground faithfully defining a cross section of the swing plane. The elastic cords are parallel to each other and approximately parallel to the ground. The plane formed by the two elastic cords is substantially perpendicular to the proper swing plane at a height ranging from the level of the knees to the level of the waist of a golfer at address. The height of the elastic cords is slidably adjustable to accommodate the full range of golf clubs and golfers of varying sizes and heights. The distance between the elastic cords can be altered to accommodate golfers of different skill levels. As the skill level of the golfer improves, the elastic cords can be located closer together. A method for using the apparatus is submitted to provide the golfer with checkpoints that indicate a proper swing plane. In addition, if the golf club is swung incorrectly, the trainer restricts completion of that swing.

Abstract: A magnetic golf putting training device (1) having an attachment device (10) with two arms (3a and 3b), a clamp (25) for removably attaching the attachment device (10) to a putter (2), magnets (11a and 11b) located on the arms (3a and 3b) and guiding magnets (12a and 12b). The arms (3a and 3b) are located on each end of the putter head (9) during use. The guiding magnets (12a and 12b) are positioned such that they are substantially perpendicular to the putter head (9) and such that the electromagnetic field of each guiding magnets (12a and 12b) is facing towards the like electromagnetic field of each magnet (11a and 11b) located on the arms (3a and 3b) so as to create a repelling force (28).

Abstract: The invention concerns a golf putting practice device (1), comprising a base plate (2) and a plurality of pins (6) intended to be detachably attached in an upright position in at least two rows (R1, R2) on an upper side of the base plate (2) as to form a path for a head of a golf putter. The invention is characterized in that the device (1) comprises a tilting and restoring means (4, 13, 14) that allows the pins (6) to bend from its normal upright position when subjected to an impact force and that returns the pins (6) to their normal upright position.

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 apparatus for practicing straight hits has an upright rack, a rod provided on the rack and aligned substantially horizontally and parallel to a desired hitting direction, the rod being arranged at a distance to the rack such that a golf club is swingable through underneath the rod.

Abstract: A golf practice aid includes two parallel rails separated by crossed spacers. The distance of separation is sufficient to reasonably accommodate a golf club head therebetween, and is contemplated to be adjustable. Within the parallel rows are a line of holes for receiving golf tees. The tees then are placed to form two parallel rows spaced about the position the ball is to be located. Swing path and deviation is visually monitored by the pattern of tees that are displaced from holes after the swing is complete. To accommodate longer swings, several golf practice aids may be serially placed, and may include overlap therebetween when desired. An optional hoop is disclosed which is designed to assist with putting practice. An alternative embodiment more specifically for putting is also disclosed which provides a free standing assembly having two parallel rails and multiple upwardly extending hoops, the combination which may be formed as a unitary construction.

Abstract: A golfer training aid formed, preferably, of a synthetic turf. A first swing channel is defined by an area between opposing uprights projecting from an upper surface of the mat. A second swing channel is defined by a cut-away portion of the mat. The first swing path permits a golfer to practice a swing on the mat. The second swing path permits a golfer to practice a swing on any of a variety of surfaces including natural, manufactured or constructed which are exposed through the cut-away portion. The second swing path may also be defined by opposing rows of uprights. A golfer is aided in visualizing and executing a proper golf swing by the visual and physical cues afforded by the first and second swing channels of the golfer training aid.

Abstract: A golf swing plane training method and apparatus consisting a pair of elastic cords suspended above the ground faithfully defining a cross section of the swing plane. The elastic cords are parallel to each other and approximately parallel to the ground. The plane formed by the two elastic cords is substantially perpendicular to the proper swing plane at a height ranging from the level of the knees to the level of the waist of a golfer at address. The height of the elastic cords is slidably adjustable to accommodate the full range of golf clubs and golfers of varying sizes and heights. The distance between the elastic cords can be altered to accommodate golfers of different skill levels. As the skill level of the golfer improves, the elastic cords can be located closer together. A method for using the apparatus is submitted to provide the golfer with checkpoints that indicate a proper swing plane. In addition, if the golf club is swung incorrectly, the trainer restricts completion of that swing.

Abstract: A golf putting trainer includes a holder for a putter having a shaft and a head, elements for guiding the holder in a curved movement path and elements for holding the putter head in a position perpendicular to the direction of movement of the holder. The golf putting trainer includes elements for adjusting the curvature of the movement path of the holder both vertically and horizontally.

Abstract: There is provided a golf putting training apparatus that is portable and operable with standard USGA golf equipment. The apparatus include parallel channels each emanating from a respective dimple. The channels are separated by a distance such that a golf ball placed on each dimple can be simultaneously using a standard putter, but also so that the golf balls do not contact each other. A chamfered portion allows the golf balls to roll continously off of the apparatus and onto an undersurface. By measuring the distance that each golf ball travels, a golfer gauges the accuracy of his swing. An obverse surface of the apparatus contains indicia that assists a golfer in aligning his positioning and stroke.