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WO2012006530A2 - Dispositif d'aide à l'apprentissage du golf - Google Patents

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WO2012006530A2
WO2012006530A2 PCT/US2011/043370 US2011043370W WO2012006530A2 WO 2012006530 A2 WO2012006530 A2 WO 2012006530A2 US 2011043370 W US2011043370 W US 2011043370W WO 2012006530 A2 WO2012006530 A2 WO 2012006530A2
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
    • A63B15/00—Clubs for gymnastics or the like, e.g. for swinging exercises
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
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  • a golf instructional aid is provided to help players feel and understand the proper swing path technique, among other drills, to help players of all levels perform better. While the invention is discussed with particular emphasis on the game of golf, those skilled in the art will appreciated the wider application to other sport games which require individual efforts for shot control.
  • One of the features of the present disclosure is a device which is simple and multifunctional, i.e., having more than one purpose or drill, which can replace other single function teaching aids.
  • a primary feature or function of the device is to help the average golfer draw, hook or work the ball right to left, which most right handed players can not do consistently, if they can do it at all. It is well known that ball flight is controlled by swing path. Most players believe swing path is controlled by use their arms, but the invention is intended to help them use their lower body to obtain and use the correct path to hit a well struck shot. The device works equally well for both right and left handed players, but the description below for simplicity generally is directed toward right handed players.
  • the first material was a foam rubber design, but that material, like most, did not collapse properly and would spring from the proper position when the devices was positioned with respect to a desired location on a player's body.
  • the material is expanded elastomeric plastic.
  • the present disclosure eliminates the problems encountered with other circular objects when used in a multifunctional arrangement for improving performance in the game of golf, for example.
  • the design is intended to work for several drills or placements for particular practice drills, although different physical sizes may be required for men, women and/or juniors.
  • the device of the present disclosure trains the player to start the down swing using their lower body.
  • the device In this drill, the device is positioned between the knees or thighs of the player and collapsed before the player starts their hands or arms in motion (i.e., lower body leads the way.
  • the motion of pushing the back knee toward or to the front knee allows for the dropping of the back shoulder and the club into what is known as the "slot" or correct path. It also encourages the player to get their waist properly timed at impact/contact of the ball to maximize power.
  • Compressing this device creates a pendulum type motion that is ideal in putting, chipping and pitching. Compressing the device eliminates the use of the
  • the device is provided with a small handle and line/seam which is positioned so that it can be in line with the leading edge of the golf club. While swinging the club back to the top of the back swing, where the club shaft is approximately parallel to the ground, the user can look at the device and that handle should be pointing straight up, which is the same position as the club comes through after impact. It is an easy visual aid for an unknowledgeable player to check the position of the club head during the swing.
  • Figure 1 is a top view in perspective of one illustrative embodiment of training device of the present invention
  • Figure 2 is a side view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 3 is a side view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 4 is a top view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 5 is a side view in perspective of the device shown in Figurel ;
  • Figure 6 is a bottom view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 7 is a view in perspective showing one illustrative use of the device of Figure 1 ;
  • Figure 8 is a view in perspective similar to Figure 7 but illustrating the alignment feature of the device.
  • Figure 9 is a bottom plan view of a second illustrative embodiment of training device of the present invention.
  • Figure 10 is a side view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 9;
  • Figure 1 1 is a side view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 9;
  • Figure 12 is a top view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 9;
  • Figure 13 is a side view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 9;
  • Figure 14 is a top view in perspective of the device shown in Figure 9;
  • Figure 15 is a view in perspective similar to Figure 1 5 but illustrating the alignment feature of the device shown in Figure 9.
  • Figure 1 6 is a view in perspective showing one illustrative use of the device of Figure 9;
  • Figures 17 a-d are views in perspective illustrating the under foot use of the device, helpful for chip shot training;
  • Figures 1 8 a-b are views in perspective illustrating the between the legs use of the device;
  • Figures 1 9 a-b are views in perspective illustrating the use of the device to enable a user to determine club face position during the golf swing;
  • Figures 20 a-b are views in perspective illustrating the under arm use of the device
  • Figures 21 a-b are views in perspective illustrating the putting training use of the device
  • Figures 22 a-b are views in perspective illustrating the a further training use of the device
  • Figure 23 is a view in perspective showing use of the device as a small shag bag
  • Figure 24 is a view in perspective showing use of the device to develop improved swing power.
  • Figure 25 is a view use of embodiment of Figure 9 for sand shot improvement.
  • the term pipoe is intended to include various embodiments of the device 1 , regardless of each embodiment's particular constructional features.
  • the device 1 or pipoe is generally spherical in shape, having a plurality of generally similarly sized opening 2 communicating with a hollow core 3.
  • Other shapes are compatible with the broader aspects of the disclosure.
  • the pipoe also as a circumferential line 4 positioned along the equator of the spherical shape.
  • a diamond shaped opening 10 the purpose of which is latter described in greater detail. It is noted here, however, that the shape of the opening 10 may vary in other embodiment of the invention.
  • the opening 10 is generally diametrically opposed to an enlarged, relative to the openings 2, opening 1 5.
  • the openings 10 and 15 operate in conjunction with one another in accomplishing certain of the drills described below.
  • the pipoe has a second pair of opposed dimples 20 and 21 .
  • the dimples 20 and 21 give the appearance of opposed flat surfaces 22 and 23 when viewed, for example in Figure 4.
  • the dimples 20 and 21 operate in conjunction with one another in accomplishing certain of the drills described below.
  • Figures 9 through 16 illustrate a second preferred embodiment 1 1 of the device of this disclosure, again denominated as the "pipoe" to emphasize the various configurations the device can assume in various embodiments.
  • outer surface 30 of the device 1 1 generally is continuous, but includes various simulated golf ball surface dimples in a variety or patterns. The patterns themselves may very in other embodiments of the device, or they may be eliminated completely, if desired.
  • the line 4 while still generally extending circumferentially about the pipoe in this embodiment, is designed at one end to surround and define a receptacle 40 for an end cap 34.
  • End cap 34 is removably mounted to the device 1 1 at the receptacle 40 and is retained in position along the receptacle 40 in a tongue and groove fit.
  • Other forms or methods of attachment for the end cap 34 are compatible with the broader aspects of the disclosure.
  • the end cap 34 can be used in certain practice drills described below.
  • a handle 36 also is mounted to the surface 34 along the line 4.
  • the handle 36 preferably is integrally formed with the device 1 1 as a one piece design; however other forms of construction may be used, if desired.
  • the handle Besides functioning as a handle for the device 1 1 , the handle also functions as a sighting device during the various drills using the device 1 1
  • the pipoe is adapted for a variety of drills and uses. Merely by way of example and not of limitation, a number of those uses are discussed below.
  • pipoe should be placed between the knees with the line 4 going vertically. This gives the user a reference of how far the pipoe should be compressed before the arms should release through.
  • the openings 22-23 are an aid in holding the pipoe during these drills.
  • the user can rotate the vertical line 4 forward or backward to increase or decrease the amount of compression of the pipoe should occur before the arms are brought through to impact. This will give a FEELING of the correct timing and prevent the golfer from coming over the top, a common flaw.
  • the pipoe can also be used between the knees while chipping, pitching and putting to promote a quiet lower body, which is good technique on shorter shots.
  • the pipoe will be able to slide on over the grip towards the end of the grip as illustrated in Figures 1 9 a - 19 b.
  • the user will use the vertical line 4 of the pipoe and the handle 36 with the club face so that they are in line.
  • the golfer can slowly bring the club back, if the line or handle is to the left of the shaft the face is closed, if the line is to the right of the shaft the club face is open.
  • the goal is to keep the line inline with the shaft and face until the arms are parallel with the ground. At this point the line of the pipoe will be exactly or generally vertical again.
  • the pipoe can be slid on the grip to the grips end.
  • the user will make a normal swing to the top. Then make a controlled but aggressive swing to try and get the pipoe to release from the grip. The goal is to get the pipoe to release from the grip.
  • This has two advantages. First it will increase power for the user and second, it will train the user to time the release as close to impact as possible. Used in this manner, the popoe will help users time their power release close to impact, which is important in obtaining more power/distance from the golf swing.
  • the pipoe can be slid over grip and slid down shaft to the clubhead. This adds weight to the end of the club. Swinging the club with pipoe on the clubhead add significant weight and wind restriction to the swing, even thought the pipoe weighs significantly less than a traditional weight. This allows the user to use the pipoe for strength training and stretching.
  • the pipoe will be placed between the users back biceps and ribs, compressed as illustrated by Figures 20 a-b. This will allow the user to keep the arms close to the body. Eliminating the common flaw referred to as the "chicken wing" or "flying elbow".
  • a common drill used where the user places a towel or head cover in the same position. But, that also limits the arc length (distance) of the swing and is not a move to be repeated and considered a good golf swing. Rather, it is an exaggeration to reduce the chicken wing problem with many golfers.
  • the pipoe puts the arms in a great position away from the body but with the elbow (chicken wing) in. It also gives the user a feeling of the swing being locked in.
  • the pipoe can also be used under the front arm for the user to feel the club coming through the golf ball and completing the swing with the lower and upper body.
  • the pipoe can be placed between the arms while putting or chipping, as illustrated in Figures 21 a and 21 b.
  • the use of the wrists and hand as in the putting stroke is considered bad practice as it allows for the mind to take over muscle control or twitches. When the large muscles are engaged the user will not have the feeling of twitching or what is referred to as the "yips".
  • the pipoe can be held between both hands with the line going horizontal while at address, as illustrated in Figures 22a-22b, .
  • the user can then bring the ball back so that their arms are parallel to the ground.
  • the line and/or handle of the pipoe should be horizontal.
  • the pipoe should be held so that one of the dimples is pointed at the user's front core.
  • the pipoe also has the opening 15, or the endcap 34 on the side of the device enabling the user to fill the pipoe with golf balls. This will allow the pipoe to be used as a medicine ball and while doing this drill improving strength and proper technique, among others things.
  • Figure 23 illustrates how the pipoe can be used as a small shag bag. This would be great for practicing for relatively short periods, for example when chipping and putting on a putting green.
  • FIG 24 demonstrates how the pipoe is placed partially under the user's back foot. This use or position of the pipoe will turn the back foot inward, giving the user a more stable stance and a platform to generate power while swinging. It also keeps the user from sliding (compared to rotating) the hips or back leg.
  • Figure 25 demonstrates how the pipoe is used to simulate and practice bunker play.
  • the user can simulate bunker shots even if bunker practice facilities are not available.
  • the cap dome side down even on turf and placing a golf ball in the center of the cap, the user can concentrating on hitting under the end cap fist to simulated hitting the sand of a bunker first. The same procedure is used if a practice bunker is available. The drill teaches the proper technique of hitting the sand behind the ball to extricate the ball from the bunker.

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La présente invention se rapporte à un dispositif d'aide à l'enseignement du golf pour aider les joueurs à ressentir et comprendre le trajet correct de l'élan, à améliorer la technique et à offrir une grande variété d'exercices afin d'améliorer la performance, le tout réalisé avec une seule aide à l'apprentissage.
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