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  Golf training apparatusUSPTO Application #: 20070117642Title: Golf training apparatus Abstract: A golf training apparatus which includes a circular member, and a support for the circular member that includes a base having substantially coplanar parts for placement on a generally horizontal surface, the support including first and second columns extending from the base, the first and second columns each including a pivot connection at the part thereof most remote from the base that provides a pivoting connection between the circular member and the first and second columns. Each of the columns may be telescopic. Various embodiments of the invention have the columns connected to tubular members in the base by sleeves to permit relative pivotal moment. The telescopic columns may each include a latch to lock respective axial portions of each column in one axial position to prevent axial movement between telescoping parts thereof. The latch may include aligned holes in respective parts of the telescoping column dimensioned and configured for cooperation with a pin. (end of abstract)
Agent: Robert S. Smith - Manchester, CT, US Inventor: ROMEO FIORI USPTO Applicaton #: 20070117642 - Class: 473258000 (USPTO) Related Patent Categories: Games Using Tangible Projectile, Golf, Practice Swingable Implement Or Indicator Associated With Swingable Implement, Swingable Implement Swing Path Indicator, Head Or Shaft Continuously Engaged During Swing The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20070117642. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] The invention relates to sporting-goods and particularly to a training device for golfers. While the invention has particular application to assisting a golfer in learning to achieve an optimum swing plane in a drive, it also has application to facilitating a golfer practicing chip shots and pitch shots. It is generally accepted that the movement of the shaft of the club through out the swing in a drive should be in a single plane that is parallel to a line from the ball to the target destination for the ball. Various devices have been suggested. [0002] One such device is shown at www.superswingtrainer.com. The apparatus shown on this web site utilizes a framework to support a circular member that is intended to guide the free end of the golf club when the user is driving a golf ball. The apparatus described there is provided in medium and large sizes to accommodate golfers of different stature. This apparatus is not wholly satisfactory because it does not allow sufficient compensation for the physical characteristics of the golfer using the training device. Stated another way, two sizes do not fit all. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0003] It is an object of the present invention to provide apparatus that will assist the training of a golfer regardless of stature in perfecting and practicing a planar movement in a drive. [0004] In addition it is also an object of the present invention is to provide apparatus that will assist a golfer in training for chip shots and pitch shots. [0005] Still another object invention is to provide apparatus that can be quickly folded so that it is compact to facilitate storage and/or movement between locations. [0006] Yet another object of the invention is to provide apparatus that is simple and inexpensive to manufacture. [0007] It is now been found that these another object invention may be obtained in a golf training apparatus which includes a circular member, and a support for the circular member that includes a base having substantially coplanar parts for placement on a generally horizontal surface, the support including first and second columns extending from the base, the first and second columns each including a pivot connection at the part thereof most remote from the base that provides a pivoting connection between the circular member and the first and second columns. [0008] The apparatus may further include a third column coupling the base to the circular member. The third column is substantially equidistant from the first and second columns in some embodiments. Each of the first, second, and third columns may be telescopic [0009] Some embodiments of the invention have a base that is constructed of tubular material. Various embodiments of the invention have the columns connected to tubular members in the base by sleeves to permit relative pivotal moment. The telescopic columns may each include a latch to lock respective axial portions of each column in one axial position to prevent axial movement between telescoping parts thereof. The latch may include aligned holes in respective parts of the telescoping column to mention and configured for cooperation with a pin in. [0010] Some embodiments of the apparatus in accordance with the present invention may further include a net dimensioned and configured for engagement with the circular member to provide apparatus for practicing chip shots and pitch shots. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING [0011] The invention better understood by reference to the accompanying drawing in which: [0012] FIG. 1 is a front view of one form of the apparatus in accordance with the present invention illustrating the manner of use by a golfer to practice a drive. [0013] FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating the manner of use by a golfer practicing a chip shot or a pitch shot. [0014] FIG. 3 is a side view of the apparatus illustrating in a phantom view alternative vertical elevations of a circular guide member. [0015] FIG. 4 and a top view of the apparatus illustrating the folded position of the columns that permits it easy movement and storage. [0016] FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the apparatus with a net installed for practicing chip shots and pitch shots. [0017] FIG. 6 is a side view of the apparatus illustrating in a phantom view alternative inclinations of a circular guide member. [0018] FIG. 7 is a more detailed view of the central vertical telescoping column that affects the inclination of the circular member. [0019] FIG. 8 is a more detailed view of the upper extremity of the side columns illustrating the habit structure there off as well as the telescoping structure thereof. DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS [0020] Referring now to FIGS. 1-8 there are shown in the apparatus 10 in accordance with the present invention that includes a base 12. The base 12 in the preferred embodiment is constructed of tubular members having a bottom side which is generally planar to support the rest of the apparatus 10 on the ground or the floor of a building (not shown). In the illustrated embodiment the base 12 is generally rectangular. Continue reading... Full patent description for Golf training apparatus Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Golf training apparatus patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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