JPH07503882A - Device for teaching or correcting a golfer's stance - Google Patents

Abstract

A golfer's stance for correctly addressing a golf ball using different clubs is taught or improved by using a mat having a ball line on it with markings showing the different locations at which the ball should be put. The mat has on it either a single detachable strip or different sets of detachable or permanent strips. The or each strip indicates optimum stance lines with which the golfer's feet should be aligned when using a club of weight or number associated with the strip being used at any one time.

Description

[Detailed description of the invention] Apparatus for Teaching or Correcting a Golfer's Stance The present invention relates to an apparatus for golf, particularly for golfers. In fact, when hitting a golf pole in a specific direction with a specific club, where do you place your feet? Concerning a device for teaching where to place the object.

This device can be used to train beginner golfers as well as stance training for experienced golfers. Or also used to help correct swing deficiencies.

People trying to learn golf usually take lessons from experienced golfers or and/or using videos to learn correct grip, stance .

The present invention allows the golfer to recall from memory and select When trying to use a club that has been It is intended to provide a teaching aid that acts as a visual guide so that students can .

Various devices are presented to help demonstrate proper stance and swing. I came. U.S. Patent No. 4,384,718 teaches how to properly position the golfer's feet and the hole. three flat strips that can be placed in various positions relative to each other to Discloses an apparatus comprising: A more general approach to this problem is to It involves making marks on the floor or on the mat that you stand on. US Patent 49 15387.2606026.4023810. and British Patent 1305710 This is a typical example of this approach. However, many of them are due to foot position. A visual field that includes complex marks and corresponds to the intended flight line of the pole when hitting the pole. They do not pay attention to the importance of providing visual guidance.

U.S. Pat. Open the mat designed to provide multiple positions to place the tee or horizontal portion of the It shows. However, the device in this example does not touch the toes of the golfer's feet when placed on the mat. line or allow it to intersect at an angle with the intended line of flight of the pole. do not have. This lacks flexibility and is visually crude.

We generally place the pole flight line near one side edge of the mat or clearly on the mat. marked, making the stance line adjustable in both distance and angle from the flight line. pine tree with one or more means determined to It has been discovered that an improved pine tree can be designed that is easier to construct and more effective for training.

Accordingly, the present invention provides sufficient support to accommodate both feet of the golfer when deciding on a stance. The golfer's stance when taking a golf hole hitting posture includes a mat having a surface area. equipment for teaching or correcting There are hole lines showing various ball positions aligned with the golf ball's intended flight line. The pole wire is marked with the specific weight or number of The golf pole is marked with a reference point corresponding to the club, and The mat is placed an adjustable distance from the ball line and makes an acute angle with the ball line. and means for determining at least one stance line that intersects the two stance lines. This device is located on the second line, and the ball is placed on the mat and the hole is placed on the tee. It may include a suitable platform designed to support it at an optimum level above the surface.

Using such mats, golf professionals can teach golf trainees specific skills and techniques. Or you can show the proper stance line corresponding to the iron, and also the essential Generally used by trainees when trying to practice without a trainee force You can also do that. Ball line allows you to connect the ball to woods, long irons, and short irons. Preferably, the ball has three pole positions corresponding to hitting with a ball.

According to a special feature of the invention, a flexible upright guide or design for use with the mat is provided. The guide is located above the mat surface and away from the ball line user. From the flat part adjacent to the side where the ball is located on the hole tee, extends across the hole line with its free end located between the user's foot and the hole line. Designed to extend into an arcuate section. In this way, the information will be sent to the club. It helps determine the optimal arcuate path for the club when approaching the ball. There is.

When the club is swung to hit the ball, if the club follows the correct arc ( If the ball is swung (so that it flies off along the ball line), the above guide will not make contact. It doesn't move. On the other hand, if the club or hole does not follow the intended flight path or line of flight. , if the club is swung along a path that is tilted toward the golfer, the club is The golfer hits the club head or the swing just before it makes contact with the ball. give a clear indication that the ball is too far away and the ball will swing inwards. I can do it. Conversely, if the swing or hole is at an acute angle to the intended flight path. When the club flies along the side of the flight path that is far from the golfer, the club You will be hitting the guide section directly adjacent to the initial section. Information is provided by the club. Golf trainees can easily move the ball to the left of its intended flight line without damaging it by hanging. It is very sensitive to whether you are hitting the ball to the side or to the right. As you can easily tell, I like that it's made of flexible, impact-resistant plastic/padding. Yes.

For example, a tee that passes through the guide part and the ball line part can be set against the ball line. The form of the guide which can be fixed in place constitutes a second separate feature of the invention. It can also be used independently of the mat described above.

Hereinafter, the present invention will be explained using examples with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is a plan view of one mat of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a plan view of a second embodiment, FIG. 3 is a plan view of the third embodiment; FIG. 4 is a plan view of the fourth embodiment, and FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the swing guide unit shown in plan view in FIG. 4.

In the diagrams, corresponding parts have the same reference numbers or the same reference numerals in each of the four implementations. has been done.

The device shown is a mat made of durable rubber or other slip-off material. There are two. The mats may include various markings, moldings or markings as described below. has been added. The mat has ribs on one or both sides that run parallel to the short side of the mat (see figure (not shown), easily rolled up for storage and easily laid flat for use. It is preferable that the Can it be sewn on the underside of the mat? secured using other methods such as burr fasteners, Attached with webbing strips to keep the mat rolled may be made to do so. In particularly favorable cases, strips or loops If desired, the mat can be hung flat on two quick hooks. I have to.

In another variant of the mat, the main body 2 of the mat is made of plastic with a surface simulating grass. Made of stick material. At that time, the club label and Stanstri Tsubusi A plastic label is a plastic label that can be welded or otherwise attached to the simulated grass. can be printed on.

The first marking is on the ball line 4 and is a strip of contrasting color near one short edge of the mat. When a golfer hits the ball with his or her feet on the mat itself, the ball is placed on the line. The desired flight line along which a golf ball will fly when placed on a suitable tee set It is intended to be a flight path or a line parallel to it. to ball line 4 Parallel, a series of numbers in groups of three or separated from each other at unequal distances. They are lined up. One of the groups of numbers uses either the golfer or the four throats. Where on the pole line should the golf ball or wood be placed? This is to indicate where it should be placed. Each number is a ma-so like red. is applied to the surface of mat 2 in a color that clearly contrasts with that of mat 2. related to number marked with the title ``Wood'' or in letters of the same color. obviously any style It can also be used with the characters . As for the other two groups, one group serves the long irons. The numbers are visually related to the wood, for example the numbers are yellow or contrasting. It is distinguished by printing on a background of a different color, and the title ``Iron'' is It is applied in a convenient permanent manner in close proximity to the number. Hit with a short iron When pitching, the position of the ball is determined by the remaining group, for example, other pairs such as beige. It is indicated by a number in a contrasting color and the associated title 'Iron' is It is also printed in black on a beige rectangular background. Letter "W" or short It is included in the iron location and the ball is on line 4 when trying to hit it with a wedge. It corresponds to where it is placed.

On the mat 2, 3 strips +2.14.16 are permanently placed.

The golfer places his toes on the axis of the strip 12 or the associated imaginary line 12a. Position them so that they are lined up. In a similar manner, golfers use long irons. When riding, use stance line 14 or a related imaginary line and a short iron. In this case, the strip 16 or the sub-strip 16a is used. In all cases, go The special lines or axes used to align the tips of Lufa's shoes are usually It can be determined empirically by Fa himself or with the help of experts.

As can be seen from Figure 1, the virtual strips are actually arranged sequentially from the axis of the main strip. It is a series of lines that diverge at increasing angles. Not shown in the diagram or in virtual lines Use a series of reference numbers, e.g. 1-6, to indicate that the golfer is using the #2 wood. so that you know that your feet should be aligned with the line 12-5 when may be made into

The distance of main stance lines 12-16 from line 4 is fixed and Corresponds to body position, but for shorter golfers, in front of each stance line; For taller or taller golfers, position their shoes further away from each stance line. Good. In all cases, the tip of the golfer's shoe is placed on a line parallel to each stance line. should be located a distance known by experiment and/or teaching from Ru. It is necessary to actually play golf and use a club to hit the ball, and This product is designed to teach or correct a golfer's stance when using a specific club. After Ming's device was used, golfers were able to visualize the ball line and their position on the ground. Draw your stance line and use your body and feet to strike the ball with practiced ease. It can be positioned so that it can be used.

In the embodiment of the invention shown in FIG. 2, the ball line 4 is placed in the mat of FIG. It exists in the same position. Slight changes make them noticeably different from each other and also matte 6.8.10 Each sub-item of the club shall be marked on a label having a different color that contrasts with the main green color of the club. The group number is placed there. Across the ball line 4, on both sides of the line A line of sight 22 extends perpendicular to the point. Each line runs in alignment with each number on the label and It tells you exactly where on the ball line the golf ball should be placed on the tee. Ru.

Aiming line 22 is defined as when the front of the club approaches and contacts the ball at each point on line 4. is useful for ensuring that the front of the club is always parallel to the line of sight 22. . When close to the club or ball and coming into focus, the golfer will focus on the club face and each line of sight. It is known that it is possible to detect the opening angle between This means that Go your club to reduce or eliminate the tendency to hook or slice. Helps improve your grip.

The main difference from Figure 1 is the stance line! 2.14.16 or adjustable be. For this purpose, each stance line is made of a strong material such as polymethyl methacrylate. Formed from a strip of tough plastic material, the strip has a white body and , a transparent edge portion 19 with a centerline 20 extending along the axis of the strip. ing. One end of the strip has a stud 23 or mat projecting from its underside. provided so that it can be inserted into any of the metal sockets 18 embedded in the material. It is. The sockets 18 are aligned perpendicular to the line 4 and are each marked for identification. Reference characters are placed along the socket. Text is used in the diagram. or, of course, numbers or other symbols could be used as well. Also, in the figure, each star The symbols associated with the sockets used in the socket strips are different from each other. or when a golfer uses a particular club, the stance strip or It is unlikely that there will be any confusion as to which Of course, it can also be used for stance strips.

Parallel to the line of the socket, a strip 21 of a color contrasting with the background color of the mat is placed. ing. There is a series of marks or references on the strip 21.

If a mark is used, the mark is uniquely identified and the socket 18 line and strip 21 to act as a coordinate system, which coordinate system allows the strip 21 to Make sure that Trip 16 is in the exact same position on the mat surface as the previous ball. A series of symbols are marked along the strip to be repositioned. mosquito For example, if a golfer uses a 6-iron, the golfer may Depending on the instruction, socket 8 on the right side of strip or strip 16 and mark 4 on the left side is positioned so that one's shoe cuts into the strip 16 when extending between the Players in the nines will discover that when using a 6-iron, I made a note in my notebook that the coordinates of stance strip 16 are A4. You can leave it there. When using each golf club, the golfer must use three stripes. You can create a search table for all locations in the list.

In the stance strip 12.14, each socket 18 is designed for right-handed golfers. on the left side of the case mat, and each reference strip 21 on the right side.

The socket 18 may be in the form of a hollow rivet extending through the body of the mat material. In that case, the rebeyh will also form a series of sockets on the other side of the mat. are doing.

In all cloaks of the invention, the marks illustrated may also be reapplied on other sides of the cloak. This is arranged to accommodate left-handed golfers. like this , the sockets on the wrong side J of the mat should be It is often ignored by golfers because it shows that it is not used well. The socket line of It should be obvious.

Instead of using a Statu F-socket pivot connection, the weight-bearing surface of the Pine Y. The underside of the majority length of each strip may be covered with a flexible loop layer of fibers. These two fibers are coated with hook-like fibers and are commercially available under the trademark Velcro. This allows the bar to act as a bonding material in commercially available formats. this place In this case, the line of socket 18 is replaced by a line of reference symbol similar to line 21 of FIG. clearly indicate where each end of the stance strip should be placed. Stoli After the strip or mat is aligned with the reference marks at both ends, the top of the strip or mat is is pressed down by the golfer's foot, embedding the hook firmly within the loop layer fibers. , thus making the stance strip more comfortable for the golfer to hit the hole. It is held firmly in place against the forces of the foot or accidental attempts to displace it.

In another embodiment, not shown, the mat 2 is provided with a Three pairs of mutually parallel strips of loop layer fibers are fixed. each stun The strip has two patches of hook layer fabric fixed to its underside, each strip having two patches of hook layer fabric fixed to its underside. fixed to each pair of stance strips or loop layer strips; at a desired angle to the ball line and a selected distance # apart from the gland. It is designed to extend.

Instead, the mat is physically or conceptually divided into square sections, and all parts of the mat are When playing, use the striker to mark the toe line of the golfer whose height and stance are known. Sold along with a search table showing the coordinates of where it should be located on either end of the lip. be done. The two points or areas displayed in the search table are identified or marked, and each The marks on the trip should be aligned with the two points before the strip is pressed into place. for use by golfers of different heights and/or stances. When repositioning is required, the strip can be removed from said position.

Are the mats sold with a search chart created by the manufacturer or the golfer Create your own search table based on recommendations from club professionals and/or your own experience. That's preferable.

When using the device of the invention, the golfer selects a particular club and Position the ball on a suitable support placed on line 4 aligned with the corresponding marking . Golfers should at least wear stance strips that are compatible with the clubs they use. place on the mat. The golfer may attach both ends of the strip to his own or the manufacturer's Align and position the two points specified in the search table, then attach the stance strip. Press firmly into that position. The golfer then places his feet on the mat and stands. the appropriate distance from and position relative to the strip. Nature stance or shorter than the length of each stance strip, the foot is placed an equal distance from each end.

For average-sized golfers, the tip of the shoe should be on the centerline of each stance strip. placed in When a golfer stands at the ball-striking position, the head of the golf club touches the tee. A modified tee having a bent foot is attached to a loop in which the hook layer fibers extend along line 4. This is carried out by interlocking strips of fibers.

Pole wire 4 is also used to improve bat action. golfer plays the ball Place your foot on the line and adjust the position of your foot relative to the line so that when you hit the ball, the ball will fly along the line. Adjust until it looks like this. Perhaps when this action occurs, the Can be used as stance strips or used as butter if The golfer's feet are positioned relative to the stance strip so that the coordinates are also in effect. It would be possible.

In the mat configuration shown in Figure 3, the ball is loaded using one of the regular clubs. If so, it is simply placed on one of the three positions. Each of these positions is perpendicular to line 4 It is displayed by a rectangular area 24 extending to . Each area 24 has a pair of hajges or ponds. It is associated with a contrasting colored label 30, on which the ball area 24 and a point are shown. The number and type of club used when placed at the intersection of ball line 4 is marked. Each area 24 has a cross section as described above in connection with the previous embodiment. It has a color associated with a special subgroup of love, which gives a strong visual impression to golfers. Line 4 is left as white for the sake of clarity.

Similarly, the reference line 26 has a color that contrasts with the visible surface of the matte 2, and each area 24 has a line It extends perpendicular to 4. Line 26 is used as a guide to the center line or center ball position 32. Line 4 is slightly longer to work or not reduce the visual impact of line 4. It ends at the front.

The main difference with the previous two embodiments is that a single stance strike is used regardless of the club. Lip or being used. Stance strips in other embodiments There are two rows on the mat surface so that it can be positioned anywhere within the possible position range. A patch 28 is provided. The bottom surface of both ends of the stance strip 12 has hooks. It is covered with a patch 29 of layered fibers. The strip 12 is at the desired corner with the pole wire 4. stance strips 12 to ensure that they extend the appropriate distance apart. of the patch 28 in order to place it so that it is in contact with and pressed against the edges of the patches in each row. Each line has reference markings along the line. In the figure, strip 12 has coordinates C 5.

A method of retaining the strips on the mat against accidental displacement is part of the subject matter of the invention. does not constitute. In all embodiments, hollow rivets and studs are Can be replaced by black fastener. The strip 12 has a stud on one end and a screw on the other end. It has a Lucuro batch, which cooperates with a row of rivets and a row of patches, respectively. Good too.

Regardless of the golfer or the club he uses, right-handed golfers tend to strike the toes of his left foot. 12, and place the shoe so that the inside of the shoe is cut along the leftmost reference line 26. that time, Place your right foot in the area of the mat surface that corresponds to your stance width depending on the club you are using. The toe will be cut into strips 12 and placed.

Mats are expected to be sold by or through professional golfers. It will be done. Use of look-up tables when educating beginners using such a professional or mat can be omitted. Instead, professionals adjust the beginner's foot position according to the club being used. This can be adjusted practically. When the stance strip is adjusted, its Coordinates at both ends or recorded in a personal lookup table, the strip position changes from club to club. It will also probably be changed for each golfer and reattached to the mat later.

In Fig. 4.5, Fig. 4 is a plan view of still another form of the pine l- of the present invention. Ru. The mat is basically a simulated lawn (e.g. sold under the registered trademark Asto A Lawn). It consists of a rectangular area (with grass). as shown near the top edge of the mat. As such, the inserted white strip defines the desired flight line of the hole. vinegar The trip is inserted onto the mat from the top of the plastic [grass j], and the base of the mat itself It has three holes 40 that align with the holes in the board.

Similarly, three short labels 42 are inserted into the simulated grass and used in conjunction with holes 40. Appropriate labeling (not shown) is provided to identify the label. Thus, for example, the left hand The labels on the center and right hand labels read 1.2.3 and 5. The irons are labeled with the appropriate numbers and the long and short irons.

As shown, three insert white strips 44 extend vertically in alignment with each hole. ing. These strips are also plastic strips inserted into the “grass”. and is attached or welded to the base material of the simulated lawn mat.

Two strips 46, 48 are inserted along opposite side edges of the mat, each strip Letters and numbers as shown are written on the lip.

Thus, all the marks on the mat described above are recessed from the top of the "grass" of the mat. There is.

This structure consists of the top surface of a simulated plastic grass mat or a substantially upright strip or It is particularly elegant because it is made up of the ends of a set of hairs. This way The curved surface also creates high friction against people standing on the mat and objects placed on it. It has a certain aspect. In this example, the stance line or the top of the mat can be easily If determined by the bar 50 placed at . The bar 50 has a cross section consisting of a slightly arcuate base and an upright rib thereon. It is preferable to do so. The edge of the base mentioned above is very slightly embedded in the surface of the simulated lawn. Once the strip is placed in place by the user, the bar cannot be moved. make them resist. As mentioned above, the way the strip is placed depends on whether the golfer uses Performed according to the recommendations of a professor who has considered the particular club and the golfer's height and build. It will be done. In FIG. 4, the position of bar 50 is simply designated as 05.

The mat can be used or swung as shown in the top view of Figure 4 and the perspective view of Figure 5. They work together with indicators that help them.

The indicator receives a base member 60 having an aperture 60 and a swing indicator strip described below. It consists of a short mounting rail 63. The base member 60 has a hinge connection at 61. It can be folded to a convenient size to hold inside the rolled mat. You can either place it under the mat and hold it firmly in place. It is preferable that the level is as shown in the figure. In use, hole 62 is one of holes 40. When aligned and the mat is assembled, the teeth inserted through holes 62 and 40 The movement of the strip in the direction of movement parallel to the slip I-slip 4 is prevented by the There is. The holes 62 are elongated and are located next to the mounting rail 63 or the top edge of the mat as shown in FIG. Position the swing guide member so that it is in contact with or slightly apart from the top edge. I can do it. around the axis of the tee passing through hole 62 if slightly separated. Some rotational movement is allowed.

The mounting rail 63 is preferably made of a tough transparent plastic material, most conveniently Strips of tough polycarbonate material, such as those sold under the Refsan trademark. A guide blade 64, which is a guide blade, is mounted. As can be seen, the guide blade 64 A straight part with a rail 65 that is press-fitted into the rail 63 and a ring 65 are fitted into the rail 63. When it is, there is an arcuate portion extending beyond the base $60. The arc portion of the blade 66 is extending above the surface of mat 2, across the edge of the mat, and curving across strip 4; are doing. The arcuate portion 66 is arranged so that the club is placed on a tee fitted into one of the holes 40. shaped to match the intended path of the club head as it approaches the pole. has been done.

When in use, the swing guide can be adjusted as desired by the user or in any special case. whether the club is swung along the path of ), or the idea that the swing passes through the user vertically. The shaft was slightly rotated clockwise as shown in Figure 4. (In that case, the end of the blade 64 adjacent to the rail 65 is collided with the club head. ), or slightly counterclockwise (in which case the arc This will give an easily detectable indication of the type of blade 66 being struck). This is a messenger Provides an easy visual indication of whether the user's swing was correct or not.

The swing guide shown in Figure 5 is particularly suitable for use with the mat shown in Figure 4. Or, in fact, simply position the tee through hole 62 without using a mat. It is also possible to use the base by fixing it to the ground or floor using an appropriate method. be understood.

In the present invention, when a golfer places his feet against a pole, the mat of the present invention is conceptually The pole shown in the image above can be positioned to suit the club used to hit the ball. You can see that they provide mats.

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DK, ES, FR, GB, GR, IE, IT, LU, MC, NL, PT, S E), AU, CA, JP, US (72) Inventor Haynes, Major, Robert UK 123 E.D., Deepbon, Gyton, Beer; Priority list (no street address)

Claims (14)

[Claims] 1. A device for teaching or correcting a golfer's stance when hitting a golf ball and has a sufficient area to accommodate both of the golfer's feet when in ball-striking position. The mat has a variety of balls aligned with the intended flight line of the golf ball. The ball line containing the ball position is marked and the ball line is marked with a specific weight or number. A golf ball should be placed along the ball line when hit by a golf club. The mat is connected to a reference point indicating the ball position, and when the mat moves away from the ball line and the ball device having means for determining at least one stance line forming an acute angle with the stance line; . 2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the mats are adjustably secured to each other. It consists of two parts, one part is equipped with a ball line and the other part is equipped with a ball line. device having at least one stance line. 3. In the apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, there are three wires on the mat. stance lines exist, and the end stance lines are placed at various distances from the ball line. Devices extending at various angles to the line. 4. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein each stance line is located at a predetermined point on the mat. such that it can be removably fixed on one side of the mat so as to extend between the points. equipment. 5. The apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the go The ball position on the ball line when Rufa uses a wood is different from when he uses an iron. A device that is visually distinct from the ball's position when it is played. 6. A device according to claim 5, corresponding to a lower numbered iron. The ball position is visually distinct from the ball position corresponding to the higher numbered iron. equipment that is being used. 7. Claim 3 and any one of the claims dependent thereon In the device, end stance lines are A device that has a visual indication of the stance line as well as a number. 8. The device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, The ball line is the short width of a mat with a base of rubber or similar flexible material. the ball line is visible from other areas of the mat and from each stance line. Visually distinct devices. 9. Claim 4 and any one of the claims dependent thereon In the apparatus, the end strip constituting the stance line is connected to the exposed surface of the strip. A backing of material that can be removably fastened to the surface layer of the mat by applying force to A device that has a batter layer. 10. In the device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, The ball line is crossed by a plurality of aiming lines extending perpendicularly to the ball line. , the line of sight is visually distinct from the ball line, and the line of sight is visually distinct from the ball line due to the head of the golf club. A device that serves as an orientation guide. 11. Claim 4 and any one of the claims dependent thereon In the apparatus, the mats are arranged in a series of longitudinal lines associated with each stance line. each stance strip has a stud projecting from one end thereof. and said stud is fitted into one of said sockets and serves as a pivot point for the strip. A device that has come to work. 12. In the device according to any one of claims 1 to 11, , one end of the stance strip into the mat area where the stance line is adjustable A strip of releasable fastening material is attached and engageable with the fastening strip. A device in which the trip extends approximately perpendicular to the ball line. 13. 13. The apparatus of claim 12, wherein each region comprises a releasable fastener. It has a pair of parallel strips to which binding material is fixed, thus each stance The end of the trip is fixed at any location along the length of said fastening strip, A fastening strip is arbitrarily selected relative to the axis of the ball wire between the pair of fastening strips. device adapted to extend at a selected angle. 14. For example, the device according to any one of claims 1 to 13. A golf swing guide device used in combination, the guide device being a base member and The flexible surface is located above the mat surface and the user can located adjacent to the ball line at approximately the location of the ball on the tee on the side away from From the plane part, cross the ball line, with its free end between the user's foot and the ball line. A guide device configured to extend into an arcuate portion extending to locate.