Numerous companies develop different Pool training balls for the game of Pool. The pool training ball systems that are out there mostly use one or two balls that help players aim shots. In this article, we review some of those products and how they work.
The main training balls that are sold for the game of Pool and what some people call Billiards are the Jim Rempe Training Billiards ball, the Aiming by the Numbers system, and the CutShots aim training system (our product).
Jim Rempe Pool Training Cue Ball
The Jim Rempe training ball is a cue ball that has a graphical design showing the locations players need to hit to make certain types of shots. The ball was developed by Jim Rempe, a professional pool player, and is geared toward teaching players how to put a spin on the ball. The ball comes with a 56-page manual that helps players learn the different ways to hit the ball for certain spins. Sidespin, topspin, backspin, and other cue ball control methods are covered.
One area that is not fully covered with the Jim Rempe Pool training ball is the actual aiming of the ball into the pocket. Since the cue ball does not cover that area, it is good for learning how to incorporate advanced playing techniques into your game. English, draw, and other spin methods can be learned with the ball.
The billiards training ball is made by Aramith, the world’s leading manufacturer of training balls. All of the balls covered here are Aramith manufactured balls. Aramith’s pool balls are considered to be the best quality pool balls on the market.
Aiming by The Numbers Pool Aim Training System
Aiming by The Numbers is a two-ball pool training system that is manufactured by Aramith. The set contains a cue ball and an object ball. The pool balls have numbers that are placed on the equator and are used to help line up shots. Included with the set is a 64-page manual that teaches players how to use the system. In addition, table cards with the numbers on them, and pocket guides are included.
The Aiming by the Numbers system is a good way to learn how to aim shots; however, it can become complicated due to the learning curve that is required to understand the system.
CutShots Pool Training Ball
The CutShots aim training system is a newer product that is manufactured by Aramith also. It uses the CutShots Method which is a new and easy way to aim shots. All players have to do is spot, spot, shift, and then shoot. A concept called equal and opposite is used, which allows pool players to use three easy steps to make any cut shot.
The CutShots system comes with a training cue ball and one or more object balls. The balls have a patented pattern on them that helps players see the spots that need to be hit. Pool and billiards players simply find the spot that would sink the object ball into the pocket, if it were hit directly with the cue. The player then moves to the cue ball and finds the spot that is on the opposite side (mirror image). From that spot, the player then shifts to the center of the cue and takes the shot. The result is that the ball will be hit at the right angle that will sink the shots. The shapes on the ball help pool players to remember the location of the spots. See the spots, sink the shots. It’s that simple.
CutShots is the simplest training pool ball system on the market. You don’t need multi-page manuals to understand how to master the method. Most players can be up and running in 15 minutes. To learn more about how CutShots works, visit our learning page.
The Jim Rempe training ball, Aiming by the Numbers pool training system, and the CutShots Pool Aim Training system are the main pool/billiard training balls available. Jim Rempe and the Aiming by the Numbers sets come with a manual that is 56 to 64 pages long. CutShots, on the other hand, has a simple instruction booklet and can be learned with our 7-minute video.