Patent Publication Number: US-2021180313-A1

Title: Portable Training Studio

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION(S) 
     This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 17/023,897, filed Sep. 17, 2020, which claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/902,105, filed Sep. 18, 2019, the entire disclosures of which are hereby incorporated by reference. 
    
    
     TECHNICAL FIELD 
     The present disclosure relates generally to training studios and, more specifically, to portable gyms. 
     BACKGROUND 
     Portable training studios (e.g., gyms) are generally accessible and widely available to the community. While there have been advancements in recent years relating to the format, style, and culture of conventional training studios, gyms are still, in large part, brick and mortar facilities. A need thus remains for a training studio that offers the benefits of a traditional setting while adding the convenience and flexibility associated with portability. 
     SUMMARY 
     In one aspect of the present disclosure, a portable training studio is disclosed. The portable training studio includes an expandable structure that is reconfigurable between a transport configuration and a use configuration. The expandable structure includes: a frame; a first door that is pivotably connected to the frame such that the first door is movable between an open position and a closed position; and a first deck that is pivotably connected to the frame such that the first deck is movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, the frame may include: a roof; a base that supports the roof; and end walls that extend between the roof and the base. 
     In certain embodiments, the frame may further include a side wall that is positioned opposite to the first door such that the side wall extends between the roof and the base. 
     In certain embodiments, the end walls and the side wall may each be fixed in relation to the base. 
     In certain embodiments, the first deck may be pivotably connected to the frame such that the first deck is positioned inwardly of the first door when the expandable structure is in the transport configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, the first door may be reconfigurable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, the first door may include a first panel and a second panel that is slidably connected to the first panel such that the second panel is movable in relation to the first panel during reconfiguration of the first door between the collapsed configuration and the expanded configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, the second panel may be telescopically connected to the first panel such that the second panel is movable along an axis that extends in generally orthogonal relation to a longitudinal axis of the door. 
     In certain embodiments, the frame may further include a second door that is positioned opposite to the first door and a second deck that is positioned opposite to the first deck. 
     In certain embodiments, the second door may be pivotably connected to the frame such that the second door is movable between an open position and a closed position. 
     In certain embodiments, the second deck may be pivotably connected to the frame such that the second deck is movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, the second door may be generally identical to the first door. 
     In certain embodiments, the second deck may be generally identical to the first deck. 
     In another aspect of the present disclosure, a portable training studio is disclosed. The portable training studio includes an expandable structure that is reconfigurable between a transport configuration and a use configuration. The expandable structure includes a frame and a door that is pivotably connected to the frame such that the door is movable between an open position and a closed position. The door defines a longitudinal axis and includes: a first panel; a second panel that is movably connected to the first panel such that the door is reconfigurable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration; and a tensioning mechanism that is connected to the door. The tensioning mechanism extends along the longitudinal axis of the door to inhibit deflection of the door in the expanded configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, the tensioning mechanism may include a support having a first end connected to a first end region of the door and a second end connected to a second end region of the door. 
     In certain embodiments, the support may apply a force to the door that is directed outwardly away from a centerline of the door. 
     In certain embodiments, the expandable structure may further include a drive mechanism that is connected to the door to move the door between the open position and the closed position. 
     In certain embodiments, the drive mechanism may include an extender that extends between the frame and a first end region of the door. 
     In certain embodiments, the extender may be slidably connected to the door. 
     In another aspect of the present disclosure, a method for operating a portable training studio is disclosed that includes reconfiguring an expandable structure from a transport configuration to a use configuration by moving a door that is pivotably connected to a frame of the expandable structure from a closed position to an open position and by moving a deck that is pivotably connected to the frame from a closed configuration to an open configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, the method may further include moving the door from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration. 
     In certain embodiments, moving the door from the collapsed configuration to the expanded configuration may include telescopically moving a first section of the door in relation to a second section of the door. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       The present disclosure is best understood from the following detailed description when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It is emphasized that, according to common practice, the various features of the drawings may not be to scale. On the contrary, the dimensions of the various features may be arbitrarily expanded or reduced for clarity. 
         FIG. 1  is an end, perspective view of a portable training studio in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure shown in a transport configuration. 
         FIG. 2  is an end, perspective view of the portable training studio during movement from the transport configuration into a use configuration. 
         FIG. 3A  is an end, cross-sectional view of the portable training studio shown in the transport configuration. 
         FIG. 3B  is an end, cross-sectional view of an alternate embodiment of the portable training studio shown in the transport configuration. 
         FIG. 4  is an end, cross-sectional view of the portable training studio with a door of the portable training studio shown in an open position and in a collapsed configuration and with a deck of the portable training studio shown in a closed configuration. 
         FIG. 5  is an end, cross-sectional view of the portable training studio with the door shown in the open position and in the collapsed configuration and with the deck shown during movement from the closed configuration to an open configuration. 
         FIG. 6  is an end, cross-sectional view of the portable training studio shown in the use configuration with the door shown in the open position and in an expanded configuration and with the deck shown in the open configuration. 
         FIG. 7  is a partial, perspective view of the door showing a tensioning mechanism configured to inhibit deflection of the door in the expanded configuration. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
     The present disclosure relates to portable training studios (e.g., gyms) and associated methods of use and operation. The portable training studio described herein includes an expandable structure that is reconfigurable between a transport configuration (e.g., during movement of the training studio between locations) and a use configuration. The expandable structure includes: a frame; a reconfigurable door; and a reconfigurable deck. The door is pivotably connected to the frame so as to allow for movement between an open position and a closed position and the deck is pivotably connected to the frame so as to allow for movement between an open configuration and a closed configuration. 
     In addition to being movable between the open and closed positions, the door is reconfigurable between collapsed and expanded configurations via sliding (e.g., telescopic) movement of one panel of the door in relation to another, which increases the footprint and the effective training area of the portable training studio to accommodate an increased number of users. To inhibit (if not entirely prevent) deflection of the door in the expanded configuration, in certain embodiments, the door may include a tensioning mechanism that is configured to apply an outwardly-directed force (e.g., a force that is directed away from a centerline of the door and towards opposite (front and rear) end regions of the door). For example, the tensioning mechanism may include a cable that is connected to the opposite end regions of the door and a tensioner (e.g., a winch, a ratchet mechanism, etc.) that is connected to the cable so as to pull the opposite end regions of the door away from each other to thereby inhibit (if not entirely prevent) sagging in the door. 
     Referring now to the drawings,  FIGS. 1-7  illustrate a portable training studio  10  (e.g., a gym  12 ) according to the principles of the present disclosure. In various embodiments, it is envisioned that the studio  10  may itself be configured as a vehicle or, alternatively, that the studio  10  may be configured for connection to a vehicle (e.g., to a truck, a trailer, etc.). 
     The studio  10  includes an expandable structure  100  defining an axial length L ( FIG. 1 ) that is measured along a first (longitudinal) axis X; a width W that is measured along a second axis Y that is transverse (e.g., orthogonal) in relation to the first axis X; and a height H that is measured along a third axis Z that is transverse (e.g., orthogonal) in relation to the first axis X and the second axis Y. As discussed in further detail below, the studio  10  is reconfigurable between a transport (first, initial) configuration ( FIG. 1 ), in which the expandable structure  100  defines a width Wi, and a use (second, subsequent) configuration ( FIG. 6 ), in which the expandable structure  100  defines a width Wii. For example, it is envisioned that, in the transport configuration, the width Wi may lie substantially within the range of (approximately) 6 feet to (approximately) 10 feet, and that in the use configuration, the width Wii may lie substantially within the range of (approximately) 24 feet to (approximately) 30 feet. It should be appreciated, however, that widths Wi, Wii outside these ranges would not be beyond the scope of the present disclosure (e.g., depending upon the intended occupancy of the studio  10 ). 
     The expandable structure  100  includes a frame  200  as well as a (first) door  300  and a (first) deck  400  ( FIG. 2 ), each which is pivotable in relation to the frame  200 . It is envisioned that the expandable structure  100  (and the components thereof) may include any suitable material or combination of materials. For example, it is envisioned that the frame  200 , the door  300 , and the deck  400  may include (e.g., may be formed partially or entirely from) one or more metallic materials (e.g., steel, aluminum, titanium, etc.) and/or one or more non-metallic materials (e.g., plastic(s), polymer(s), carbon fiber, 3-D printed material, etc.). 
     The frame  200  includes: a base (floor)  202  ( FIG. 3A ); a roof  204  that is supported by the base  202 ; a pair of end walls  206  (e.g., respective front and rear end walls  206   f ,  206   r  ( FIG. 1 )); and a side wall  208  that is positioned opposite to the door  300 . The end walls  206  and the side wall  208  are supported by (e.g., are fixed in relation to) the base  202  and extend between the base  202  and the roof  204 . 
     As seen in  FIG. 1 , in certain embodiments, the frame  200  may be configured so as to include (or otherwise provide) one or more bins  210 , which may be configured and/or utilized as lockers, towel stations, equipment drawers, or in any other suitable or desired manner. In the illustrated embodiment, for example, the bin(s)  210  are supported beneath the base  202 . It should be appreciated, however, that alternate locations for the bin(s)  210  would not be beyond the scope of the present disclosure. It is also envisioned that the expandable structure  100  (e.g., the frame  200 ) may incorporate a network of cables, wires, etc., to support the installation of speakers, televisions, a Wi-Fi network, charging stations, etc. 
     In the particular embodiment of the studio  10  shown throughout the figures, the base  202 , the roof  204 , the end walls  206 , the side wall  208 , the door  300 , and the deck  400  are configured and arranged such that the expandable structure  100  includes a generally rectangular (transport) configuration. It should be appreciated, however, that the specific configuration of the expandable structure  100  may be altered in various embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. 
     In certain embodiments of the present disclosure, it is envisioned that the roof  204  may include one or more solar panels  212  ( FIG. 1 ) to provide power to various systems and components of the studio  10 . In such embodiments, the number, size, and location of the solar panel(s)  212  may be customized based upon the power requirements of the studio  10 . It is further envisioned that the power generated by the solar panel(s)  212  may be stored in one or more batteries  214  (or other such suitable storage units). 
     The door  300  is pivotably connected to the frame  200  (opposite to the side wall  208  ( FIGS. 1, 3A )) at one or more (upper) pivot locations Pu ( FIGS. 2, 4 ), which allows for movement of the door  300  between a closed position ( FIGS. 1, 3A ), in which the door  300  extends (generally) vertically in (generally) parallel relation to the height H of the expandable structure  100  (and the axis Y), and an open position ( FIGS. 2, 4 ), in which the door  300  extends (generally) horizontally in (generally) parallel relation to the width W of the expandable structure  100  (and the axis Z). To facilitate movement of the door  300  between the closed position and the open position, the expandable structure  100  includes a drive mechanism  302  ( FIG. 2 ) that extends between the frame  200  and the door  300 . More specifically, in the illustrated embodiment, the drive mechanism  302  includes a (first) extender  304   i  that is located adjacent (connected) to a (front, first) end region  306   f  of the door  300  and a (second) extender  304   ii  that is located adjacent (connected) to a (rear, second) end region  306   r  of the door  300 , each of which is illustrated as a shock absorber  308  (pneumatic, hydraulic, etc.). It should be appreciated, however, that the particular number, location, and/or configuration of the extender(s)  304  may be varied in alternate embodiments without departing from the scope of the present disclosure (e.g., depending upon the specific weight of the door  300 ). 
     In certain embodiments, such as that seen in  FIG. 2 , it is envisioned that the extender(s)  304  may include a foot  310  that is movable (e.g., slidable) in relation to the door  300 . For example, the door  300  may include (define) a channel  312  (e.g., a recess, an opening, etc.) that is configured to receive the foot  310  such that the foot  310  is movable through the channel  312  in (generally) parallel relation to the axis Y as the door  300  moves between the closed position and the open position. 
     The door  300  includes a (first) door panel (section)  314   i  and a (second) door panel (section)  314   ii  that is movable in relation to the (first) door panel  314   i . In the illustrated embodiment, for example, the door panels  314   i ,  314   ii  are connected to each other in a telescopic arrangement that allows the door panel  314   ii  to slide in relation to the door panel  314   i , which facilitates reconfiguration of the door  300  between a collapsed (first, initial) configuration, in which the door  300  defines a (first) width WDoi ( FIG. 4 ) that (generally) approximates the height H of the expandable structure  100 , and an expanded (second, subsequent) configuration, in which the door  300  defines a (second) width WDoii ( FIG. 6 ) that exceeds the height H of the expandable structure  100 . More specifically, the door panel  314   ii  is movable in relation to the door panel  314   i  along an axis of movement MDo that extends in (generally) parallel relation to the width WDo of the door  300  and in (generally) orthogonal relation to a length LDo ( FIG. 2 ) of the door  300  (and a (longitudinal) axis XDo thereof). 
     The height H of the studio  10  is limited by various regulations that are imposed on movable vehicles, which also necessarily limits the width WDoi of the door  300  in the collapsed configuration (e.g., when the studio is being transported). The multi-panel construction of the door  300 , however, allows the effective training area A ( FIG. 6 ) (footprint) provided by the studio  10  in the use configuration to be suitably increased. For example, upon movement of the door  300  into the expanded configuration, the width W of the expandable structure  100  may be extended by (approximately) 14 feet to (approximately) 24 feet, as discussed above. It should be appreciated, however, that the dimensions of the door panel  314   i  and/or the door panel  314   ii  may be varied as necessary or desired to further alter the effective training area A provided by the studio  10  in the use configuration. 
     In the illustrated embodiment, the door panel  314   ii  is slidable into and out of a cavity  316  ( FIGS. 3A, 4 ) defined by the door panel  314   i  such that the door panel  314   ii  is (at least partially) positioned within the door panel  314   i  when the door  300  is in the collapsed configuration. It is envisioned, however, that the door panel  314   ii  may also be located externally of the door panel  314   i . For example, the door panel  314   ii  may be slidable along an outer surface  318   i  of the door panel  314   i  or along an inner surface  318   i  of the door panel  314   i . To facilitate movement of the door panel  314   ii  in relation to the door panel  314   i , it is envisioned that the door panels  314   i ,  314   ii  may include any suitable structure, such as, for example, a rail system, guides, telescoping rods, etc. 
     As seen in  FIG. 2 , for example, the expandable structure  100  includes one or more control mechanisms  500  that are supported by the frame  200  and connected to the door  300  so as to facilitate movement of the door  300  between the collapsed configuration and the expanded configuration. Depending upon the particular configuration of the control mechanism(s)  500  and the door panels  314   i ,  314   ii , it is envisioned that the control mechanism(s)  500  may act upon either or both of the door panels  314   i ,  314   ii . The control mechanism(s)  500  may include any structures and components suitable for the intended purpose of expanding the door  300  in the manner described herein. For example, it is envisioned that the control mechanism(s)  500  may include a motor  502  ( FIG. 5 ) and an actuator  504  that is driven by the motor  502 . In various embodiments, it is envisioned that the actuator  504  may be configured for linear movement (e.g., extension and retraction) such that operation of the motor  502  drives the actuator  504  and, thus, the door panel  314   ii , laterally outward (e.g., away from the frame  200 ). Alternatively, it is envisioned that the actuator  504  may include a threaded (screw-type) configuration such that rotation of the actuator  504  by the motor  502  is translated into lateral motion of the door panel  314   ii.    
     Although shown as including a pair (e.g., first and second) control mechanism(s)  500   i ,  500   ii  that are spaced axially from each other along the length L of the expandable structure  100  in the particular embodiment of the studio  10  shown throughout the figures, it should be appreciated that the particular number, location, and/or configuration of the control mechanism(s)  500  may be varied without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. For example, depending upon the specific weight of the door  300  (e.g., the door panels  314   i ,  314   ii ), it is envisioned that the studio  10  may include a single control mechanism  500  only. 
     To inhibit (if not entirely prevent) deflection of the door  300  in the expanded configuration, in certain embodiments, such as that illustrated throughout the figures, the door  300  includes a tensioning mechanism  320  ( FIGS. 2, 7 ). The tensioning mechanism  320  applies a force F ( FIG. 2 ) to the door  300  that is directed outwardly (e.g., away from a centerline C ( FIG. 1 ) of the door  300 ) and towards opposing (front and rear) end regions  322   f ,  322   r  thereof along the longitudinal axis XDo. The force F counteracts sagging in the door  300  that may otherwise result from the cantilevered orientation of the door panels  314  when the door  300  is in the open and expanded configurations. 
     The tensioning mechanism  320  extends along the (longitudinal) axis XDo of the door  300  and includes a support  324 . In the illustrated embodiment, the support  324  includes one or more cables  326  with opposing (front and rear) ends  328   f ,  328   r  that are configured for connection to the opposing (front and rear) end regions  322   f ,  322   r  of the door  300  (e.g., the door panel  314   i ), respectively. In alternate embodiments, however, it is envisioned that the configuration of the support  324  may be varied without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. For example, it is envisioned that the support  324  may include one or more (flexible) straps, chain(s), (rigid) rods, etc. The ends  328   f ,  328   r  of the cable(s)  326  include retainers  330  (e.g., hooks, claps, clamps, etc.) that are configured for engagement with (connection to) eyelets  332  that are fixedly connected (e.g., welded) to the door  300 . 
     It is envisioned that the support  324  may be pre-tensioned (e.g., during assembly of door  300 ) or, alternatively, that the tensioning mechanism  320  may include a tensioner  334  ( FIG. 2 ) that is connected to the support  324  so as to apply and/or vary tension in the support  324  as necessary. In such embodiments, the tensioner  334  may include any structure or mechanism suitable for the intended purpose of applying the aforementioned force F to the door  300  including, for example, a winch, a ratchet mechanism, etc. 
     To further inhibit (if not entirely prevent) deflection of the door  300 , and/or reduce the load on the drive mechanism  302 , the studio  10  may also include one or more removable support columns  336  ( FIG. 6 ) that are configured to support the door  300  in the open position. In such embodiments, it is envisioned that the support columns  336  may be configured for connection to the door  300  and/or the deck  400  in any suitable manner such as, for example, via the use of bolts or other such mechanical fasteners. 
     With continued reference to  FIGS. 1-7 , the deck  400  will be discussed. In combination with the base  202 , the deck  400  provides a platform P ( FIG. 6 ) in the training area A that supports users during use of the studio  10 . To improve the user experience, in various embodiments of the present disclosure, it is envisioned that the platform P (e.g., the base  202  and/or the deck  400 ) may include one or more shock absorbing materials such as, for example, an overlay that includes rubber, foam padding, etc. 
     The deck  400  is positioned inwardly of the door  300  (e.g., closer to a geometrical center of the expandable structure  100 ) when the expandable structure  100  is in the transport configuration, which reduces the spatial requirements of the deck  400  and the door  300  and allows for an overall reduction in the width Wi of the expandable structure  100  in the transport configuration. To further reduce spatial requirements, it is envisioned that the door  300  and/or the frame  200  may include a recess, a cavity, a chamber, a cutout, a notch, or the like, that is configured to receive the deck  400  when the expandable structure  100  is in the transport configuration such that the deck  400  nests within the door  300  and/or the frame  200 . 
     The deck  400  is pivotably connected to the frame  200  (opposite to the side wall  208 ) at one or more (lower) pivot locations P 1  ( FIGS. 2, 4 ), which allows for reconfiguration of the deck  400  between a closed (first, initial, collapsed) configuration ( FIGS. 3A, 4 ), in which the deck  400  extends (generally) vertically in (generally) parallel relation to the height H of the expandable structure  100  (and the axis Y), and an open (second, subsequent, expanded) configuration ( FIG. 6 ), in which the deck  400  extends (generally) horizontally in (generally) parallel relation to the width W of the expandable structure  100  (and the axis Z). To facilitate movement of the deck  400  between the closed position and the open configuration, the deck  400  may be (removably) connectable to the control mechanism(s)  500  discussed above in connection with the door  300  via one or more leads  402  ( FIG. 2 ) (e.g., cables, wires, chain, straps, etc.). Alternatively, it is envisioned that the studio may include one or more (first) control mechanism(s)  500  that are configured for connection to the door  300  and one or more discrete (second) control mechanism(s)  500  that are configured for connection to the deck  400 . Upon deployment (unfolding) of the deck  400  (e.g., when the deck  400  is in the open configuration), it is envisioned that the lead(s)  402  may be disconnected from the deck  400  and retracted (or otherwise stowed) so as not to interfere with use of the studio  10 . 
     As mentioned above, while the studio  10  is shown as including a pair of control mechanism(s)  500   i ,  500   ii  in the particular embodiment of the studio  10  shown throughout the figures, it should be appreciated that the particular number, location, and/or configuration of the control mechanism(s)  500  may be varied without departing from the scope of the present disclosure (e.g., depending upon the specific weight of the deck  400 ). 
     The deck  400  includes a (first) deck panel (section)  404   i  and a (second) deck panel (section)  404   ii  that is movable in relation to the (first) deck panel  404   i . In the illustrated embodiment, for example, the deck panels  404   i ,  404   ii  are pivotably connected to each other (e.g., via one or more hinge elements  405  ( FIG. 5 )), which facilitates reconfiguration of the deck  400  between the closed configuration ( FIG. 3A, 4 ) and the open configuration ( FIG. 6 ). More specifically, the deck panel  404   ii  pivots in relation to the deck panel  404   i  such that the deck  400  is extendable along an axis of movement MDe ( FIG. 5 ) that extends in (generally) parallel relation to a width WDe of the deck  400  and in (generally) orthogonal relation to a length LDe of the deck  400  (and a (longitudinal) axis XDe thereof). 
     In the closed configuration, the deck  400  defines a (first) width WDei ( FIG. 4 ) that (generally) approximates the height H of the expandable structure  100  (and the width WDoi of the door  300  in the collapsed configuration). In the open configuration, however, the door  300  defines a (second) width WDeii ( FIG. 6 ) that exceeds the height H of the expandable structure  100  and (generally) approximates the width WDoii of the door  300  in the expanded configuration. To reduce spatial requirements, it is envisioned that the deck panel  404   i  may define a chamber  406  ( FIG. 2 ) that is configured to receive the deck panel  404   ii  upon movement of the deck  400  into the closed configuration such that the deck panel  404   ii  nests within the deck panel  404   i . To enhance the safety features of the studio  10 , it is envisioned that one or more safety rails  408  ( FIG. 6 ) may be provided that are configured for removable connection to the deck  400  when the deck  400  is in the open configuration. 
     As mentioned above, the height H of the studio  10  is limited by various regulations that are imposed on movable vehicles, which also necessarily limits the width WDei of the deck  400  in the closed configuration. The multi-panel construction of the deck  400 , like the door  300 , however, allows for an increase in the effective training area A (footprint) provided by the studio  10  in the use configuration. For example, upon movement of the deck  400  into the open configuration, the width W of the expandable structure  100  may be extended by (approximately) 14 feet to (approximately) 24 feet, as discussed above. It should be appreciated, however, that the dimensions of the deck panel  404   i  and/or the deck panel  404   ii  may be varied as necessary or desired to further alter the effective training area A provided by the studio  10 . 
     To facilitate reconfiguration of the deck  400  between the closed configuration and the open configuration, in certain embodiments, such as that shown throughout the figures, the deck  400  may include one or more casters (wheels)  410  that are either fixedly or removably connected to a lateral end  412  ( FIG. 2 ) of the deck  400  (e.g., the deck panel  404   ii ). The casters  410  are configured and positioned to contact the ground during deployment (unfolding, opening) of the deck  400  so as to support the deck panel  404   ii  as the deck panel  404   ii  moves laterally outward (e.g., away from the frame  200 ). 
     To support the weight of the deck  400 , as well as that of any users, it is envisioned that the studio  10  may include one or more footings  414 , which may be either fixedly or removably connected to the deck  400 . In the illustrated embodiment, for example, the studio  10  include a first plurality of footings  414   i  that are configured as support jacks  416  and a second plurality of footings  414   ii  that are configured as wheel assemblies  418 . 
     The jacks  418  are configured for connection (either fixedly or removably) to an underside (bottom surface)  420  of the deck  400  and are extendable into contact with the ground. The jacks  418  are configured for expansion and collapse to allow for incremental adjustment in the height of the deck  400  and the support provided by the jacks  418 . To reduce spatial requirements, it is envisioned that the deck  400  and the jacks  418  may be configured such that the jacks  418  are stowable beneath the deck  400  (e.g., between the deck panels  404   i ,  404   ii ). More specifically, it is envisioned that the jacks  418  may be configured so as to nest between joists  422  of the deck  400 . 
     The wheel assemblies  418  are located adjacent to (front and rear) end regions  424   f ,  424   r  of the deck  400  and may be either fixedly or removably connected thereto. In the illustrated embodiment, the wheel assemblies  418  include an A-frame configuration, which further supports the weight of the deck  400 , and are configured such that the deck  400  is (generally) level and continuous with the base  202  with the deck  400  is in the open configuration. 
     Although generally shown as including a single door  300  and a single deck  400  in the particular embodiment of the studio  10  illustrated throughout the figures, in order to further increase in the effective training area A (footprint) ( FIG. 6 ) provided by the studio  10  in the use configuration, in an alternate embodiment of the studio  10 , which is identified by the reference character  10 ′ ( FIG. 3B ), it is envisioned that the side wall  208  ( FIGS. 1, 3A ) may be replaced by a (second) door  300   ii  that is positioned opposite to the (first) door  300  and a (second) deck  400   ii  that is positioned opposite to the (first) deck  400 . By replacing the side wall  208  with the door  300   ii  and the deck  400   ii , it is envisioned that the width Wii ( FIG. 6 ) of the expandable structure  10 ′ in the use configuration may lie substantially within the range of (approximately) 40 feet to (approximately) 50 feet. In such embodiments, the door  300   ii  and the deck  400   ii  may be (generally) identical to the door  300  and the deck  400  discussed above, respectively, and may be connected to the frame  200  for operation in the identical manner (e.g., such that the door  300   ii  is pivotably connected to the frame  200  for movement between open and closed positions and such that the deck  400   ii  is pivotably connected to the frame  200  for movement between open and closed configurations). 
     In additional embodiments of the present disclosure, it is envisioned that the studio  10  may include a variety of supplemental components to improve the structural integrity of the studio  10 , user convenience, and the overall user experience. For example, it is envisioned that the studio  10  may include a water station, a collapsible or stowable retail module, one or more restroom facilitates, and the like. 
     It is also envisioned that the roof  204  may incorporate a plurality of panels  216  ( FIG. 3A ) including (e.g., formed partially or entirely from) a material that allows light to pass therethrough (e.g., clear or partially clear polycarbonate), which may be either fixedly or removably supported. 
     To improve use of the studio  10  (e.g., in in inclement weather), it is envisioned that the studio  10  may include one or more removable walls  218  ( FIG. 6 ), which may be configured for removable connection to the safety rails  408 , the deck  400 , the door  300 , or any other suitable structure or component of the studio  10  so as to partially or enclose the training area A. Enclosure of the training area A may be supplemented by additional panels  216 , which may be connected to the removable walls  218 , the safety rails  408 , the deck  400 , the door  300 , etc. 
     Persons skilled in the art will understand that the various embodiments of the present disclosure described herein, and shown in the accompanying figures, constitute non-limiting examples, and that additional components and features may be added to any of the embodiments discussed hereinabove without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Additionally, persons skilled in the art will understand that the elements and features shown or described in connection with one embodiment may be combined with those of another embodiment without departing from the scope of the present disclosure to achieve any desired result and will appreciate further features and advantages of the presently disclosed subject matter based on the description provided. Variations, combinations, and/or modifications to any of the embodiments and/or features of the embodiments described herein that are within the abilities of a person having ordinary skill in the art are also within the scope of the present disclosure, as are alternative embodiments that may result from combining, integrating, and/or omitting features from any of the disclosed embodiments. 
     While the present disclosure has been described in connection with certain embodiments, it is to be understood that the present disclosure is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments but, on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims, which scope is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structures as is permitted under the law. 
     Use of the term “optionally” with respect to any element of a claim means that the element may be included or omitted, with both alternatives being within the scope of the claim. Additionally, use of broader terms such as “comprises,” “includes,” and “having” should be understood to provide support for narrower terms such as “consisting of,” “consisting essentially of,” and “comprised substantially of” Accordingly, the scope of protection is not limited by the description set out above, but is defined by the claims that follow, and includes all equivalents of the subject matter of the claims. 
     In the preceding description, reference may be made to the spatial relationship between the various structures illustrated in the accompanying drawings, and to the spatial orientation of the structures. However, as will be recognized by those skilled in the art after a complete reading of this disclosure, the structures described herein may be positioned and oriented in any manner suitable for their intended purpose. Thus, the use of terms such as “above,” “below,” “upper,” “lower,” “inner,” “outer,” “left,” “right,” “upward,” “downward,” “inward,” “outward,” “horizontal,” “vertical,” etc., should be understood to describe a relative relationship between the structures and/or a spatial orientation of the structures. Those skilled in the art will also recognize that the use of such terms may be provided in the context of the illustrations provided by the corresponding figure(s). 
     Additionally, terms such as “approximately,” “generally,” “substantially,” and the like should be understood to allow for variations in any numerical range or concept with which they are associated. For example, it is intended that the use of terms such as “approximately” and “generally” should be understood to encompass variations on the order of 25% (e.g., to allow for manufacturing tolerances and/or deviations in design). 
     Although terms such as “first,” “second,” etc., may be used herein to describe various operations, elements, components, regions, and/or sections, these operations, elements, components, regions, and/or sections should not be limited by the use of these terms in that these terms are used to distinguish one operation, element, component, region, or section from another. Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, a first operation, element, component, region, or section could be termed a second operation, element, component, region, or section without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. 
     Each and every claim is incorporated as further disclosure into the specification and represents embodiments of the present disclosure. Also, the phrases “at least one of A, B, and C” and “A and/or B and/or C” should each be interpreted to include only A, only B, only C, or any combination of A, B, and C.