Helios Harmony Certification Level 2
Build on the foundations and begin developing greater precision, balance and communication.
Helios Harmony Level 2 takes the foundational skills established in Level 1 and begins developing them into more advanced, coordinated work.
At this level, you will introduce and work with side reins, develop the long-reining countdown exercises, progress Patterns 1A and 2A in both walk and trot, introduce jaw and poll flexions, and begin combining halts, flexions and rein-backs both from the ground and under saddle.
Level 2 includes:
- Lunging with side reins
- Long-reining countdowns
- Progressive in-hand work
- Assisted in-hand work
- Ridden countdowns, flexions and rein-backs
As in Level 1, you will watch the assigned training videos and submit short videos demonstrating your own work. Each assessment is personally reviewed, and you must successfully complete each stage before moving forward.
Every submission may be up to 2 minutes 30 seconds long, with a maximum of three attempts per assessment. If improvements are needed, use the feedback from your assessor to practise and resubmit.
The aim is not perfection. We are looking for safe, thoughtful work, correct understanding of the exercises and clear progress in the communication between horse and handler or rider.
On successful completion, you will receive your Helios Harmony Level 2 certification and become eligible to continue to Level 3.
Level 2 is available to Premium members who have successfully completed Helios Harmony Certification Level 1. Level 2 is purchased separately.
“The Helios/Takhin patterns turned my mare from completely resistant to everything to being really soft and light. It’s like the patterns grew her a new brain.”
~Sukie
“Even though we’re in the very early stages of the program, we’re already starting to see benefits that even the vets notice!”
— Helios student
“The progress with her is wild and I’ve changed nothing other than doing the in-hand work. Somehow it makes my riding better also.”
— Helios student