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Learn to speak fluently and with confidence with our unique method
Put an end to hyperventilation, stress and burn-out complaints once and for all
Optimize your oxygen uptake and perform at your best under high pressure
At Del Ferro, we work with a unique breathing technique that actively trains the diaphragm muscle. Through this, we focus on the physical foundation of fluent speech, efficient breathing, and peak performance.
More than 13,000 participants have gone before you and experienced immediate, lasting results.
Our training programs combine a powerful breathing technique with personalized mental coaching, focused on building self-confidence and overcoming anxiety.
As a former student, she wins Roland Garros for the sixth time. What an incredible achievement! In addition to her immense talent, she uses the Del Ferro Method for breath control to get the absolute most out of herself.
Diede, congratulations on this magnificent success. You are an inspiration to everyone training at Del Ferro!
Master your breathing, overcome tension, and reach your own peak.
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Stuttering and breath-related complaints, such as hyperventilation, form a vicious circle between body and mind. The diaphragm makes uncontrolled movements, while stress and speech anxiety directly amplify this physical response. Del Ferro breaks through this cycle on two fronts simultaneously.
Our method combines physical training of the diaphragm muscle with intensive mental coaching. The speaking and breathing technique ensures complete control over the diaphragm muscle, while the mental support helps you permanently overcome the fear of speaking and insecurity.
Photo of ambassador Jeff Tesselaar by Bjorn Paree
Many traditional therapies focus on psychological causes or acceptance of the symptoms. Del Ferro tackles the problem directly at the physical source with a scientifically proven method.
Photos of ambassador Jeff Tesselaar by Bjorn Paree
Our training sessions and treatments are conducted by the following experts:
CEO & Del Ferro Stuttering & Breathing Specialist
It is always deeply moving when a participant speaks stutter-free for the first time, often after a long and exhaustive search for a solution.
Ingrid has been a specialist in breathing and stuttering for over 35 years. She refined the Del Ferro Method into a practical, results-driven approach that ensures lasting change.
Whether it involves overcoming stuttering, recovering from hyperventilation, or finding peace amidst stress: Ingrid helps you regain control over your well-being. In addition, she shares her expertise as an educator and author of three books.
Del Ferro Stuttering Specialist
I firmly believe in the potential of every participant to overcome stuttering once and for all
As a 13-year-old boy, Patrick experienced the magic of the Del Ferro method. A discovery that not only made him stutter-free, but also allowed him to say goodbye to the insecure version of himself. He felt reborn.
Since 1994, he has been a certified Del Ferro Stuttering Specialist, dedicated to freeing people from stuttering using the method that transformed his own life.
Del Ferro Breathing Specialist
Through breathing, discover a new sense of inner peace and, above all, strength within both body and mind.
Cecilia suffered from severe hyperventilation and panic attacks for years. When faced with burnout, she had no choice but to take action.
Thanks to Del Ferro breathing training, she became completely symptom-free. In 2023, she completed her certification to become a Del Ferro breathing specialist. Today, she conducts breathing training sessions for Del Ferro, passionate about helping as many people as possible experience that same life-changing freedom.
Del Ferro Breathing Specialist
The breathing training was literally a breath of fresh air for me
At the start of her tennis career, Annick frequently suffered from hyperventilation. She found the solution in Del Ferro’s breathing training, which not only helped her overcome her own challenges but also inspired her to join the institute.
She trained to become a Del Ferro Breathing Specialist. With her perseverance and winning mindset, Annick is a valuable instructor who passionately passes on her knowledge and experience.
Psychosocial Therapist
The way you breathe is a reflection of how you live your life
Eva has been with Del Ferro since 2014. She supports participants facing mental roadblocks and provides professional supervision to our stuttering and breathing specialists. In addition, she conducts advanced courses as well as meditation and mindfulness training at our institute in Amsterdam.
Through her practice, she trains people to become ‘The Flower Teacher’. In 2024, Ingrid Del Ferro was the first to successfully complete this training.
Physiotherapist & Specialist in Eastern Medicine
Recovery is never one-size-fits-all; every body requires a unique approach
With over ten years of experience as a physiotherapist, Hide has worked with elite athletes in Europe and Japan, as well as children, adults, and the elderly with a diverse range of conditions. From growing pains and sports injuries to chronic pain and the aftermath of vaccinations or neurological disorders, this diversity has taught him to always treat the person as a whole and focus on the individual behind the symptoms.
His approach combines Western physiotherapy with insights from Eastern medicine, such as Japanese acupuncture and autonomic nervous system therapy. This enables him to effectively treat acute problems while addressing the underlying causes.
Whether treating a professional athlete with chronic knee pain or a client with long-term stress symptoms, his goal is always to achieve lasting recovery.
Articles and advice from our specialists on speaking freely, resolving breathing difficulties, and achieving peak performance.
Bas
From the Very First Session, My Symptoms Dramatically Decreased
From the Very First Session, My Symptoms Dramatically Decreased
I was suffering from the effects of tense breathing: fatigue, a lack of energy, and poor sleep. Immediate results from the very first lesson! By doing the breathing exercises, I felt the tension melt away and my symptoms have drastically reduced. The training is highly expert and results-oriented.
The mental training is also immediately applicable in daily practice. I am convinced that I will continue to develop even further by doing the exercises consistently. I am incredibly glad I took this training.
Bas
Maarten
Significant Improvement Noticeable After Just 2 Course Days
Significant Improvement Noticeable After Just 2 Course Days
I took a breathing training course at Del Ferro to improve my presentation skills. The guidance throughout the program was highly personal, tailored, and professional. I am very pleased with the techniques I learned. A major improvement is already noticeable after just 2 days!
Maarten
Gaby
My Daughter No Longer Stutters Thanks to Del Ferro
My Daughter No Longer Stutters Thanks to Del Ferro
My 16-year-old daughter underwent many years of traditional speech and stuttering therapy, only to be told that she simply had to accept her stutter. When we first heard about Del Ferro, we began to hope that there might still be a way to help her manage her speech—or even overcome it completely.
During the autumn break, my daughter completed the Del Ferro program. It was truly a revelation! She no longer stutters at all. She has become a completely transformed child; it is incredible to watch her self-confidence soar and see her speak so freely. Her opportunities for the future have expanded exponentially.
Gaby
Jeffrey
I have accomplished things in my career that I otherwise never would have dared to attempt
I have accomplished things in my career that I otherwise never would have dared to attempt
I struggled with a stutter throughout almost my entire childhood, and it deeply impacted my daily life. I used various tricks to bypass words I couldn’t pronounce. Despite undergoing extensive speech therapy, I was repeatedly told that I simply had to learn to live with my stutter. I refused to accept that resignation, which ultimately led me to Del Ferro.
I was immediately won over by their fantastic, professional approach. It definitely requires strong discipline and the right mindset, but I completely overcame my stutter. Today, I am proud to serve as a department head within a major organization.
Jeffrey
Pim
They Are Truly Exceptional at Helping People Overcome Stuttering
They Are Truly Exceptional at Helping People Overcome Stuttering
Last year, I completed the stuttering therapy at Del Ferro, which was led by Patrick. Afterward, I started working with Dennis in the aftercare program. Beyond being incredibly warm-hearted individuals, they are truly exceptional at what they do: helping people permanently overcome stuttering.
They provide you with the practical tools to take action and truly make a change yourself. My experience with both the course and the aftercare program was highly positive, and I honestly can’t even remember the last time I stuttered!
Pim
Inga
I highly recommend this course without reservation
I highly recommend this course without reservation
Inga
Yassin
Incredible transformation - Tools that make an impact
Incredible transformation - Tools that make an impact
I would recommend this to anyone who stutters! Ingrid, Patrik, and the entire team are incredibly nice and really know their stuff. I stopped stuttering after just one day, and now, four weeks later, I don’t stutter at all anymore.
It’s been an amazing experience, and the instructors are top-notch. Thank you!
Yassin
Peter
A Completely New Life After Stuttering Therapy at Del Ferro
A Completely New Life After Stuttering Therapy at Del Ferro
In 2022, I completed the stuttering therapy program. Del Ferro promised that from Day 1, I would experience what it feels like to speak completely stutter-free. However, after years of traditional speech therapy and regular treatments, I was highly skeptical. That first day was naturally nerve-wracking. But sure enough: with this method, I was able to speak fluently right away!
I have built up so much self-confidence that my life is completely transformed today. My dream had always been to own a gym, but because of my stutter, I felt entirely unsuited for it. Now that I no longer stutter, I have been the proud owner of my very own gym since September 2024!
Peter
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Ryan
To Everyone Who Stutters: This Is Absolutely Worth It
To Everyone Who Stutters: This Is Absolutely Worth It
The Del Ferro training has been an incredibly positive surprise. Everything explained feels perfectly logical and holds true the moment you apply it. This week, I experienced firsthand that it is physically impossible to stutter when using the technique correctly. It brings a profound sense of inner calm, and I can already feel my confidence soaring.
I would love to thank Patrick. For five days straight, I could effortlessly listen to him (honestly, I’ve never experienced that with a teacher at school, haha). Because Patrick struggled with a stutter himself, he knows exactly what it’s like. It is precisely those personal stories that make his explanations so powerful and relatable. It’s truly inspiring to listen to him. I am beyond satisfied and incredibly grateful that I took this step.
Ryan
Unlike ‘talk therapy’ or speech therapy, the Del Ferro Method is fundamentally physical training. We focus on the physiological source of breathing and speech: the diaphragm muscle.
By specifically training this muscle with our unique breathing technique, you immediately resolve the physical blockages associated with stuttering or the respiratory dysregulation caused by hyperventilation. This practical method empowers you to regain full control over your body.
Our expertise is built on four key pillars:
Stuttering Therapy: Overcoming stuttering and public speaking anxiety for good.
Breathing Training: Overcoming hyperventilation, burnout, and other breathing-related issues.
For Businesses: Stress reduction, vitality, and absenteeism prevention for organizations.
For (Elite) Sports: Optimization of oxygen uptake, improving conditioning and mental focus to peak at the right moment.
Since 1978, our method has empowered over 13,000 students and professionals to achieve their goals.
The method is renowned for immediate results. From day one, all participants experience complete fluency and a sense of calm in their speech or breathing.
You first learn to consciously use the technique as a tool under pressure. The ultimate goal is for it to become second nature. After the training, you work on phasing out the conscious use of the technique until fluent speech and relaxed breathing become automatic and natural once again – whether at work, during sports, or in social settings.
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Immediate control over your speech, breathing, and performance
Whether your goal is to permanently overcome stuttering and hyperventilation, or to deliver peak performance under pressure in the corporate world and elite sports: the first step is exactly the same. Purposefully breaking through the physical blockage instantly restores calm and control. Within 30 minutes, a concrete step-by-step plan tailored to your specific situation will be ready.
Completely free of obligation. The consultation takes place online via video call. No travel time, from the comfort of your own environment, and also available during evening hours.
