Soccer Breathwork

Why is breathwork different from mental training?
Breathwork is different because it works directly with your body and nervous system, not just your mind. Your breath is the bridge between stress, focus, and physical performance. By learning to control it, you influence your heart rate, core stability, and recovery, which naturally makes your mental game stronger. Many players notice they stay calmer under pressure and perform better, even if mental training alone didn’t help before.
How much daily practice is needed?
You can integrate most exercises into your normal training routine like your warmup or your fitness workout. Most will only need 15-20 minutes a day to start noticing real changes. Consistency beats duration - short, intentional sessions every day build stronger breathing patterns, improve recovery, and calm your nervous system. Over 21 days, you’ll be amazed at how small daily practices compound into huge improvements on and off the pitch.
What have other players improved?
Players report better focus during games, more energy in training, faster recovery and better sleep but also calmer nerves before penalties and reduced performance anxiety on and off the pitch. Many describe feeling more in control of their body and mind - like they finally unlocked a “hidden performance switch” they didn’t know existed and nobody showed them before.
Do I need prior breathwork experience?
Absolutely not! This program is designed for beginners and experienced athletes alike. We start simple, teach every technique step by step, and guide you through exercises so you feel confident and see progress, no matter your starting point. Also you will get specific exercises and variations based on your baseline of breathing strength.
Does the breathwork program interfere with our regular training schedule?
No — the program is designed to complement, not interrupt, your existing training. Most sessions take only 10–15 minutes and can be done before or after practice, or even integrated into warm-ups and cooldowns. Many teams notice improved focus, faster recovery, and fewer overreactions during intense sessions without needing to change their regular schedule.
Can players do this during the season, or should it be off-season work?
Absolutely — it can be done in-season. In fact, that’s when players benefit most. The breathing techniques are low-impact and restorative, helping athletes recover faster between matches, sleep better, and manage stress from competition. Think of it as mental conditioning that fits perfectly into the rhythm of the season.

Is 1:1 coaching available?
Yes! For players who want personalized guidance, we offer 1:1 coaching. This lets us tailor exercises to your breathing patterns, recovery needs, and performance goals, so you get faster and deeper results. Get in touch to see if you quality for personal coaching (limited availability) 6 week individual program costs 697USD
Will this improve my game performance?
Yes! Because breathing is at the core of how your body responds to stress. Controlling your breath balances the nervous system, stabilizes your core, and improves recovery, giving you sharper focus, faster decision-making, and more confidence under pressure. Think of it as also training your engine while the rest of the team only trains the wheels.
Can it help me stay calm under pressure?
Definitely! Breathwork directly downregulates your nervous system, lowering heart rate and calming the mind. Players often notice they can step up for a penalty or take a decisive action without feeling panicked. Over time, this calmness becomes your “default mode” on the pitch, giving you a real mental edge. But you can also learn to upregulate the nervous system - important before games when you feel not motivated or not switched on enough - something that often happens when you play against "underdog" teams.
What makes this program different?
Soccer Breathwork isn’t just physical training - nor is it psychadelic or esoteric fluff - it’s a full mind-body performance upgrade, backed in science created for performance, not instagram clicks. Most programs focus only on emotional regulation or concentration training. This soccer specific program improves energy management, recovery, focus, resilience and even physical performance improvements simultaneously. It’s short, simple, and transferable - you can use it before games, after training, or anytime stress hits during the day. Even sceptic players see results within only 14 days.
What about injured players — can they still participate?
Yes — and they should. For injured players, breathwork becomes a powerful tool to maintain conditioning, support recovery, and stabilize the nervous system when they can’t train physically. Controlled breathing can also reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and accelerate healing — plus, it keeps them mentally connected to the team routine and mindset.
What makes Stefan Peter qualified
Stefan is a certified Oxygen Advantage Breathwork Trainer. He holds a Master’s Degree in Sports, Health, and Leadership, along with advanced certifications in High-Performance Sports Psychology and Athlete Development from FC Barcelona.

As a sports performance coach he has worked with over 500 individuals, athletes, coaches, and teams since 2011 including elite players like Mak Whitham (youngest pro in NWSL history), Samantha Rosette, Michelle Betos, Maitane Lopez, Emiliano Marcondes, Katharina Naschenweng and more. Players and Coaches he works with compete at top-tier clubs such as FC Bayern Munich, Gotham FC, Austria Wien, New York Red Bulls and others.