Freeze Dance Impulse Control Song with Free Printables
Support self-regulation and executive functioning in your students with the Freeze Dance Impulse Control Song. It combines music, movement, and mindfulness to help students build impulse control skills. It’s perfect for the classroom, therapy sessions, homeschool, or movement breaks and it includes free printables to support instruction. You can download the FREE freeze dance printables at the bottom of the post. Don’t forget to watch the video to hear the tune!
How to Use the Freeze Dance Impulse Control Song
The Impulse Control Freeze Dance Song guides students through a pattern of movement and stillness that builds self-awareness and body control. To use the activity:
- Play the song or any upbeat music.
- Have students follow simple movement cues such as:
- Mini squats
- Marching in place
- Stepping side-to-side
- Standing on one foot
- When the music says “freeze” (or when paused manually), students must stop all movement and take a deep breath.
- Use the printable visuals to reinforce what to do during movement and breathing portions.
- Repeat for as long as needed to reinforce the skills and provide a movement break.
Watch the Video
Impulse Control Workbook – Pause, Think, Act
Why Is Impulse Control So Important in Students?
Impulse control is a foundational executive functioning skill. Teaching impulse control through movement and music gives students a memorable and meaningful way to apply these skills in real time. When students develop the ability to pause, think, and choose their response, they are better able to:
- Stay focused during learning activities
- Manage emotions appropriately
- Follow classroom expectations and rules
- Transition between tasks with fewer disruptions
- Engage in problem-solving rather than reactive behavior
When Is a Good Time to Use This Freeze Dance?
This activity can be used in many settings throughout the day. It works especially well for students in kindergarten through third grade. Try it:
- During classroom transitions
- As a brain break
- Before testing or academic tasks that require focus
- At the start or end of the school day
- In occupational therapy, physical therapy, or counseling
- During homeschool routines
- With small groups or whole-class SEL lessons
Benefits of the Freeze Dance Song
Using this song provides both physical and cognitive benefits. Students can:
- Practice impulse control through movement and stopping
- Build start-stop response awareness
- Practice deep breathing and relaxation
- Improve attention and body awareness
- Increase self-regulation and calming strategies
- Gain confidence in their ability to control their actions
Self Regulation Workbook – Learn About Yourself
More Helpful Information About Impulse Control
Explore more tools and strategies to support impulse control in children with these related articles:
- Impulse Control Worksheets (Free)
- How to Improve Impulse Control in Children
- Games to Practice Self-Regulation Skills
- Impulse Control Game for Kids
- Stop, Think, Act Method
- Poor Impulse Control: What You Need to Know
Download Your Free Printables for the Freeze Dance Here
The free printable pack includes: visual cue cards for each movement and instructions for how to lead the activity. Enter your email to download the PDF.
