[Preschool] Great Dance Songs for Sports Day: Perfect for Younger Children
Sports day is an important event where we can see children’s growth.
For many younger kindergarteners, it may even be their very first sports day.
For teachers, dance is essential to help all the children join in and have fun together!
So here, we’ve gathered recommended dance songs for younger kindergarteners.
There are lots of cute options, including theme songs from NHK programs and anime, as well as songs about fruits and insects.
Choose lively tunes that bring out the children’s innocence, and have everyone dance together to enjoy sports day!
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B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu
This is an upbeat dance song used in the Baymax’s Happy Ride attraction at Tokyo Disneyland.
With the name “Baymax” sung to the rhythm, the song features a lively, friendly melody.
The choreography is very simple—just moving your arms up and down is enough to have fun—so anyone from kids to adults can join in easily.
Dancing in a group naturally brings out smiles and fills the venue with a cheerful atmosphere.
It’s also recommended as a crowd-pleaser for school sports days and community events.
sound ninjaFukuda Sho
Let’s show off some ninja arts to the beat! Introducing Oto Ninja.
When you think of ninjas, many of you might picture them being skilled at hiding from enemies or making a quick escape.
This time, let’s transform into “Oto Ninja,” who perform ninja arts in time with sounds! If you listen closely, you can hear all kinds of sounds.
Move your body to match the sounds you hear, and you’ll also discover the joy of dancing.
Try expanding the conversation by asking, “What sound do you think this is?”
Wooper! Looper!gaagaaS
GaagaaS is a kids’ music duo consisting of guitarist Shingo Matsumura and keyboardist Nodoka Beppu.
In 2020, they released “U-pa! Lu-pa!” on their official YouTube channel.
With its gentle, soothing sound, it seems like kids of all kinds will enjoy it.
The choreography includes lots of moves that even little children can do, like spreading their arms wide, doing squats, and jumping, so be sure to consider it for a performance by a preschool (younger class).
Ninnin Nintama Ondo
Set in the Sengoku period, the story of Ninjutsu Academy—centered on the trio of Rantarō, Kirimaru, and Shinbei—is hugely popular! From the long-beloved TV anime “Nintama Rantarō,” we present “Nin-nin Nintama Ondo.” Many teachers and parents likely watched “Nintama Rantarō” when they were young.
In recent years, it has gained popularity not only among children but also among adults.
The choreography for “Nin-nin Nintama Ondo” can be adapted to suit children.
Try dancing while getting into character!
Happy ChildrenShinzawa Toshihiko
This song, created by Toshihiko Shinzawa and Hirotaka Nakagawa, is a bright dance tune themed around the power of children’s innocence and smiles to bring happiness to those around them.
With its light rhythm and memorable melody, it’s an easy-to-sing-and-dance-to track that kids can’t help but hum along to.
Released in 2001, the song has been loved by many for years and is widely used in educational settings and at events.
It’s also great to dance to together with nursery and kindergarten teachers!
It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando
This is a lively dance track starring Vanellope, a character from the movie Wreck-It Ralph.
As a song themed around a world of sweets, both the music and costumes are colorful and cute.
The dancers are dressed in candy- and cake-inspired outfits, creating a fun atmosphere just by looking.
If you include it in recreational activities or a school sports day program, it’s sure to send kids’ excitement soaring.
Many of the choreographed moves are light and in sync with the rhythm, making them easy to learn.
Since there’s also a narrative element in the background, adding creative touches to the costumes and staging will produce a cohesive, unified performance.
Idol Precure with You♪ Light Up!Ishii Ami, Kumada Akane, Yoshitake Chihaya
A bright, energetic, and fun-filled anime song has arrived! Sung by Ami Ishii, Akane Kumada, and Chihaya Yoshitake, this track features captivating vocals that convey the power of friendship and the beauty of music.
Its dazzling, lively melody and lyrics about smiles and sparkle will resonate with your heart.
Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Kimi to Idol Precure♪,” which began airing in February 2025, it’s slated for release in March of the same year in two formats: a CD+DVD edition and a standard edition.
It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants a boost through music, as well as for kids who want to sing and dance together with their friends.