[Preschool] Great Dance Songs for Sports Day: Perfect for Younger Children

Asleep or awakeNEW!Porukadotto Sutingurei

Polkadot Stingray “Netemo Sametemo” Music Video (Collaboration with the TV Anime “Pokémon”)

This is a very upbeat, danceable track that serves as the ending theme for a beloved kids’ anime.

With its poppy, rhythmic melody and a theme brimming with deep affection for the story, it’s truly captivating.

Released in October 2025 as the ending theme for the new chapter of the TV anime “Pokémon,” the song is also included on the album “GekirIN.” Created by Polkadot Stingray, it features an energetic, up-tempo rhythm that’s perfect for school sports days and dance activities! Kids can get into character as their favorites and move their bodies to the fullest.

The lively, cute dances with free-form choreography are sure to bring a smile to parents’ faces as well.

Fruit punch!gaagaaS

[Dance Kids] Fruit Punch! / gaagaaS [Childcare/Gymnastics/Fruit/Sports Day/Recital/Parenting/Children’s Songs]

gaagaaS’s song “Fruit Punch!” is a lively, high-energy dance track.

The lyrics, inspired by fruit punch, are super cute, making it an easy-to-sing and easy-to-dance-to tune that kids can’t help but hum along to.

The dance video released on YouTube has been viewed over 2 million times and is loved by many.

It’s widely used at daycare and kindergarten sports days, recitals, and in everyday play.

The choreography is simple, so why not dance along with the children as parents and guardians too? Wearing colorful costumes inspired by fruit punch or dressing up as favorite fruits to dance can be lots of fun!

SuttakatattattaNEW!Keroponzu Puppeezu

Suttakatattatta / Keropons & Puppies [Play Song]

A lively play song that turns everyday actions—from getting ready in the morning to heading out—into fun, energetic body movements.

Its greatest charm is how it sets daily routines like washing your face and putting on shoes to a bright, upbeat melody with a catchy tempo.

Opening the July 2018 album “Nori Nori! Asobi Uta & Ekaki Uta,” this widely beloved track is a popular song written and composed by Keropons’ Akiko Hirata.

It has also gained attention in recent video works by Keropons & Puppies.

Easy to learn and encouraging free, expansive movement, it’s a perfect pick for young children to dance to together—whether at their first sports day or during morning exercise time.

TattaNEW!yuzu

[Yuzu/Tatta] Easy choreography / mirrored / back view & mirror

Let us introduce an upbeat dance number by Yuzu, whose light rhythm and playful, great-sounding wordplay feel delightful.

It’s an uplifting anthem that gives you a positive push, with an irresistible drive that makes you want to move your body.

Released in March 2017, the track was also included on the EP “Utau” released in June of the same year and on the album “BIG YELL” released in April 2018.

It was selected as the 2017 theme song for Fuji TV’s variety show “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!”.

The lively choreography featuring tambourines is perfect for a sports day program where kids can dance with smiles, and it’s also recommended for various occasions such as background music for parent-child events done with guardians.

Odoru Pompoko RinNEW!Ado

[Ado] Odoru Pompokorin

How about a cover version of the beloved classic that has long served as the opening theme for the nationally treasured anime everyone knows, Chibi Maruko-chan? Premiering with a brand-new opening sequence on the episode airing December 28, 2025, and released digitally the following day, this track features vocals by the extraordinarily expressive Ado and a high-speed, pop-infused arrangement by Hyadain.

The familiar, comical melody is enriched with a vibrant array of vocal tones, creating a festive atmosphere that makes you want to move your body! Its easy-to-follow rhythm is perfect for school sports day dances and performances where everyone can join in and dance energetically together.

Baby SharkNEW!

Shark Family Exercise | Baby Shark Dance | YouTube’s Most-Viewed! Baby Shark | Children’s Song | Pinkfong! Nursery Rhymes and Kids’ Videos

If you’re looking for a song that will have kids dancing their hearts out at a sports day, we recommend the worldwide smash hit themed around a family of sharks.

Created by the kids’ brand Pinkfong and released back in June 2016, it continues to enjoy enduring popularity.

With its catchy melody and adorable choreography, it garnered massive support, surpassing 10 billion video views in January 2022.

The song has also been featured in various tie-ins, including the film The Angry Birds Movie 2.

The easy-to-follow dance uses big arm movements to mimic sharks, so not only older kindergarteners but also younger children and adults can join in effortlessly.

When everyone moves in sync, smiles naturally spread, and the whole venue will be filled with a bright, cheerful atmosphere.

together; along with; bothNEW!WANIMA

Together / WANIMA [Simple Choreography for Toddlers]

How about moving your body freely to this pop-rock number that portrays the determination to overcome past hardships and stride powerfully toward a bright future? Sung by WANIMA, this song overflows with gratitude for past encounters and the protagonist’s fiery resolve to face forward and move ahead as themselves.

Included on the single “JUICE UP!!” released in August 2016, it also became familiar as a Kao commercial song.

Its exhilarating, fast-paced sound is perfect for kids dancing energetically at a school sports day.

Even simple moves—swinging both arms wide or jumping to the rhythm—turn into a wonderful dance that sparks big smiles.

Be sure to create a heart-thumping, joyful time together with everyone in your class.