[Dance Tracks] Perfect for School Sports Days! A Curated Selection of Fun, Popular Songs to Dance To [2026]

Otona BlueNEW!atarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – Otona Blue (Official Music Video)

The new group School Leaders is hugely popular with both adults and kids.

Their song Otona Blue was released digitally in May 2020.

It expresses the conflicts and impatience a teenage girl feels as she grows into a woman, set to an electro sound reminiscent of Showa-era pop.

In early 2023, the head-shaking dance gained attention on TikTok and sparked a major boom.

It became a record-breaking hit, reaching No.

1 on Billboard Japan Heatseekers Songs in March of the same year.

With its distinctive moves and powerful vocals, this track is perfect for an elementary school sports day dance.

If everyone has fun shaking their heads while they dance, it’s sure to be a performance to remember.

Deer-Colored DaysNEW!Kanoko Noko (CV: Megumi Han), Koshiko Tora (CV: Saki Fujita), Koshi Anko (CV: Rui Tanabe), Bashame Meme (CV: Fuka Izumi)

TV anime “Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan” OP theme “Shika-iro Days” Special Anime MV

How about captivating everyone’s attention with a high-energy anime pop track packed with an unforgettable, punchy rhythm and plenty of surreal wordplay? This song is performed by Shika-bu, a character unit featuring popular voice actors Megumi Han, Saki Fujita, Rui Tanabe, and Fuka Izumi.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan,” it was released on CD in August 2024.

The comedic moves timed to the intro went viral on social media both in Japan and overseas.

With easy-to-learn choreography that makes a big impact, it’s perfect for kids to enjoy dancing at school sports festivals.

Let’s create a lively, fun stage that will make everyone watching smile!

Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento

[Sure, with pleasure] Kocchinoken and MV “Simple Dance” — A simple arranged dance you can do at sports days or recitals!

Kenchto-san’s “Hai Yorokonde” is a track packed with a lively, fun vibe and a positive message.

Set to a light, upbeat rhythm, the chorus repeats the phrase “Giri-Giri Dance,” making it easy to remember and fun to dance to.

Released in May 2024, the song became a big hit on social media platforms like TikTok.

The choreography is simple, and if everyone dances together, it’s sure to bring plenty of smiles! It’s also a great pick for events like school sports days.

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Short Ver.

It’s a song that’s hugely popular for karaoke too! Released by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN in 2015, it was written as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.

Since there’s no official choreography, you might wonder, “Is it really a dance song?” But its poppy, upbeat vibe makes it a lot of fun to dance to! In fact, people perform it at school festivals and the like.

Because you can create your own choreography, you can freely arrange it to suit the dancers’ ages and the number of performers.

Come up with some lively, fun steps and let’s heat up the sports day!

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sasashina

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Muscatyuzu

Yuzu “Muscat” Music Video

Yuzu, the folk duo that continues to push into new sounds while staying rooted in their trademark acoustic style.

Their 44th single “Muscat,” chosen as the 16th opening theme for the TV anime Crayon Shin-chan, makes an impact with an electro sound that incorporates elements of ska and reggae.

The comical dance that weaves in aspects of the anime adds a bright, fun touch to any sports day.

The choreography isn’t too difficult, so why not have everyone dance together to liven up your event?

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Hoshino Takashi

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Let’s give it a tryWANIMA

au Santaro TV commercial: “Let’s Try It” edition (60 seconds + making-of footage)

In today’s melodic hardcore scene, WANIMA is a three-piece rock band so popular that they’re recognized by a remarkably wide range of listeners.

Their first digital-only single, “Yatte Minyo” (Try It), used as the CM song for au’s Santaro series “Spring Door: Try It” commercial, is a striking number that puts a rock spin on the children’s song “Picnic,” delivering a positive message.

Since it’s a rock track, there’s no original choreography, but its driving, fast-paced ensemble should be perfect for dancing.

Coming up with your own moves is fun, but if nothing comes to mind, you’ll find plenty of ideas on video sites like YouTube—be sure to take a look.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Yes we areSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / Yes we are

A song I’d especially recommend to guys is this one.

It’s by the dance-vocal group Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE.

It was released in 2019 as their 23rd single.

The lyrics express a determination to move forward toward the future.

With its trendy electro-dance vibe, it’s sure to hype things up in a cool way!

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Araki Jakkan

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