[Dance Songs] Recommended for school sports days and athletic festivals! A curated selection of popular tracks that are fun to dance to

Among the events at school sports days and athletic festivals, the dance performance draws especially high attention.

Because students, teachers, and parents all look forward to it, choosing the right music becomes a big deal.

If you use the same songs every year, both students and parents will get bored, and if the songs aren’t well-known, the crowd won’t get excited…

So, for sports day dances, we recommend buzzworthy tracks and songs popular among students.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are especially popular for sports day dance routines!

It’s packed with anime theme songs and hit tracks that students love.

Playlist

[Dance Songs] Recommended for school sports days and athletic festivals! A curated selection of popular tracks that are fun to dance to
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	SeventeenYOASOBI		A girl from a parallel world sings of courage and love
2	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		A refreshing love song by Omoinotake
3	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that celebrates valuing yourself just as you are
4	I’ll be your HERODa-iCE		Da-iCE's support song of hope and courage
5	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA's cheer song, the courage to move forward
6	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		Pop rock songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
7	OrangeSPYAIR		SPYAIR youth ballad theme song
8	BibbidebaHoshimachi Suisei		An encouraging song by Suisei Hoshimachi that gives you courage
9	GOATNumber_i		Dancing at the sports festival to Number_i’s new song “GOAT”
10	King Kila GameMAZZEL		A fun new song that fuses rock and dance
11	The Zero Sense10-FEET		10-FEET's Slam Dunk theme song
12	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		The uplifting groove of Creepy Nuts is captivating
13	Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Enjoy dancing with free-style choreography to the Blood Blockade Battlefront ending theme
14	Team friendsChiba Yūki		An addictive song about the bonds with comrades
15	Muscatyuzu		Yuzu Muscat, let’s have fun dancing at the sports festival
16	Love me, Love youMrs. GREEN APPLE		A message song of love and kindness
17	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		A children’s song arranged in a rock style by WANIMA
18	POKÉDANCEnanahira		A dance tune that sings of the joy of friendship and new encounters
19	Yes we areSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		A dance track that sings of Sandaime J Soul Brothers’ determination
20	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		You can feel the courage to face difficulties in a rock song.
21	Wake up!AAA		A refreshing, high-speed dance for the One Piece theme song
22	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		Mela by Ryokuoushoku Shakai is suitable for a sports festival
23	DoraemonHoshino Gen		Popular at sports festivals as the Doraemon theme song
24	New Treasure IslandSakanakushon		Sakanaction film theme song dance recommended
25	School HeavenDream5		Dream5 covers Gakuen Tengoku
26	fatesumika		sumika "1" Dungeon Meshi opening theme
27	Turning Uparashi		Arashi’s 20th-anniversary commemorative dance song
28	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Liven up your sports day with the youthful rock anthem “Ao to Natsu”!
29	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		An anime song of courage and hope themed around angels and destiny
30	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI’s defiant opening theme song
31	Silent majorityKeyakizaka46		Keyakizaka46’s “Silent Majority” is a compelling dance tune
32	PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH		An irresistible EDM party tune
33	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		A proposal to dance to SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo”
34	OLA!!yuzu		Yuzu’s movie theme song, a Latin danceable track
35	Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento		Kento-san’s lively cheer song on this side
36	CharacterRyokushokushakai		A Ryokuoushoku Shakai song that the whole class can dance to
37	Goodbye DeclarationChinozo		Chinozo’s first work is trending on TikTok
38	Joyfulikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's Pocky commercial song
39	KICK&SLIDESandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		Beginner-Friendly Sports Day Dance Song: KICK & SLIDE
40	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism’s “Shukumei” is popular among students.
41	Rat-tat-tatSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		A popular, easy-to-dance-to song for the Ratata dance
42	Permission to DanceBTS		Let's dance to BTS's bright pop number
43	primary colorsYOASOBI		Become popular at the sports day with YOASOBI's "Sangenshoku"
44	Boom Boom BackBE:FIRST		Danceable song introduction of BE:FIRST
45	Dancing HeroOginome Yōko		Yoko Oginome’s “Dancing Hero” is popular for its various dances.
46	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s “Idea” is a positive, danceable song
47	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		The appeal of Sukima Switch’s signature song “Zenryoku Shonen”
48	Racing into the NightYOASOBI		YOASOBI's 'Racing into the Night' can be danced even by beginners.
49	Make you happyNiziU		NiziU’s “Make You Happy” is a big hit
50	Choo Choo TRAINEXILE		Introduction to EXILE’s dance number tracks
51	TTTwice		TWICE’s “TT” is a song that became a social phenomenon.
52	Tattayuzu		Yuzu’s upbeat dance number
53	One in a Million -On a Miraculous Night-GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE		The appeal of GENERATIONS’ laid-back dance tracks
54	Heavy rotationAKB48		AKB48’s cheer song for a sports day
55	Bluma to LunchBLOOM VASE		BLOOM VASE’s trending TikTok song
56	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE's refreshing number
57	Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya		The Appeal of the Jujutsu Kaisen Opening Theme Song
58	Yowanehaki feat. Wanuka, asmiMAISONdes		A Japanese-style song about apartment residents
59	Make you happyNiziU		NiziU’s smash hit, the Jump Rope Dance
60	So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster		Popular songs by Little Glee Monster
61	loveHoshino Gen		Let's liven up the sports day with Gen Hoshino's 'Koi Dance'
62	AdventureYOASOBI		A YOASOBI song featured in a USJ commercial
63	Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48		Rino Sashihara-centered smash hit song
64	R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		A signature song by Sandaime J Soul Brothers that's perfect for a sports day
65	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		Get hyped with the theme song of Your Name.
66	Train TrainTHE BLUE HEARTS		The Blue Hearts’ classic song “Train-Train”
67	Odoru-LoopFurederikku		Frederic’s “Oddloop” is a rock song popular for its arm-raising-and-lowering dance.
68	360°miwa		miwa “360°” Doraemon movie theme song
69	Clap your handsNICO Touches the Walls		NICO Touches the Walls, Clap Your Hands
70	idolYOASOBI		YOASOBI idol big boom
71	paprikaFoorin		NHK's Olympic support song, written and composed by Kenshi Yonezu
72	Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku		An encouraging song for a Pokémon sports day
73	SenbonzakuraWagakki Band		A proposal to dance to Wagakki Band’s Senbonzakura
74	FLASHPerfume		FLASH is a hype song for a movie theme.
75	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		The upbeat songs by Little Glee Monster are suitable for sports days.
76	dissonanceKeyakizaka46		Keyakizaka46 is appealing for their powerful dancing.
77	100% CourageHikaru GENJI		Hikaru GENJI’s Yūki 100% is still loved today.
78	WinnerShonan no Kaze		Shonan no Kaze’s “Winner” gets the crowd hyped with towel-spinning.
79	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		Popular songs by SEKAI NO OWARI
80	Toryanseatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		The new-school leaders’ “Toryanse” is an innovative yet approachable song.
81	Start!Inoue Sonoko		Sonoko Inoue’s cheer song for sports day
82	P.A.R.T.Y. ~Universe Festival~DA PUMP		DA PUMP's fun dance song
83	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		The opening theme song of Demon Slayer. It was also performed at the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
84	chantAdo		Ado's “Show” is an EDM track suited for sports day events.
85	SWINGTwice		Globally popular for TWICE’s catchy pop songs
86	phonyTsumiki		Phony is a highly rated song
87	T.G.I. Friday NightTravis Japan		Travis Japan's party tune
88	Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		Momoclo’s signature school-themed song
89	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		Vaundy work, a rousing fight song
90	Odoru Pompoko RinE-girls		E-girls version of Chibi Maruko-chan
91	Chocolate DiscoPerfume		Introducing Perfume’s upbeat songs for sports day
92	mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism		Higedan Dism’s “Mixed Nuts” will hype up the venue
93	Opening DeclarationNovelbright		Epic songs by a rock band and passionate dance
94	KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi		An anime theme song, a masterpiece co-created with King Gnu
95	BusterzINI		INI, a powerful track that pushes the limits
96	exciteMiura Daichi		Perfectly copy Miura Daichi’s “EXCITE” dance
97	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		Introduction to Superfly's 2010 World Cup theme song
98	Sign of LovePUFFY		PUFFY’s “Ai no Shirushi” is popular again
99	Pirapīpirafu seijin		Children’s dance song by Pilafians is popular
100	Follow MeE-girls		Customize E-girls’ signature song for dance beginners
101	Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE		BOYSTYLE is the opening theme song
102	When the wind blows, loveChatto Monchī		Chatmonchy's 'When the Wind Blows, Love'
103	CarnivalMAZZEL		Monster awakening exhilaration
104	SmileMori Nana		The impressive song of Oronamin CCM
105	Nanchu Soran ~Fischer’s Version~		Fischer’s Nanchuu Soran video is trending
106	YummyJustin Bieber		Justin Bieber's love song
107	sparkleFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s dance-number love story
108	swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu		A hopeful song by YOASOBI and children
109	Living in ColorChantry Johnson and Dewain Whitmore		Expressing the parade’s splendor with the Disney Resort 40th anniversary song
110	I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi		Recommend Naniwa Danshi’s “Sachiare” for the sports day
111	Love Revolution 21Mōningu Musume.		Morning Musume’s smash hit song “Love Revolution 21”
112	I am the strongest.Ado		Expressing the determination to face difficulties with a powerful singing voice
113	Thriller		Michael Jackson's Thriller is easy to dance to.
114	NEW DANCEXG		XG’s new song sends the dance floor into a frenzy
115	Smile (Hanakappa)Kamisiraishi Moka		Hanakappa's opening theme, a classic filled with smiles
116	HabitSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI’s “Habit” is an award-winning song used as a movie theme
117	ultramarineYOASOBI		YOASOBI's theme song of self-expression and courage
118	P.A.R.T.Y.DA PUMP		A dance tune with upbeat lyrics that resonates with the heart
119	Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo		The opening theme song of the new Pokémon anime
120	superstarKetsumeishi		A hip-hop and pop fusion, a cheering anthem that celebrates talent
121	Everyone’s a star!Haisukūru Myūjikaru		Disney movie, a classic you can sing and dance to
122	New EraAdo		Choreography tips for Ado’s “New Genesis” at a sports day
123	Bang Bang ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki MinajJessie J		A song that powerfully expresses women's confidence and allure
124	GOLD FINGER ’99Gō Hiromi		A classic sports day song: a Latin track by Hiromi Go
125	The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando		Disney Villains-themed Halloween dance
126	It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando		A pop dance song by Vanellope for children
127	Super Dancin’ ManiaTokyo Dizunīrando		Dance track for a Disney Land club event
128	SignalWANIMA		WANIMA “Signal” that hypes up the sports day
129	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		Sambomaster’s uplifting classic
130	StarmineDa-iCE		An uplifting song themed around fireworks
131	APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars		A fusion track of pop and rock from South Korea
132	Brand new dayTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto		Beginner-friendly dance to the Disney 35th anniversary commemorative song
133	PlayPerfume		Perfume’s “Saisei” is lively and uplifting
134	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song of courage to live facing forward
135	A New AngleTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Characteristics and Uses of Baymax Music
136	TimingBurakku Bisukettsu		Popular songs perfect for a lively sports day
137	Refreshing and invigoratingSukotto Erikuson, Gōdon Guddouin		Japanese-style dance of the Disney Summer Festival
138	PopopopoposeGReeeeN		A song that kids can dance to happily with a smile
139	Ninnin Nintama Ondo		Introducing the popularity and the ondo (traditional dance/song) of Nintama Rantarō
140	Princess WaltzDizunīrando Pari		Beautiful dance of a Disney Princess
141	Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Baymax’s fun dance track with energetic choreography
142	Happy RideTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Introduction to Baymax's Popular Attractions and Songs
143	B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu		Baymax’s Fun Dance Song
144	Happiness Is HereTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto		Easy to dance to as the main song of a Disney parade
145	To Us Who Were Once GeniusesCreepy Nuts		Hype up the sports day with Creepy Nuts’ powerful song
146	Biri MillionYuuri		Yuri’s “Birimirion” is a classic song for sports festivals.
147	A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki		Danceable songs by Masaki Suda
148	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā		A hit song that breezily captures the feelings of a heartbroken man
149	ThrillerMaikeru Jakuson		Michael Jackson’s Thriller is a massive hit
150	Senbonzakura		Have fun dancing to the sakura theme with Senbonzakura
151	Chu, diversity.ano		Expressing oneself with a powerful, energetic singing voice
152	Kono Yubi Tomareyosugala		An anthem that supports those facing setbacks and loneliness
153	DREAMIN’ONDa-iCE		A song of infinite possibilities and an adventurous spirit
154	Sparkly Kingdom on the Cloudsshimajirou		Fun sports day songs that capture children's hearts
155	We are little pirates.hiromichi & tanizou		Stimulating children's imaginations with a pirate dance
156	Exciting Paradehiromichi & tanizou		A lively dance song introduction for the Minami-jima Parade
157	Love burst forth.yuzu		A refreshing movie theme song that captures the thrill of romance
158	Ballooooon!!Naoto Intiraymi		A heartwarming song you can enjoy with children
159	Under the SeaRitoru Māmeido		A cheerful mermaid princess song in a calypso style
160	SmileKamisiraishi Moka		The opening theme song of Hanakappa
161	magic musicKimura Kaera		Kimura Kaela’s refreshing song that brightens up the summer
162	Real Gonekāzu		Anthropomorphized Disney films tickle the imagination.
163	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		The youth-boosting song of the Shin Gakkō Leaders
164	Zankyo SankaAimer		Aimer’s sports day dance song that sings of hope and courage
165	SorryJustin Bieber		Justin Bieber's dance number song
166	Hey MickeySweet California		A sweet love song, energetic and bright
167	Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT		THE SUPER FRUIT's Sakura Fure Fure is perfect for flag dancing
168	MORNIING SUNEXILE B HAPPY		A bright, uplifting cheer song that gives hope and courage