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[Sports Day] Flag Dance Choreography Ideas

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Flag dances are a popular event at school sports days.

Not only is the dance itself fun, but holding flags makes it look even more exciting.

Here, we introduce songs and choreography for flag dances you can perform at a sports day.

If you have a favorite song but no time to come up with choreography, please use this as a reference.

There are plenty of routines you can copy right away, so everyone should be able to enjoy dancing together.

Let’s practice as a group and create fun memories to make the sports day even more exciting!

Give it a try!

[Sports Day] Flag Dance Choreography Ideas (21–30)

I wish you lots of happinessNaniwa Danshi

[Sachi Are] Naniwa Danshi 'Easy Dance & Flag' — Dance for sports day or at home! A dance for preschoolers and elementary school kids!

I wish you lots of happiness, Naniwa Danshi

Naniwa Danshi’s second single, released in 2022, is “Sachi Are.” It was selected as the theme song for Fuji TV’s morning information program “Mezamashi TV,” and it reached No.

1 on both the Oricon and Billboard single charts.

The fresh, morning-appropriate sound and the energetic, up-tempo beat make it heartwarming to watch kids dance along.

With simple choreography—like crossing a flag in front of the chest and spreading and waving the hands wide—it’s a great recommendation for lower elementary school students’ performances at sports day events.

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Opening DeclarationNovelbright

[For Sports Day] Novelbright “Opening Declaration” <Refreshing> Akane Project Easy Version (Dance ONE Project ’22) Flag & Dance for Elementary and Middle School Students

Opening DeclarationNovelbright

Novelbright’s Declaration of Opening is a song whose fusion of band performance and orchestral elements evokes a grand, expansive image.

It was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s information program Sukkiri in its nationwide high school dance club support project, so some of the choreography the students actually danced has been incorporated into the flag routine as well.

If you want to try more challenging moves, check out the original video and give it a shot!

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seven colorsBUMP OF CHICKEN

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seven colorsBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Nanairo” is a perfect match for flag dancing with its brisk, refreshing sound.

Released as a single in 2021, it was chosen as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Welcome Back, Monet” and reached number one on both the Oricon and Billboard singles charts.

Choreography that makes use of two-colored flags to express “stillness” and “motion” creates a dynamic performance when executed sharply.

The moves are relatively simple, so even children in nursery school or kindergarten should be able to give it a try.

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You don’t have to force a smile.Jupiter Girl

[Jupiter Girl] You don’t have to force a smile – I tried dancing [Flag] [Original Choreography]

You don't have to force a smile. Jupiter Girl

The perfect song for a beautiful, graceful choreographed dance is “You Don’t Have to Force a Smile.” It was created by singer-songwriter Atsu Mizuno and uses the vocal synthesizer KAFU.

With its beautifully resonant piano sound, the elegance of the flags fluttering will stand out.

Use two flags: begin by holding them together for the first part, then switch to one in each hand in the latter half for a more dynamic performance.

This will create a stronger sense of unity and make the routine more powerful.

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Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT

[Sakura Fure Fure] THE SUPER FRUIT “Flag & Color Gloves & Easy Dance” — A simple arranged dance you can perform at sports days and recitals!

Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT

The perfect match of chorus lyrics and choreography for flag dancing is THE SUPER FRUIT’s “Sakura Fure Fure.” Released in 2023 as their third single, it was selected as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s music variety show “Buzz Rhythm 02.” A flag even makes a brief appearance in the music video, making it ideal for flag dance.

Seeing children energetically waving their flags to the chorus lyrics is sure to delight their parents and guardians.

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In conclusion

The songs we introduced this time included many rhythms that are perfect for gracefully twirling flags.

A wonderful performance woven from the elegant movements of the flags and the music will surely become a moving highlight of the sports festival.

By practicing repeatedly and synchronizing your movements, you will create a marvelous stage that will remain in the audience’s hearts.