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[Sports Day] Flag Dance Choreography Ideas

[Sports Day] Flag Dance Choreography Ideas

Last updated:2025/5/2

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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 (1–10)

Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE

[Sports Day Dance Flag] Perfect for school sports day! Easy for anyone to dance! Dance & Flag: 'Que Sera Sera / Mrs. GREEN APPLE'

Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE

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GREEN APPLE’s “Que Sera Sera” is an upbeat, bright song that makes you feel positive.

In the dance sections, make your movements big and keep your gaze forward to look cool.

When waving the flags, hold them firmly with both hands so you can snap them in time with the music.

In the second half, when everyone moves to form a circle, be mindful and work quickly during the instrumental break so the formation comes together smoothly.

Finish by swinging the flags broadly and make the flag dance a cool success!

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Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE

Choreography for use at events like sports festivals (for upper grades): “Ao to Natsu” by Mrs. GREEN APPLE

Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE

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GREEN APPLE’s “Ao to Natsu” is a song that feels refreshing and full of speed, isn’t it? Clapping and wave-like hand movements can look cohesive if everyone in the group keeps them unified.

Using flags and incorporating side-to-side movements during the chorus also matches the music perfectly.

For the Thousand-Armed Kannon formation, it’s crucial to know each person’s position precisely and synchronize the timing exactly.

Let’s get the whole venue involved and fire up the crowd.

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migratory birdAlexandros

Migratory Bird, 2nd grade, sports day, flag, group performance, [Alexandros]

migratory bird Alexandros

Overflowing with hope that gives you courage, Alexandros’s “Wataridori” is a song that makes you grip your flag with strength, isn’t it? Flags unified in the class color create a cohesive look, and the movements appear more vibrant.

When waving the flag, you can express dynamic, crisp motion by adding variations in intensity and moving it up and down.

Enjoying your expressions as you wave will surely captivate those watching.

Be sure to have fun with your flag dance!

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Fly Highmilet

2024 Sports Day: 5th & 6th Grade Performance – Flag “Fly High” ~Toward the Future We Draw for Ourselves~

Fly Highmilet

Milet’s “Fly High,” full of freshness and hope, is perfect for flag routines.

When you wave the flag, put some force into it and keep your motions sharp.

Standing tall with your chest out while holding the flag will make you look confident and cool.

When the whole group rotates like a windmill, adjust your stride sideways little by little to match the rotation; this will align shapes and movements and create a unified windmill turn.

Choosing flag colors that match the song for each team is another key point.

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mixed nutsOfficial HIGE DANDism

[For Sports Day and Athletic Festivals] Official HIGE DANDism “Mixed Nuts” Easy Dance Choreography & Flags for Elementary and Middle School Students

mixed nuts Official HIGE DANDism

A great recommendation for “flag dance,” which is attracting attention as an expressive movement activity to replace group gymnastics, is Official HIGE DANDism’s “Mixed Nuts,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY.

During the dense, brooding intro, lower your flag into position and hold still to strike a cool pose.

From the first verse, gradually build excitement with a performance that contrasts motion and stillness.

In the chorus, swing the flag dynamically to aim for a powerful, impactful routine.

Give it a try!

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The Zero Sense10-FEET

[YOSAKOI Flag Team PV] 10-FEET – The Zeroth Sense @ Niigata So-Odori 2023 “San - SUN -”

The Zero Sense10-FEET

10-FEET’s “Dai Zero-kan” has a driving beat, lyrics, and melody that will energize a sports day.

When waving the flags, practice using your whole body so you can move quickly in time with the music.

Incorporating approachable, familiar dance moves will refine the overall flag routine even more.

Coordinating costumes and hairstyles with the song and choreography will add extra flair.

It’s also recommended to vary your movements with dynamics—swing the flag broadly and then more compactly, matching the song’s tempo.

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Mela!Green Yellow Society

[For Sports Days and School Performances] Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Mela!” Simple Dance Choreography & Flags for Preschool and Elementary School Children

Mela! Ryokuoushoku Shakai

“Mela!” is a song included on Ryokushaka’s 2020 album “SINGALONG.” Its up-tempo, driving sound makes smaller, easy-to-handle flags a great choice.

Performers hold two flags—one in each hand—and the routine incorporates various moves such as jumps and steps.

The precisely synchronized group performance unique to team events is powerful, and it will surely move the parents watching.

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