Fun to dance! A roundup of recommended dance songs for young children, perfect for daycare and sports days
Dance activities in daycare and at sports festivals are very important times for children!By moving their bodies to music, they can learn a sense of fun and rhythm.Choosing a special dance for the upcoming sports festival is one of the exciting parts, too.Here, we introduce recommended dance songs for young children that are perfect for daycare and sports festivals.Kids who are tuned into trends will also enjoy dancing to more mature-sounding songs.Choose dances and exercises that match the children’s preferences, and have both kids and adults get excited together!
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Fun to dance! A roundup of recommended dance songs for preschoolers for daycare and sports days (181–190)
Senbonzakura
Senbonzakura is a song written, composed, and arranged by Kurousa-P.
It has been covered by many artists and remains hugely popular in “tried singing” and “tried playing” videos.
It’s a big hit with children—why not dance to it cheerfully and energetically? In keeping with the title “Senbonzakura,” you could use cherry blossom branches, and since it has a traditional Japanese flavor, it would also look great with Japanese-style costumes.
If your team incorporates movements like Yosakoi, it could become a wonderful performance for a school sports day and a great memory with friends.
Zankyo SankaAimer
Aimer’s songs, which sing of hope and courage with powerful, beautiful melodies, are perfect for dances where children move as one in body and spirit.
The lyrics, themed around the importance of bravely moving forward, and the bright, light rhythm leave a strong impression.
Released in December 2021, this track also gained popularity as a TV anime opening theme.
Its upbeat tempo and rhythmic development make it easy to dance to at school sports festivals, helping bring out children’s smiles and energy.
It’s also fun to get creative with choreography for each class or group.
Through the joy of dancing, it can be used to create lasting memories in children’s hearts.
DREAMIN’ONDa-iCE
Let me introduce a song that celebrates limitless possibilities and a spirit of adventure.
Da-iCE’s uplifting mid-tempo tune portrays the passion of chasing dreams and the courage to keep moving forward.
It carries a positive message about treasuring bonds with friends, staying true to your beliefs, and stepping into a new world.
Released in August 2020, the track also drew attention as the opening theme for the Wano Country arc of the TV anime One Piece.
The powerful vocals and dance performance showcase Da-iCE’s unique appeal to the fullest.
This song is also recommended for dance time at sports days or for performances at school events.
Move your body to the melody, and you’ll naturally find yourself smiling.
Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song delivers a powerful message—“Let’s live brightly and face forward”—that truly resonates.
Released by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE in 2023, it was written as the theme for the TV drama “Even If It’s Only Sunday Night.” Its hopeful lyrics and lively melody blend beautifully, inspiring courage and a positive outlook on life.
The piece embodies the strength to overcome limits and the importance of staying true to oneself, and its universal message has captivated many listeners.
It has also garnered widespread acclaim, including Best Video at MTV VMAJ 2023 in November and the 65th Japan Record Award.
Perfect for morning exercises or school sports days, its upbeat vibe brings out children’s energy and is sure to warm the hearts of the audience as well.
We are little pirates.hiromichi & tanizou
This is a fun dance song for kindergarteners that portrays children diving into adventure as pirates.
Included on the March 2021 album by Hiromichi & Tanizou, “Everyone’s Sports Day! – Request Best Selection,” the track features a catchy rhythm and an energetic vibe.
With an easy-to-imagine theme and simple choreography, it sparks children’s imagination while conveying the joy of moving their bodies.
Perfect for sports day events at kindergartens and nursery schools, it’s a song that naturally brings smiles to kids’ faces.
Through practicing for sports day, children can also experience the joy of dancing together with friends.
Ballooooon!!Naoto Intiraymi
A lively song that kids can enjoy together was released by Naoto Inti Raymi in May 2013.
Filled with childhood memories, this piece gently conveys the value of what’s important through the joy and disappointment surrounding a balloon.
Included on the album “Nice catch the moment!,” it is loved by a wide range of listeners, from children to adults, thanks to its bright rhythm and touching lyrics.
The chorus, which can get the whole venue excited, is perfect for sports day interludes or dances everyone can do together! It’s highly recommended as a song that nursery and kindergarten teachers can use to have fun creating choreography with their students while practicing.
Team up with energetic older kindergarteners, prepare cute costumes and props, and create a memorable, wonderful performance.
TimingBurakku Bisukettsu
We’d like to introduce a song that’s perfect for a bright and energetic atmosphere at children’s sports days! It’s a single by Black Biscuits, released in April 1998, which reached No.
2 on the Oricon charts and became a huge hit with about 1.48 million copies sold.
Its pop, uplifting melody and lively beat have an irresistible rhythm that naturally gets kids moving.
It’s a well-known favorite among J-pop fans and continues to be loved across generations, even being performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December 2023.
The lyrics, which sing about important moments in everyday life, make it perfect for practice time leading up to the dance segment of a sports day.
The fun choreography that kids can energetically dance to with friends is sure to become a popular program for preschoolers’ sports festivals.