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 young children for daycare and sports days (211–220)
Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu
This is a lively, friendly dance track used for the Baymax’s Happy Ride attraction at Tokyo Disneyland.
It’s a song that lets you feel the fun of moving your body to the rhythm, featuring original choreography that uses both hands and feet.
Kids can pick it up quickly, making it perfect for school sports days and recreational dances.
Just like the attraction, it brings out energetic movements and smiles, brightening the atmosphere across the venue.
It’s also easy to add your own arrangements, encouraging creativity from each team—another big draw.
The content is easy to incorporate into recitals as well.
Highly recommended as a dance track that both performers and spectators can enjoy together.
Brand new dayTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto
A song created to commemorate the 35th anniversary of Tokyo Disney Resort.
Its bright, hope-filled melody is striking.
It starts at a slow tempo and gradually builds excitement, making it easy for dance beginners to join in and naturally get moving.
Adding movements like spreading your arms wide together and jumping as the chorus approaches will create a sense of unity.
Incorporating choreography that matches the lyrics brings out a narrative feel and makes it even more enjoyable.
Used at school or community events, it will move many people.
The glamorous music and uplifting message will greatly elevate the atmosphere of the occasion.
BarararararararaTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto
The happy dance using the “balalalalalala” song from Baymax is bright and perfect for kids to perform at events like sports days.
It’s recommended to let the children listen to the song beforehand so they get used to it, then incorporate it into the dance.
By coordinating costumes and making pompoms to add flair, the children’s performance will look even more vibrant and become an ideal dance for a sports day.
Teachers and kids alike—make it a cheerful, fun dance full of smiles!
CharacterRyokushokushakai
We’re excited to introduce the perfect song for a school sports day dance! Featured on the album “Actor,” this track is a lively, empowering cheer song released in January 2022.
Its upbeat, rhythmic sound is packed with messages that let each child shine.
It was also used in Morinaga’s “in Jelly” commercial, and with its adorable choreography, it’s a captivating tune that wins children’s hearts.
The dance for this song features moves that let kids express their individuality, allowing each of them to showcase their unique character.
With the bright, cheerful vibe of Ryokuoushoku Shakai, it’s also a great choice for parents to enjoy together.
How about presenting a fun dance at your sports day, along with the children’s wonderful smiles?
March of the RoadHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
A lively marching tune has arrived! Introducing the January 2025 “Song of the Month” from Okaasan to Issho, sung by Yuichiro Hanada and Maya Nagata.
Set to bright brass and snappy drum rhythms, this cheerful piece expresses the feeling of facing forward and moving ahead.
You can clap along to the rhythmic beat and move your body with a big smile.
It’s also included on the album “NHK Okaasan to Issho Latest Best: Hyu-rara Bun-bun!” so it can be enjoyed both at home and in childcare settings.
It’s a wonderful piece for the start of a new year, perfect for sharing the feeling of walking toward the future together with parents and children.
Ghost Fireworks Ondo
“Ghost Fireworks Ondo” captures a fun, summery vibe.
Its unique world where friendly ghosts appear blends with lively images of fireworks, unfolding in ways that spark children’s imaginations.
The music layers sounds like drums and flutes, clearly evoking the atmosphere of a Bon dance.
The singing is approachable, with vivid expression that seems to breathe life into the ghosts.
The dance choreography is easy to pick up, making it useful for preschools and local summer events.
Combining playfulness with a seasonal feel, this piece is the perfect ondo for summer festivals.
Tanuki Lord’s Ondo
“Tanuki no Tonosama Ondo” is a playful ondo that portrays the cheerful world of tanuki.
The song weaves in humorous scenes, inviting dancers to move as if enjoying a story.
Its tempo is calm yet easy to follow, making it perfect for Bon Odori.
The vocals are gentle, creating a soothing atmosphere that children can sing along to with ease.
Traditional Japanese instruments envelop the piece, giving it a distinctly Japanese sensibility.
The choreography—like handclaps and the tanuki’s tummy-patting—makes movements easy to express, welcoming participants of all ages.
This song, which lets you experience the tanuki’s delightful tale through music and dance, will color a memorable moment of summer.