[For Seniors] Have Fun and Relieve Stress! Introducing Dances Everyone Can Enjoy Together
Don’t you ever feel like dancing when you hear a song? From simple to energetic, there are all kinds of dance styles, and they’re popular across a wide range of ages.
It might seem difficult, but we’ve gathered only easy options you can try right away.
In this article, we’ll introduce easy dance songs that everyone can enjoy together, especially for older adults! Please make use of them at senior day-care centers and other elder-care facilities.
If something feels a bit hard or if standing is unstable, just moving the upper body while seated can still be fun—highly recommended.
Focus more on enjoying yourself than on dancing perfectly! We hope everyone has a wonderful time together.
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[For Seniors] Have Fun and Relieve Stress! Group Dances Everyone Can Enjoy (1–10)
Shake It OffTaylor Swift
Let us introduce a rhythmic track from American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift: “Shake It Off.” Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” topped the charts in her home country, the United States, and remains known as her biggest hit to date.
How about moving your body to its upbeat tempo and positive lyrics? You can even try arranging and challenging yourself with the choreography.
Above all, it’s important to have fun as you take on the challenge—so aim to lift the mood and enjoy the vibe!
A Member of the Fire BrigadeRATS&STAR
It was quite a shock when, at the height of their popularity, Chanels changed their name to Rats & Star.
These days, it’s not unusual for comedians to change their stage names and become more popular, but back then it felt groundbreaking.
Their memorable first single under the new name was Mekumi no Hito.
People today might be more familiar with Kumi Koda’s cover version.
As long as you can nail the signature pose—the “Me!”—you can pretty much move however you like.
It’s a high-energy track that makes you want to move your body while reminiscing about the old days.
What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu
Let’s try some exercises to a catchy tune from The Drifters! We’re introducing “Ii Yu Da Na.” When you hear “Ii Yu Da Na,” you can’t help but hum along—especially when you’re soaking in a hot spring or bathtub, right? This time, we’ll relieve stress with an “Ii Yu Da Na” exercise routine that’s great whether you’re seated in a chair or standing.
The key is the choreography that makes you want to smile as you move your hands to the rhythm.
It’s something you can approach with a calm, relaxed feeling!
[For Seniors] Have Fun and Relieve Stress! Group Dances Everyone Can Enjoy (11–20)
UFOpinku redii
We’re introducing the classic hit “UFO,” known for Pink Lady’s harmonies and unique choreography.
Pink Lady is the idol duo that gained popularity with their bold costumes and humorous dance moves.
When it comes to their signature songs, many may come to mind, but this time let’s relieve stress by dancing along to “UFO.” In the video, the choreography has been simplified, so be sure to give it a try!
Hibari Misora MedleyMisora Hibari
Hibari Misora, the original diva who kept singing throughout the tumultuous Showa era.
What’s your favorite Hibari song? There’s no way to pick just one—from “Kanashiki Kuchibue” and “Tokyo Kid,” which supported the hearts of Japanese people after the war, to “Ringo Oiwake” and “Omatsuri Mambo,” which captivated the early days of television, her peak-era hits like “Yawara” and “Kanashii Sake,” and her late masterpiece “Kawa no Nagare no Yō ni.” So how about moving your body to a Hibari medley instead? Video sites even have clips that teach simple choreography.
I hope you can spend a delightful time along with your memories!
Sazae-san
An indispensable presence in the manga life of Machiko Hasegawa, the creator of Sazae-san, was her mother.
When Machiko said she wanted to become a disciple of Suihō Tagawa, the original author of Norakuro, it was her mother who offered no objections and worked tirelessly to help; and when her manga didn’t sell, it was her mother who encouraged and supported her.
I truly feel this is what unconditional love means.
Dancing to the Sazae-san theme song also sounds like fun.
It’s nice that it’s a tune everyone knows.
Since it has a lively tempo, creating our own original choreography would be enjoyable too!
Soran Bushi
Even the interjections of “hai-hai” that pop up mid-song make Soran Bushi fun.
Do you know which prefecture’s folk song it is? It actually originated in Hokkaido.
I’ve heard it began as a work song to synchronize movements during herring fishing.
It’s said to have four sections, such as “Boat-Rowing Ondo” and “Child-Drumming Ondo,” which makes it quite grand in scope.
In Hokkaido, some schools even dance Soran Bushi at their sports festivals, so it’s a perfect piece for exercise or dance! Try moving your body with choreography you create freely—whether in a Bon Odori style or an exercise style.