Recommended Songs for Group Gymnastics: A Collection of Tracks to Elevate Your Routine [2026]

Blood, Sweat & Tears -Japanese Ver.-BTS

BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) 'Blood, Sweat & Tears - Japanese Ver.' Official MV

BTS’s music is known for its emotionally rich lyrics and dynamic beats, and those qualities shine throughout this work as well.

Centered on passionate love and desire, it portrays the conflicts and pain born from the intensity of those feelings in words that are both beautiful and heartrending.

Released on May 10, 2017 as the Japanese version of the album WINGS, this release—which includes the title track along with other standouts—received high acclaim both in Japan and abroad.

It’s no surprise that it has earned numerous awards for its outstanding performances and visuals.

This track, packed with BTS’s sincere attitude and artistic expressiveness, will resonate with anyone who lives life to the fullest while experiencing its joys and sorrows.

It’s also a great recommendation as BGM for coordinated group gymnastics, where everyone comes together as one!

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

A masterpiece that was used as an insert song in director Makoto Shinkai’s record-breaking hit anime Your Name, and that instantly spread the name of the rock band RADWIMPS.

Even people who haven’t seen the film have surely heard the chorus somewhere.

It’s a song often used as background music for moving scenes on TV shows, and I think it’s perfect for hyping up the final moment of elementary and junior high school group gymnastics performances.

A dramatic A and B verse, and a chorus that feels like an explosion of emotion.

It will undoubtedly match the students’ wholehearted effort!

Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now (Official Video)

Queen’s catalog is packed with hits everyone has heard, but one particular track from their 1978 album “Jazz” can truly be called one of their signature songs.

It brims with explosive energy, enveloping listeners in an overwhelming surge of exhilaration.

Freddie Mercury’s vibrant vocals and the band’s exquisite ensemble playing create a sound that feels as if it transcends time and space.

Released in January 1979, the song reached No.

9 in the UK.

It has continued to be loved for years, appearing in films and never losing its luster.

It would make a perfect soundtrack for a group gymnastics performance, sure to ignite maximum excitement.

You can almost see the team coming together as one to deliver a brilliant, triumphant display.

RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION “Rewrite” (M-1 Grand Prix 2024 Promotion Video Theme Song)

Songs by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION are popular for their beautiful melodies and profound lyrics, and there’s a particular track on the album “Sol-fa” that’s especially recommended as background music for group gymnastics! It’s a highly message-driven song that encourages self-reflection and gives you the courage to take a new step, powerfully resonating with listeners.

Since its 2004 release, it has been included not only on the classic album “Sol-fa,” but also on their best-of collection, and it drew attention for being used as the opening theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.

Its alternative sound will add punch and dynamism to a performance and is sure to inspire listeners.

Definitely try using it as BGM for group gymnastics!

Heaven and HellOfufenbakku

Heaven and Hell / Sports Day BGM

Its exhilarating melody and lively rhythm make it perfect for a sports day finale.

Born in 19th-century France, this work originated from a story that satirically portrays the absurdities of human society through the gods of Olympus.

With its catchy phrases—familiar to almost everyone—and a performance full of vitality, it puts listeners in a joyful mood.

Premiered in Paris in October 1858, it went on to achieve 228 performances by the following year.

Since then, it has continued to be performed worldwide and used in a variety of settings.

The melodic line, in harmony with the rhythm of running footsteps, will create impeccable timing as an exit march for school sports festivals and athletic meets.

Shake It OffTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Shake It Off

The songs included on 1989 mark one of the works that declared her shift to being “officially pop,” becoming a major turning point in Swift’s musical career.

In particular, one track themed around the strength to keep moving forward without giving in to media criticism sings about the importance of living true to yourself.

Its positive message and the upbeat sound that makes everyone want to dance are perfect as background music for a group gymnastics routine! It’s sure to fill everyone’s hearts with energy and courage.

It also shines as a dance number, making it an excellent match for a performance.

Your wish makes the world shine.MISIA

[Whether you can hear or not] MISIA – Your Wish Makes the World Shine [Danceable Dance Studio @ Tokyo]

Among Disney fans, the question that always comes up is: “Are you Team Land or Team Sea?” Of course, the punchline is that you can’t pick just one.

“Believe! Sea of Dreams,” held at Mediterranean Harbor in Tokyo DisneySea, is a popular nighttime show.

Its featured insert song is “Your Wish Lights Up the World.” The grand, sweeping quality typical of MISIA’s ballads fits this show perfectly.

It would be ideal as background music for a pyramid formation at an elementary school sports day, and it also works well as BGM for performance-style presentations by upper-grade students.