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

When it comes to the highlights of a school sports day, group gymnastics definitely stands out! In recent years, out of concern for safety, there’s been a trend away from large-scale pyramids and similar formations.

Even so, seeing a large group move in perfect sync and perform a variety of routines is truly moving.

Group gymnastics has countless memorable moments, and to elevate them, BGM is absolutely essential! Classical pieces that are considered the standard are beautiful, of course, but J-pop songs that everyone knows are also extremely popular! In this article, we’ll carefully select and introduce recommended songs for group gymnastics BGM from a wide range of genres—use it as a guide for your playlist!

Recommended songs for group gymnastics: A roundup of tracks to elevate your performance [2026] (21–30)

Bridge of Gloryyuzu

Yuzu “Eikou no Kakehashi” Music Video
Bridge of Gloryyuzu

Isn’t this one of the classic songs often played at school sports festivals? It’s “Eikou no Kakehashi” by Yuzu.

It’s a wonderful song no matter when you listen to it.

It begins with a gentle, conversational singing voice—so lovely and tender.

And the chorus carries a very passionate message that cheers you on.

“Eikou no Kakehashi” is a beautiful number that could bring you to tears.

It suits group gymnastics well.

You’ll be able to keep going with confidence until the end.

It’s sure to move you to tears.

ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism)KERENMI

KERENMI / ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism) [Music Video]
ROOFTOPS feat. Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism)KERENMI

This is the song “ROOFTOPS feat.

Satoshi Fujiwara (Official HIGE DANDism)” released by music producer Koichi Tsutaya under his project KERENMI.

It’s sung by Satoshi Fujiwara from Official HIGE DANDism.

The song was also used in a TV drama.

The lyrics, which encourage us to overcome our scars and keep going together, are inspiring, aren’t they? If it played during a group gymnastics formation built with teammates, I think it would ignite everyone’s spirits!

Recommended songs for group gymnastics: A roundup of tracks to elevate your performance [2026] (31–40)

Tumbling high in the sky!!Wada Takafumi

A piece by composer Takafumi Wada, who has worked on music across a wide range of fields including films, TV dramas, TV anime, and games.

Featured on the soundtrack of the TV drama Tumbling, the arrangement builds from a solemn opening into a grand ensemble, heightening anticipation for the performance.

Its depth and dynamic phrasing are sure to raise the performers’ energy and draw in the audience.

A recommended BGM that elevates group gymnastics into a single work of art.

Tufted puffinHakasé Tarō

You could say he’s someone who changed the image of the classic, staple instrument—the violin.

As many of you know, it’s the violinist Taro Hakase.

In the late 1980s, he was a member of the group KRYZLER & KOMPANY, which took the violin world by storm.

He then made his solo debut and became a huge hit—Taro Hakase’s worldwide hit number, Etupirka.

It’s well known as the ending theme of the TV program Jounetsu Tairiku.

With its expansive melody, it conjures up vast landscapes before your eyes.

It’s a wonderful number I recommend for group gymnastics.

When you’re exhausted or feel like giving up, Etupirka will encourage you.

prideGReeeeN

A huge hit with kids too, GreeeeN’s hit number “Pride.” This song was chosen as the 2012 ABC Summer High School Baseball cheering song.

As you’d expect for summer high school baseball, it carries a strong message.

The simple, easy-to-understand lyrics are great.

It’s a cheering song that everyone can enjoy, from little kids to adults.

It’s a perfect number for sports day.

The bright, rap-like groove and powerful vocals will gently give you a push.

It’s also recommended for group gymnastics performances.

RPGSEKAI NO OWARI

A song by SEKAI NO OWARI that conveys a fantasy-like world and a positive message.

It has also been used as the theme song for the Crayon Shin-chan movie and in commercials, which speaks to its high level of recognition.

The band has described it as a track with an adventurous image, and the march-inspired sound evokes the feeling of moving forward together with companions.

Its easy-to-follow rhythm and the positive atmosphere of striving toward a goal make it a perfect fit for group gymnastics, where people collaborate to create a single work.

HeroAmuro Namie

Hero – Namie Amuro (Full)
HeroAmuro Namie

This is a famous song by Namie Amuro, who retired to much regret.

Used as the theme song for the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, it could be said to fit perfectly with all kinds of sports scenes.

The beautiful high notes in the chorus are striking, and if you use this song for a group gymnastics performance at a school sports day or athletic festival, I think playing it toward the end will create a very moving impression.