Popular songs recommended for nursery and kindergarten sports days! A collection of classic and latest tracks to liven up the event

Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento

Sure thing / Kocchino Kento MV

[Sure, with pleasure] Kocchinoken and MV “Simple Dance” — A simple arranged dance you can do at sports days or recitals!

“Hai Yorokonde,” sung by Kento from Kocchi, is a song packed with an upbeat, fun vibe and a positive message.

Set to a lively rhythm, the chorus repeats the phrase “Giri-Giri Dance,” making it easy for kids to remember and dance along to.

Released in May 2024, the song became a big hit on social media platforms like TikTok.

The choreography is simple, and dancing together is sure to bring out lots of smiles! It’s also great for events like sports days and recitals.

Lovely Wonderlandshimajirou

Lovely Wonderland - Kodomo Challenge [Shimajiro Channel Official]

Set to a bright, rhythmic melody, this song celebrates children’s spirit of adventure and the joy of discovering something new every day.

It portrays the entire Earth as a wonderful place of adventure for kids, spreading a warm, inclusive world where everyone can dance together and have fun.

It was included on the DVD “Shimajiro no Wao!” released in February 2015 and is also used in the dance segment of the TV program.

The song is memorable for Shimajiro and his friends energetically singing and dancing in nature.

It’s perfect for enjoying with children at nursery and kindergarten events, as well as for dance time at home.

We are little pirates.hiromichi & tanizou

[Gymnastics, Sports Day Dance] We Are Little Pirates! [Daycare, Kindergarten, Dance, Gymnastics, Elementary School, Recital, Sports Day]

This is a fun dance song for preschoolers that depicts children immersing themselves in pirate adventures.

Included on the March 2021 album by Hiromichi & Tanizou, “Everyone’s Sports Day! ~Request Best Selection~,” the track captivates with its rhythmic melody and energetic vibe.

With an easy-to-picture theme and simple choreography, it sparks children’s imaginations while conveying the joy of moving their bodies.

It’s perfect for kindergarten and nursery school sports day scenes, bringing natural smiles to the kids’ faces.

Through practicing for the event, they can also feel the joy of dancing together with friends!

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.

Anpanman Exercisedoriimingu

Anpanman Taiso (Anpanman Gymnastics)

A lively, high-energy song that makes classic sports day events even more fun! Its bright, positive lyrics lift children’s spirits, and the rhythmic melody and easy-to-follow choreography make everyone want to move naturally.

Released by Dreaming in March 1993, this track was also used as the ending theme for the TV anime “Anpanman.” The song carries a message of holding hands with friends and overcoming moments of lost confidence or loneliness together, making it a perfect choice to accompany the tamaire (ball-toss) event at school sports days.

Highly recommended for those looking for a song everyone can enjoy dancing to while coming up with choreography that incorporates tamaire motions with the children.

Sun Sun Exercisedoriimingu

Sansan Exercise (TV size ver.) [Official Ending Theme]

[Full Song] Sansan Taiso | Anpanman [Preschoolers, Nursery, Kindergarten, Ages 0, 1, 2, 3+] Tried Dancing

This lively, upbeat piece, hugely popular with children, is a gymnastics song released in August 1995.

Its highlights are the cute choreography inspired by sunlight and the irresistibly catchy, rhythmic melody.

Set to Dreaming’s vocals in the world of Anpanman, children naturally join in with smiles.

It’s perfect for spicing up a sports day, since kids can have fun dancing together with Anpanman and his friends.

The song is also included on the album “Soreike! Anpanman Best Hit ’21” and is beloved by many children as the ending theme of the TV anime “Soreike! Anpanman.” With a setting that feels like taking a walk with Anpanman and his friends, be sure to try dancing to it with the kids at your sports day!

William Tell OvertureRosshīni

[Yuri Simonov] William Tell Overture Gioachino Rossini: Opera “William Tell”, Overture (March of the Swiss Army)

The overture to a grand opera by Rossini, one of Italy’s most iconic composers.

Structured in four parts, it begins at dawn, passes through a storm scene, moves into pastoral tranquility, and then unfolds into a heroic march—a truly masterful progression.

Premiered in 1829, this work became widely known as the opening theme of the American TV series The Lone Ranger and was also used on Fuji TV’s Oretachi Hyokin-zoku, lodging itself in the memories of many.

Its powerful rhythms and dynamic melodies make it perfect for the exit scene at a school sports day, heightening the excitement as participants leave the field and bringing the event to a rousing, resonant close.