Popular songs recommended for nursery school sports days! A roundup of classic crowd-pleasers and the latest hits
The preschool sports day is a once-a-year event that the children really look forward to! And you can’t do without BGM to boost the excitement! Upbeat music makes the competitions and dances even more fun, and it brightens the mood of both the children and the cheering adults.
Here, we’ll introduce recommended songs for sports day.
We’ve gathered energetic tracks that lift your spirits just by listening—beloved anime songs for kids, exercise tunes everyone can enjoy, and familiar classics.
Find songs that match the theme of your sports day or class, and create a fun atmosphere!
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Popular recommended songs for preschool sports day! A roundup of classic crowd-pleasers and the latest hits (31–40)
ultramarineYOASOBI
A great recommendation for a group activity using a large, disc-shaped cloth called a “parachute” (paraballoon) is YOASOBI’s “Gunjō.” “Gunjō” is a digital-only single released by YOASOBI in 2020 and was also chosen as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
Parachute performances, where children work together to put on a routine, are very popular and give parents a chance to witness their children’s growth firsthand.
The song’s just-right tempo makes it easy to perform to, and its lyrics about the importance of striving toward your dreams are truly moving.
POKÉDANCEnanahira
This piece is a fun dance tune set to charming electronic sounds and a light rhythm, celebrating friendship and the joy of new encounters.
Its English lyrics convey the message of “having fun with friends,” wrapping listeners in a warm atmosphere that brings smiles to everyone.
Released in February 2024, the song beautifully pairs Nanahira’s clear, expansive vocals with a cute melody, and the animated music video featuring partner Pokémon dancing became a hot topic.
A dance practice version by ENHYPEN was released at the same time, capturing the hearts of Pokémon fans.
With its rhythmic, upbeat vibe, it’s perfect for group performances like school sports festivals.
Pairing it with a balloon routine can make for an even more dazzling presentation.
OLA!!yuzu
This song by Yuzu features lyrics that deliver a positive message set to a bright, poppy melody.
It portrays a determination to move forward by overcoming failures and regrets, and its message is meant to give listeners courage and hope.
Released in April 2015, the track is also known as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: My Moving Story! Cactus Large Attack!” It’s an upbeat tune with a Latin flavor and a rhythmic groove that gets kids moving energetically.
It’s sure to get children excited when danced to at a school sports day.
Sumo ExerciseKeroponzu
A gymnastics song loved as a warm-up before sports days and recitals at nursery schools and kindergartens.
It’s a fun track featuring the spirited shouts unique to sumo and strong, bracing movements.
Created by Keropons, known for producing many unique play songs.
Since being included on the book-linked CD “CD Keropons no Asobi Neta 3,” released in February 2006, it has continued to be popular in childcare settings, and was also included on the best-of album “Everyday Asobo! Keropons BEST,” released in July 2019.
With easy-to-follow choreography that gets kids moving their bodies in big ways, it’s perfect for loosening up both hearts and bodies.
Even without complicated instructions from teachers, once the music starts, everyone can get into character as sumo wrestlers and have a great time together.
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Released in April 2023, this powerful track is distinguished by YOASOBI’s signature grand sound.
Blending pop, hip-hop, and rock elements, its dynamic arrangement creates the perfect hype for a school sports day dance.
The lyrics portray a protagonist who longs to be perfect and is determined to meet others’ expectations, delivering an uplifting message that boosts children’s spirits.
The song was produced as the opening theme for the TV anime Oshi no Ko and is included on the album THE BOOK 3.
Through practicing for sports day, it helps children learn to give their all toward their goals, supporting their growth.
Popular songs recommended for nursery school sports days! A roundup of classic crowd-pleasers and the latest hits (41–50)
Heart, on the dancing side.meiyo
This song carries the message of choosing what makes your heart dance, and it’s perfect for school sports days.
Sung by meiyo, it has a bright, uplifting vibe that gives you energy just by listening.
Released on January 1, 2023, it was also used as a CM song for the au Santaro series.
With its rhythmic tempo, kids will pick it up in no time.
Use it for entrance and exit marches or as BGM during events, and the whole venue will be filled with smiles for sure! It’s an energetic, exciting track that teachers and parents can enjoy together too.
Smile (Hanakappa)Kamisiraishi Moka
S.M.I.L.E., sung by Moka Kamishiraishi, captured the hearts of many children as the opening song for NHK’s anime Hanakappa.
Its happy lyrics that make you smile as you sing along and its catchy pop sound leave a strong impression.
It’s perfect as background music to liven up a school sports day, or as a dance track for kids to jump around to with full energy! When this song plays at the venue, even parents might find themselves moving to the rhythm.
