Dances that elementary school kids can do! Recommended tracks to liven up a school sports day
Every year, one of the biggest highlights at elementary school sports festivals is the dance! Dance songs are often a must-have part of the program.
Many people probably struggle with choosing the right music.
Here, we’ll introduce dance songs recommended for elementary school students.
We’ve gathered the latest popular tracks as well as fun, timeless favorites.
We’ve also prepared choreography videos, focusing on routines that are easy to learn even for busy people.
Packed with ideas to help both kids and adults enjoy the sports festival together—be sure to use this as a reference!
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Elementary schoolers can dance to these! Recommended dance songs that hype up sports day (1–10)
chantAdo


This work is an energetic track featuring compelling, powerful lyrics and melodies.
It carries a positive message about expressing your emotions and talents to the fullest and moving forward without being constrained by those around you.
It’s a collaboration song with USJ’s Halloween event, showcasing Ado’s powerful vocals and performance to the fullest.
Many people likely also remember the song’s choreography.
If you’re holding a sports festival in the fall, we recommend performing a dance to this song!
I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi


This song, “Sachi Are,” is by the seven-member idol group Naniwa Danshi, who made their CD debut in 2021 with “Ubu LOVE.” Released in 2022 as their second single, it was chosen as the theme song for the morning news program Mezamashi TV.
The track was produced by Yujin Kitagawa from Yuzu.
It’s a refreshing, very bright number that’s perfect as a dance song, too.
Dancing to a buzzworthy track like this will surely get kids more excited than the standard tunes!
Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE


The dance number to boost the excitement for the once-a-year big event, the sports day, is “Ao to Natsu.” It’s a song released in 2018 by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, a rock band known for delivering vibrant sounds to listeners.
Along with a driving, fast-paced band sound, it brings a positive message.
The choreography—waving to the uptempo beat and moving your hands dynamically—looks like a lot of fun.
If you want to create a strong sense of unity among upper-grade elementary school students, be sure to use this as a reference.
Elementary Schoolers Can Dance! Recommended Songs That Hype Up Sports Day (11–20)
Goodbye DeclarationChinozo


“Goodbye Sengen,” which gained popularity among people of all ages after a finger dance went viral on TikTok.
Released in 2020, the song was produced by the Vocaloid producer Chinozo.
Since it’s a tune many children are already familiar with, they should get used to the music quickly.
The finger dance performed by many is a bit complex and tricky with its finger movements, but it’s fine to simplify it while using the original choreography as a reference! Be sure to dance coolly through the non-chorus parts as well!
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YOASOBI is a unit that’s hugely popular not only with adults but also with kids.
Their song “Gunjō” was digitally released in 2020 as YOASOBI’s fifth single.
It was used in a commercial for Bourbon’s Alfort Mini Chocolate and also served as the entrance march for the 2022 National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
With elements like handclaps in the track, it’s a number that seems perfect for enjoying as a dance song.
The track is widely known, and it’s sure to be a dance tune that gets both children and adults excited.
Hello, hellon-buna(yorusika)×shittokingusu×terebisenshi


Hello Hello, the ending theme of the show Tensai TV-kun—affectionately known as “Tentere” and popular even among elementary school children.
Used since the 2020 season, the song was written and composed by n-buna, a member of Yorushika.
The choreography was created by s**t kingz, who have choreographed for numerous artists such as Johnny’s groups, SHINee, and EXO.
On the program, kids of the same age perform the dance, so with practice you can definitely dance it just as coolly and enjoyably!
Jamboree Mickey!Marco Marinangeli


“Jamboree Mickey!” is a song with an irresistibly catchy rhythm that sets children’s hearts racing.
It’s arranged based on the “Mickey Mouse March,” and just listening to it will put a smile on your face! As part of the entertainment programs at the Disney Resorts, it drew attention not only for its catchy music but also for its adorable dance videos.
Seeing elementary school kids dance to this song with all their energy at a school sports day would be absolutely wonderful! Be sure to learn the choreography and have a blast!



