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 liven up sports day (51–60)
Green Pepper ExerciseArima Kana
Oshi no Ko is an anime attracting worldwide attention.
Its in-song track “Piman Taisō” (Green Pepper Exercise) is also widely used for anime dance videos.
In the story, it’s a song that the popular character Kana Arima sang during her child-actor days, so the vocals have a slightly youthful feel and the choreography is simple and cute.
That simplicity makes it easy to imitate, which may be one reason for its popularity.
Incidentally, videos on TikTok that even recreate the green-colored costume are trending.
If you’re planning to give it a try, use those as a reference.
Yowanehaki (feat. Wanuka & asmi)MAISONdes
Yowanehaki is memorable for its lyrics that make you want to hum along without thinking.
It was released in 2021 by the music project MAISONdes, featuring singer-songwriters Wanuka and asmi.
The lyrics and melody create a mysterious, conversational vibe that becomes more addictive the more you listen.
The tempo isn’t particularly fast, so there’s no need to rush.
Try it with plenty of ease—use simple, big-body movements so you can dance while singing!
Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo
Dokimeki Diary is a song by singer-songwriter asmi, created in collaboration with Vocaloid producer Chinozo.
It’s well-loved as the opening theme for the anime Pokémon.
The song has wide support, and many choreography videos have been posted on YouTube.
Some are simple enough for all ages to try, while others incorporate comical moves.
Brother BeatSnow Man
“Brother Beat,” released in 2022 by the nine-member male idol group Snow Man, also served as the theme song for the film Osomatsu-san, in which all nine members starred.
It’s a pop dance track, making it a perfect choice for a dance performance at events like school sports days.
The tempo is a bit fast, but it’s sure to get the crowd pumped.
With call-and-response exchanges and lyric lines that feel like spoken dialogue, it’s a dance song you can definitely enjoy dancing to.
Elementary schoolers can dance to these! Recommended dance songs that hype up the sports day (61–70)
CharacterRyokushokushakai
When it comes to songs that make your heart and body feel light and make you step without thinking, “Character” is the one.
It’s included on Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s 2022 album “Actor,” a rock band known for their technical performances.
The bright melodic lines set to a lively rhythm are striking.
The choreography is simple with clear accents, so even elementary school students can try it easily! A tip is to start by learning at a slower tempo, including claps and hand-and-foot movements.
Be sure to dance to this number that elementary schoolers—the stars of sports day—can enjoy with big smiles!
Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Ghost)Hoshino Gen
This is a song by Gen Hoshino, written as the theme for the film “Ghost Book: Obake Zukan,” which is based on the popular children’s story series Obake Zukan.
The choreography for the chorus, known as the “Ghost Dance,” became hugely popular, and many dance videos were posted on TikTok.
Nowadays, various creators are sharing original choreography videos for school sports days, so be sure to check them out.
The chorus choreography, where you act like a ghost, is sure to delight the kids!
phonyTsumiki
If you want to dance to a Vocaloid song, how about trying “Phony” (Phonyi)? Released in 2021 by Vocaloid producer Tsumiki, it’s a popular track that many singers have covered.
Even though there’s no official choreography, lots of dance-cover videos have been uploaded.
The rhythm is a bit fast for kids, but that’s exactly why simple choreography works! Some creators share easy routines that kids can follow, so be sure to use those as a reference and give it a try!