Elementary schoolers can dance to it! Recommended dance songs and choreography for 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!
Playlist
| Elementary schoolers can dance to it! Recommended dance songs and choreography for sports day | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | POKÉDANCEnanahira |  play_arrow | Pokémon songs are dance-friendly and perfect for sports day. |
| 2east | MORNIING SUNEXILE B HAPPY |  play_arrow | EXILE B HAPPY is “dance and… |
| 3east | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A song that turns weakness into an ally and gives you the courage to move forward with kindness and strength. |
| 4east | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | CreepyNuts' song about confidence and individuality |
| 5east | dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | “Dance Hall” gives energy and courage to its listeners… |
| 6east | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A hit whose momentum shows no signs of slowing... |
| 7east | chantAdo |  play_arrow | This work features powerful lyrics and a captivating melody... |
| 8east | I am the strongest.Ado |  play_arrow | The movie’s theme song sung by Uta, a song about the courage to face forward. |
| 9east | I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | CD debuted in 2021 with “Beginner LOVE” … |
| 10east | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The atmo... of the annual big event, the sports day... |
| 11east | Jamboree Mickey!Marco Marinangeli |  play_arrow | “Jamboree Mickey!” touches the hearts of children… |
| 12east | Goodbye DeclarationChinozo |  play_arrow | Finger dance posted on TikTok… |
| 13east | Green Pepper ExerciseArima Kana |  play_arrow | Oshi no Ko’s ‘Green Pepper Exercise’ is popular. |
| 14east | Hello, hellon-buna(yorusika)×shittokingusu×terebisenshi |  play_arrow | Elementary school students affectionately call it “Tensere.” |
| 15east | ultramarineYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Universally loved not only by adults but also by children, the Uni... |
| 16east | ParadiseNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s new song is the theme song for the Doraemon movie. |
| 17east | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | With its lively, upbeat melody, children will have fun too… |
| 18east | swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu |  | NHK’s program featuring the SDGs “... |
| 19east | HabitSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | Commanding major attention in 2022, SEKAI NO… |
| 20east | DoraemonHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | “Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Treasure Island,” tele… |
| 21east | We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | Sambomaster’s uplifting classic |
| 22east | AdventureYOASOBI |  play_arrow | The Universal Studios Japan commercial so... |
| 23east | KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | An anime theme song, a masterpiece co-created with King Gnu |
| 24east | Rat-tat-tatSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Was held during the Halloween event at USJ... |
| 25east | Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | Delivering energy with a pop song for kids |
| 26east | phonyTsumiki |  play_arrow | If you want to dance to Vocaloid songs, here ‘F… |
| 27east | Opening DeclarationNovelbright |  play_arrow | Epic songs by a rock band and passionate dance |
| 28east | Brother BeatSnow Man |  play_arrow | Snow M..., a 9-member male idol group, |
| 29east | B A Y M A XTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu |  play_arrow | Baymax’s Fun Dance Song |
| 30east | Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo |  play_arrow | Dokimeki Diary is a singer-songwri... |
| 31east | KICK&SLIDESandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | A catchy dance that kids can perform at a school sports day… |
| 32east | CharacterRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | My heart and body felt so light that I couldn’t help but break into a little step… |
| 33east | Yowanehaki (feat. Wanuka & asmi)MAISONdes |  play_arrow | The lyrics are so catchy you can’t help but hum along... |
| 34east | Living in ColorChantry Johnson and Dewain Whitmore |  play_arrow | To commemorate the 40th anniversary of Tokyo Disney Resort… |
| 35east | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | As the theme song for the anime Oshi no Ko in 2023... |
| 36east | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | Apartment game music from Korea is hugely popular. |
| 37east | primary colorsYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Riding on a sparkling, cool melody... |
| 38east | Permission To DanceBTS |  play_arrow | A dance and bo… from Korea that’s making a huge splash worldwide |
| 39east | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  play_arrow | This one’s a classic dance track too! WANIM… |
| 40east | Brand new dayTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto |  play_arrow | Beginner-friendly dance to the Disney 35th anniversary commemorative song |
| 41east | SignalWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA “Signal” that hypes up the sports day |
| 42east | Nanchū Sōran BushiHokkaidō min’yō |  play_arrow | More than a dance, it's a traditional Japanese performance... |
| 43east | Muscatyuzu |  play_arrow | The anime Crayon Shin-chan, which is popular with children, ... |
| 44east | Racing into the NightYOASOBI |  play_arrow | The music duo YOASOBI’s smash-hit so... |
| 45east | Helloyama × bocchiboromaru |  play_arrow | Cheering Song by yama and Bocchi Boromaru |
| 46east | Bye-Good-ByeBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | BE:FIRST are rappers and music produ... |
| 47east | Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Ghost)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | The theme song of the trending Ghost Dance |
| 48east | superstarKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A hip-hop and pop fusion, a cheering anthem that celebrates talent |
| 49east | OtonokeCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | The Dandadan theme song with captivating rhythm and lyrics |
| 50east | It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando |  play_arrow | A pop dance song by Vanellope for children |
| 51east | The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando |  play_arrow | Disney Villains-themed Halloween dance |
| 52east | Super Dancin’ ManiaTokyo Dizunīrando |  play_arrow | Dance track for a Disney Land club event |
| 53east | Shinako Worldshinako |  play_arrow | Shinako’s songs are perfect for kids’ dance. |
| 54east | NEW DANCEXG |  play_arrow | A lively rhythm and bright melody are the distinctive features of this piece... |
| 55east | Real Gonekāzu |  play_arrow | Anthropomorphized Disney films tickle the imagination. |
| 56east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE wins the Youth Theme Song Award |
| 57east | Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai |  play_arrow | Chibi Maruko-chan’s ending theme song |
| 58east | Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento |  play_arrow | Here’s a popular song that gets kids dancing with joy… |
| 59east | Map of the HeartBOYSTYLE |  play_arrow | BOYSTYLE is the opening theme song |
| 60east | RunLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A positive cheer song that supports taking a step toward your dreams |
| 61east | A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Danceable songs by Masaki Suda |
| 62east | Odoru Pompoko RinE-girls |  play_arrow | In the anime “Chibi Maruko-chan” theme song, the most… |
| 63east | POKÉDANCEHonda Yuki |  play_arrow | The piece by Yuki Honda features Pokémon and their... |
| 64east | Pirapīpirafu seijin |  play_arrow | Children’s dance song by Pilafians is popular |
| 65east | Happy SongTokyo Dizunīrando |  play_arrow | Dance music of Tokyo Disneyland |
| 66east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A proposal to dance to SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo” |
| 67east | Tattayuzu |  play_arrow | Songs like “Muscat” and “OLA!!” were fea… |
| 68east | Maru Maru Mori MoriKaoru to Tomoki, tama ni Mukku. |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song with bright, uplifting lyrics |
| 69east | Ninja Dance |  | Ninja dance has distinctive moves and is fun. |
| 70east | Ninja Hattari-kun |  | Ninja Hattari-kun sings his techniques in a cool musical style. |
| 71east | Shuriken Ninja |  play_arrow | Transform into a ninja! Let’s play with fun songs and techniques. |
| 72east | S-s-stealthy footsteps |  play_arrow | Showcase of a child's quiet ninja dance |
| 73east | Ninnin Nintama Ondo |  play_arrow | Introducing the popularity and the ondo (traditional dance/song) of Nintama Rantarō |
| 74east | Transform! Ninja-jan! |  play_arrow | The charm of children enjoying ninja transformations |
| 75east | Mischief Ninja Arts Manual |  play_arrow | The comical dance of the Trickster Ninja Arts Ledger |
| 76east | Hattori-kun Ondo |  play_arrow | Introducing the Ninja Hattori-kun Ondo |
| 77east | Ninja Hattori-kun |  play_arrow | Let's dance to the opening song of Ninja Hattori-kun |
| 78east | Princess WaltzDizunīrando Pari |  play_arrow | Beautiful dance of a Disney Princess |
| 79east | Everyone’s a star!Haisukūru Myūjikaru |  play_arrow | Disney movie, a classic you can sing and dance to |
| 80east | Color NinjaOzawa Kazuto |  play_arrow | A fun stage where colorful ninjas dance |
| 81east | One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu |  play_arrow | A powerful song that cheers on youth is born. |
| 82east | Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu |  play_arrow | Baymax’s fun dance track with energetic choreography |
| 83east | BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s anime theme song depicts a fiery challenge and bonds |
| 84east | New EraAdo |  play_arrow | Choreography tips for Ado’s “New Genesis” at a sports day |
| 85east | To Us Who Were Once GeniusesCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Hype up the sports day with Creepy Nuts’ powerful song |
| 86east | Anpanman Exercisedoriimingu |  play_arrow | Music for the beanbag toss event at a sports day |
| 87east | ThrillerMaikeru Jakuson |  play_arrow | Michael Jackson’s Thriller is a massive hit |
| 88east | Senbonzakura |  play_arrow | Have fun dancing to the sakura theme with Senbonzakura |
| 89east | Zankyo SankaAimer |  play_arrow | Aimer’s sports day dance song that sings of hope and courage |
| 90east | PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH |  play_arrow | An irresistible EDM party tune |
| 91east | PopopopoposeGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A song that kids can dance to happily with a smile |
| 92east | A New AngleTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu |  play_arrow | Characteristics and Uses of Baymax Music |
| 93east | Happiness Is HereTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto |  play_arrow | Easy to dance to as the main song of a Disney parade |
| 94east | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE's 'StaRt' is moving. |
| 95east | Biri MillionYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuri’s “Birimirion” is a classic song for sports festivals. |
| 96east | TimingBurakku Bisukettsu |  play_arrow | Popular songs perfect for a lively sports day |
| 97east | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | It’s a bit past its peak, but karaoke is still... |
| 98east | Age-age hoi-hoi |  play_arrow | Simple and easy dance, for elementary school students |
| 99east | School HeavenDream5 |  play_arrow | Dream5 covers Gakuen Tengoku |
| 100east | The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | The upbeat songs by Little Glee Monster are suitable for sports days. |
| 101east | MUSIC VIDEOOkazaki Taiiku |  play_arrow | This is a song that expresses the feelings of a music video creator. The song... |
| 102east | [Game] DoraemonHoshino Gen | ![[Game] DoraemonHoshino Gen](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ohc-6DAVEqk/default.jpg) play_arrow | Let's enjoy dancing to the Doraemon song |
| 103east | Hold me hula-hula danceMizutani Chieko & Harumio |  play_arrow | When this song starts playing at the sports festival or field day, uhh... |
| 104east | DynamiteBTS |  play_arrow | Released in August 2020, it has been widely ... around the world. |
| 105east | [Dance] ChantAdo | ![[Dance] ChantAdo](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/62hdvqJGt-E/default.jpg) | Universal Studios Japan’s Hallo... |
| 106east | Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT |  play_arrow | THE SUPER FRUIT's Sakura Fure Fure is perfect for flag dancing |