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Radio Taiso No. 1 Routine for School Assembly

Lead the Japanese Radio Taiso No. 1 calisthenics routine in morning assembly with timed scripts for short, standard, and long sessions.

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Radio Taiso No. 1 Routine for School Assembly, School Day · Class 6-8 | jijnas.com
Lengths
3 min · 5 min · 10 min
Lines to lead
15 in the standard run
Breathing
4 in · 4 out
The words
Official text, as issued
Radio Calisthenics Japan: Radio Taiso No. 1 is a 3-minute routine of 13 rhythmic movements performed to music, often in groups at schools, workplaces, or parks, and broadcast daily on public radio.
Before anyone moves
  • Stop and sit down if you feel dizzy or experience pain, shortness of breath, or discomfort.
Run
0:00of 5:05
Line 1 of 15

Good morning, everyone. Stand tall, check your space, and let us begin today's Radio Taiso No. 1 together.

Assembly lines up in neat rows, standing straight with feet together.

Next: Remember to stop and sit down if you feel dizzy or unwell at any time.

Breathe with the room

The 4-0-4 breath

In for 4, out for 4. 2 rounds. Breathing is integrated into movement four, nine, and thirteen in rhythm with chest opening.

Ready
  1. Breathe in4s
  2. Breathe out4s
Round 0 of 2
On paper

The whole script, with the seconds

Hand this to whoever leads tomorrow. The left column is said aloud, the right is what the room does. A number is the seconds that line takes, silence included.

3 minute run14 lines · runs 3:10

Before you begin: Good morning, everyone. Stand tall, check your space, and let us begin today's Radio Taiso No. 1 together.

  1. 10s Stand tall with feet together and arms at your sides.🤫 Demonstrate upright posture with shoulders down. Students stand straight, feet together, hands resting by their sides.
  2. 15s Exercise one: raise arms slowly over your head and stretch your entire body.🤫 Keep arms near ears and palms facing inward. Raise arms straight above the head, stretching upward through the fingertips without lifting heels.
  3. 15s Exercise two: swing arms to the side, rhythmically bending knees and raising heels.🤫 Keep a steady 1-2 rhythm with light knee bends. Swing arms out to shoulder height while bending knees and bouncing heels lightly.
  4. 15s Exercise three: revolve arms in wide circles from the shoulders.🤫 Circle forward and then in reverse. Rotate both arms in full, relaxed circles to loosen shoulders.
  5. 15s Exercise four: step feet wide apart and open your chest to the sky.🤫 Turn palms upward toward the ceiling. Step feet wide, spread arms upward and back, opening the chest while inhaling.
  6. 15s Exercise five: bend your upper body smoothly from side to side.🤫 Keep hips centered and stationary. Reach one arm overhead and lean sideways, alternating left and right without twisting hips.
  7. 15s Exercise six: bend forward three times to reach your toes, then lean gently back.🤫 Keep knees soft and bend only as far as comfortable. Reach toward toes in three small rhythmic bounces, then place hands on hips and lean back.
  8. 15s Exercise seven: swing your arms and twist your torso left and right.🤫 Look behind toward your back arm on each twist. Swing arms freely around the waist to rotate the torso while keeping feet planted.
  9. 15s Exercise eight: raise arms briskly overhead while lifting heels high.🤫 Move dynamically with strong posture. Pull elbows down to ribs, then push hands straight up while rising onto toes.
  10. 15s Exercise nine: bend forward diagonally toward your feet, then stretch your chest wide.🤫 Exhale on the reach, inhale as the chest opens. Reach diagonally down to opposite foot, then open arms wide to the sides while inhaling.
  11. 15s Exercise ten: circle your upper body completely in wide full arcs.🤫 Sweep smoothly through full range of motion. Sweep arms and torso around in a broad circle, first left then right.
  12. 10s Exercise eleven: lightly jump, opening and closing your feet in rhythm.🤫 Keep jumps light and quiet. Hop lightly on balls of feet, spreading legs out and back together.
  13. 10s Exercise twelve: swing arms sideways again and bend knees softly.🤫 Ease back into steady rhythm. Repeat gentle arm swings paired with soft knee bends to settle heart rate.
  14. 10s Exercise thirteen: breathe in deeply, expanding your chest, and slowly exhale.🤫 Lead a slow full breath. Raise arms wide while inhaling deeply, then lower arms on exhale.

The room repeats: Thank you for exercising together today, let us have a wonderful day.

5 minute run15 lines · runs 5:05

Before you begin: Good morning, everyone. Stand tall, check your space, and let us begin today's Radio Taiso No. 1 together.

  1. 15s Good morning. Please line up facing forward with arms by your sides.🤫 Bow politely to the assembly. Assembly lines up in neat rows, standing straight with feet together.
  2. 15s Remember to stop and sit down if you feel dizzy or unwell at any time.🤫 Point clearly to sitting area near the wall. Students listen and prepare to start.
  3. 20s One: stretch your body up tall, reaching arms overhead.🤫 Count rhythm: one, two, three, four. Raise arms overhead and extend whole spine upward while keeping heels on floor.
  4. 20s Two: swing arms sideways and bend knees in rhythmic bounces.🤫 Maintain bouncy tempo. Swing arms horizontally while flexing knees and lifting heels to count.
  5. 20s Three: make wide circles with your arms from shoulder joints.🤫 Keep chest lifted. Revolve arms smoothly backward and forward in large circular paths.
  6. 20s Four: step feet apart, open chest wide, and take a deep breath.🤫 Inhale deeply as chest expands. Step wide, arch upper back slightly, and inhale as arms stretch wide.
  7. 20s Five: reach overhead and side-bend smoothly to the left and right.🤫 Keep movements fluid and balanced. Bend upper torso laterally, alternating left and right sides without twisting hips.
  8. 25s Six: reach down three times toward toes, then support lower back and bend gently back.🤫 Support hips during backward extension. Pulse forward three times toward feet, then place hands on lower back and extend upward.
  9. 20s Seven: twist torso left and right, letting arms swing loosely around waist.🤫 Keep head moving with the spine. Rotate spine side to side, letting arms wrap around lower body using momentum.
  10. 20s Eight: drive arms up and down powerfully, rising onto toes.🤫 Emphasize crisp, energetic motion. Contract arms down to sides, then push straight up while rising onto toes.
  11. 25s Nine: bend diagonally down to opposite side, then open chest widely.🤫 Match movement to steady breath. Sweep hands toward opposite toes, then return upright and expand arms widely.
  12. 25s Ten: rotate torso and arms in complete full circles.🤫 Keep knees slightly soft. Make two complete full-body circular sweeps left, then two sweeps right.
  13. 20s Eleven: jump lightly in place, stepping feet out and in to rhythm.🤫 Keep landings soft and controlled. Hop rhythmically on toes, expanding and bringing feet together.
  14. 20s Twelve: return to arm swings and gentle knee bends.🤫 Slow down the movement pace. Swing arms horizontally and flex knees softly to transition toward rest.
  15. 20s Thirteen: finish with deep chest breathing in and out.🤫 Hold final deep breath long. Inhale deeply while raising arms wide, then exhale slowly lowering arms.

The room repeats: Thank you for exercising together today, let us have a wonderful day.

10 minute run17 lines · runs 8:35

Before you begin: Good morning, everyone. Stand tall, check your space, and let us begin today's Radio Taiso No. 1 together.

  1. 20s Good morning, everyone. Please form your assembly ranks and stand attentive.🤫 Bow formally to start morning assembly. Students move into neat formation and stand with feet together.
  2. 20s Safety check: stop immediately and sit on the side if you feel dizzy or tired.🤫 Ensure all students have space around them. Students remain attentive and check their posture.
  3. 30s First round, movement one: raise arms straight up and stretch your entire spine.🤫 Count two full eight-counts clearly. Stretch arms high, elongating back muscles for two eight-counts.
  4. 30s Movement two: swing arms side to side while flexing knees and bouncing heels.🤫 Maintain steady cadence. Swing arms at chest height with rhythmic knee flexes and heel lifts.
  5. 30s Movement three: revolve arms in wide outward and inward circles.🤫 Guide shoulder joint range. Rotate arms four times forward, then four times backward.
  6. 30s Movement four: step wide, open chest, and draw fresh air into lungs.🤫 Reinforce deep breathing. Inhale deeply while reaching back with spread arms, then release exhale.
  7. 30s Movement five: lateral stretch. Bend side to side with long arms.🤫 Check that feet remain fixed. Perform four side bends each side, keeping lower body still.
  8. 35s Movement six: forward bend in three gentle pulses, then arch back gently.🤫 Encourage smooth spinal articulation. Reach forward to toes three times, then place hands on hips and lean back smoothly.
  9. 35s Movement seven: torso rotation. Swing arms around waist and twist left and right.🤫 Keep spine upright. Twist upper body rhythmically for eight full counts.
  10. 30s Movement eight: dynamic vertical pushes while lifting heels high off floor.🤫 Keep rhythm sharp and active. Pull elbows down, push hands straight up, rising onto toes on every count.
  11. 35s Movement nine: diagonal forward reach, followed by wide chest opening stretch.🤫 Coordinate exhalation with downward reach. Reach left hand toward right toes, rise and open arms, then repeat opposite side.
  12. 40s Movement ten: full body rotations. Sweep arms through massive full circles.🤫 Maintain balance throughout rotation. Sweep upper body down and around in large complete circles in both directions.
  13. 30s Movement eleven: light cardio jumps, stepping out wide and together.🤫 Encourage light feet. Jump softly eight counts open-close, then eight counts alternating steps.
  14. 35s Movement twelve: cool down arm swings with soft knee bending.🤫 Soften the movement energy. Ease heart rate by swinging arms horizontally and flexing knees gently.
  15. 30s Movement thirteen: deep breathing cycle one. Inhale wide, exhale down.🤫 Pace breath slowly. Raise arms wide inhaling fully, lower arms exhaling completely.
  16. 35s Deep breathing cycle two: expand chest completely and return to quiet standing posture.🤫 Conclude routine with strong posture. Take final large breath in and out, settling into still standing posture.
  17. 20s Thank you everyone for participating fully in today's morning routine.🤫 Lead formal closing bow. Entire assembly stands still and bows together.

The room repeats: Thank you for exercising together today, let us have a wonderful day.

The words

In its own language, and what it means

Original

おはようございます。ラジオ体操第一を始めます。

Ohayou gozaimasu. Rajio taisou dai-ichi wo hajimemasu.

What it means

Radio Taiso No. 1 is a classic daily morning exercise sequence designed to wake up the body and promote lifelong health. Performing these thirteen movements together builds physical flexibility, good posture, and school community spirit.

Where it comes from

Official official Japanese NHK Radio Taiso No. 1 routine created by Japan Post Insurance and NHK. Source ↗

The body

How to stand, and when to stop

Posture

  • Stand straight with feet together.
  • Arms resting naturally at sides.
  • Shoulders relaxed and chin level.
Leading it

So the room follows you

Worth knowing before you lead

  1. Radio Taiso No. 1 is a classic three minute calisthenics routine created to wake up muscles and boost blood circulation.
  2. The routine consists of 13 synchronized, rhythmic exercises performed to energetic music.
  3. It engages about 400 muscles across your whole body, focusing on core strength, balance, and flexibility.
  4. Leading the routine requires precise form, steady counts, and crisp visual posture so the school can follow along easily.
  5. Always bow politely before and after the routine to show respect to your school community.
Greeting おはようございます Ohayo gozaimasu Good morning
Thanks お疲れ様でした Otsukaresama deshita Thank you for your hard work
Say it right

Words in the script

Radio Taiso
rah-dee-oh tye-soh

Guided radio calisthenics exercises broadcast daily across Japan to promote health.

Ohayo gozaimasu
oh-hah-yoh goh-zye-mah-soo

Formal morning greeting spoken to teachers and fellow students.

Otsukaresama deshita
oh-tsoo-kah-reh-sah-mah deh-shee-tah

Traditional expression of gratitude for shared hard work and effort.

Posture
pos-cher

The upright, aligned position of your body while standing or moving.

About this piece

Why this, and how it is done

Leading Radio Taiso No. 1 during morning assembly is an important responsibility. In Japan, millions of students and adults start their day with this historic calisthenics routine. It uses 13 gentle, rhythmic movements to wake up your muscles, improve your posture, and get your blood circulating before classes begin. As the leader standing on stage, your job is to show clear form and keep steady counts so the whole school can move together in perfect unison.

This guide gives you three timed versions: a short 3-minute script, a standard 5-minute version, and a extended 10-minute session. Choose the version that matches your assembly schedule. Pay attention to the safety reminders and practice your posture before taking the platform.

About this piece

  • Radio Taiso No. 1 was created to promote daily health, happiness, and physical wellness.
  • The current routine has been broadcast daily on Japanese public radio (NHK) since 1951.
  • It features 13 distinct exercises that engage around 400 muscles across the whole body.
  • The routine takes about 3 minutes to perform at standard broadcast music speed.
  • It is used widely in Japanese schools as a group warm-up for morning assemblies and sports days.
  • The movements improve flexibility, spinal mobility, balance, and core strength.

How it is done

  • Japan: Radio Taiso No. 1 is a 3-minute routine of 13 rhythmic movements performed to music, often in groups at schools, workplaces, or parks, and broadcast daily on public radio.

Sources: Tai Chi & Qigong Improve Your Health! - Radio Taiso No.1 · Radio Taiso: The 3-Minute Japanese Exercise Routine - yes2next · Radio Taiso - The Japan Society

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