TEGU BARKSDALE

Tegu Lashau is a movement artist, choreographer, and creator of Afro Belly Dance, a unique fusion style that blends belly dance, Afrocentric movement, hip-hop, and contemporary techniques. With a background in majorette, Afrocentric dance, and belly dance, Tegu combines both self-taught exploration and professional training to develop a style that is expressive, grounded, and powerful.

She is also a performer with Ayoluwa, a West African dance company under HurreyUP Arts, where she continues to deepen her connection to culture and movement. Tegu is passionate about helping dancers and non-dancers alike reconnect with their bodies, build confidence, and move with both strength and grace.