Melinda Cantu received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance at the University of Central Oklahoma where she was also a member of Oklahoma’s first professional jazz dance company, R.A.C.E Dance Company. After receiving her degree, Melinda moved to Los Angeles, where she signed with Clear Talent Group, one of LA’s most prestigious dance agencies. Melinda has worked with artists such as Beyoncé, Afro Jack, The Cataracs, Shwayze, Twista, Victoria Justice and Trace Adkins to name a few. She traveled on a 2 year World Wide Tour dancing for Sky Blu, from the Grammy Nominated Duo LMFAO. Melinda has worked with many celebrities including, David Arquette, Wilmer Valderrama, George Lopez, Metta World Peace, Jay Leno, was also a featured dancer in Tru TV’s Full Throttle Saloon and has worked on the hit television show, Dance Moms. She is an adjudicator for various dance competitions and is thrilled to be able to spread her dance knowledge and passion by teaching. In 2018 she moved back to her home state to continue her career in teaching and choreography. She has taught at multiple high schools in the Fort Worth area and continues to teach and train dancers in the metroplex. Melinda continues to thrive in the professional dance industry and hopes that her love and passion for dance will inspire others to pursue their dreams as well.