Terry L. Goedel is a Yakama/Tulalip Native American Indian. In 1971, a transformative performance by The Lamanite Generation at Brigham Young University profoundly influenced Terry. The mesmerizing display of Native Hoop dancing ignited his passion and inspired him to share this cultural treasure with the world. That same year, at just sixteen years old, Terry graduated high school and began his studies at Brigham Young University. There, he joined The Lamanite Generation and embraced hoop dancing—a tradition he has devotedly practiced since 1972. As both a custodian and teacher of this cherished art form, Terry has played a crucial role in preserving and revitalizing hoop dancing.

Terry is the recent author of the book, The Circle of Light, which reflects his lifelong dedication and passion for the art. His distinguished career has taken him across the globe, performing in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, New Zealand, China, and Australia. He has graced the stages for notable dignitaries, including Queen Margrethe of Denmark and U.S. Presidents Carter, Ford, and George W. Bush. He is a nine-time world hoop dance champion. In 2024 he received the Utah Governor’s Mansion Arts Award.