SUMMER
Raqs Sharqi with Shari
💃 WE'RE BACK!! 💃
Fall Session
Sept 14 - Oct 29
!!! PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION !!!
ReAlive Metaphysical Shop
3800 Wilson Ave SW
Fall 2026 Bellydance Classes.
Mondays · September 14–October 26
7-week session · $105
6:00–6:50 PM · Bellydance Fundamentals
Perfect if you’ve always wanted to try bellydance, are returning after a break, or want to strengthen your fundamentals. No previous dance experience is needed. Bring water, an open mind, and perhaps a friend!
7:00 PM · Continuing Bellydance
For returning students and dancers with previous bellydance experience. We’ll develop technique, musicality, combinations, and choreography. Please bring your zills and veil... you never know when you'll need them! Some loaners may be available.
Thursdays · September 24–October 29
6-week session · $90
6:00 PM · Bellydance for Fun & Fitness · All Levels
A welcoming, upbeat class focused on joyful movement, accessible combinations, and moving the whole body. Come dance, shimmy, laugh, and leave feeling better than when you arrived!
7:00 PM · Bellydance Technique, Combos & Drills · All Levels
Strengthen and refine your movement through focused technique, layered drills, transitions, and combinations. Exercises can be adapted for different levels of experience.
Special Introductory Class
Introduction to Arabic Rhythms for Dancers & Musicians
Wednesday, September 16 · 7:30–8:30 PM · $20
Discover how Arabic rhythms sound, feel, and move!
In this interactive introductory class, we’ll listen to foundational rhythms, speak and clap the patterns, play them on finger cymbals or drums, and explore how they connect with dance movement.
Dancers, drummers, musicians, and curious beginners are all welcome. No previous experience with Arabic music is needed, and you do not need to play an instrument. Bring zills or a drum if you have them; limited loaners will be available.
This is a preview of the upcoming Wednesday Arabic Rhythms series *more details coming soon!*
Registration and Payment
Advance registration is strongly encouraged. Online registration is coming soon; until then, message Shari Bellydance to reserve your place. Payment reserves your spot.
Venmo: @Shari-McDowell
PayPal: @ShariMcDowell
CashApp: $ShariMcDowell
Cash: Exact amount appreciated
Single-class drop-ins are $20 when space is available.
Classes are held at:
ReAlive Metaphysical Shop
3800 Wilson Avenue SW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
If this is your first class with Shari, please arrive 10 minutes early to complete registration.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move. Bare feet or clean, soft-soled dance shoes are recommended. Please do not wear street shoes on the dance floor. If you'd like extra support, feel free to wear indoor only sneakers. Please be aware that super grippy shoes may not be comfortable on the flooring surface and "sneaker socks" may be preferable.
* Coming on Wednesdays
💃 Shari's Student Performance Troupe
🥁 Arabic Rhythms for Dancers, Drummers & Musicians
Both will meet weekly on Wednesdays. Troupe participation will be by invitation, and interested dancers are encouraged to let Shari know they would like to be considered.
Complete Wednesday dates, fees, and registration details will be announced soon!
Registration payment options:
• Cash (exact amount) on the first night of class
• Venmo: @Shari-McDowell
• PayPal: @ShariMcDowell
For digital payments, please select “Friends & Family.”
If sending as a business payment, please add $4 to cover processing fees.
To reserve your spot:
Submit payment and email sharibellydance@gmail.com to confirm registration.
Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/Shari-McDowell
PayPal: https://paypal.me/ShariMcDowell
I’m looking forward to dancing with you!
Private coaching with Shari
By appointment
Shari is also available for private small group lessons, parties and special events.
Message me for more info
319.382.5538