Aileen Sorrentino, TA
Aileen Sorrentino first stepped into the world of Irish dance at just five years old, and from that moment, she knew it would shape her life. During her twelve-year dance career, she had honed her craft under the guidance of esteemed teachers Brigid Behan, Peter Smith, and the renowned Scoil Rince Móna Ní Rodaigh in Ireland.
Her own competitive journey took her to major Irish dance competitions where she experienced the thrill, discipline, and artistry of performing on some of the sport’s biggest stages. Aileen consistently placed in the top 25 of all Regional Competitions, Top 50 of all National Competitions, recalled at the All-Irelands and is a three-time world qualifier in Ceili's. She has also performed at Carnegie Hall with Frank Paterson, the Chieftains, and at the NJPAC Center to name a few.
Today, she channels that same passion into teaching dancers of all ages and abilities — from eager beginners to accomplished champions. For Aileen, Irish dance is more than a series of steps; it is a vibrant celebration of music, heritage, and community.
At the Slattery School of Irish Dance, Aileen is studying to become a certified TCRG under Elaine Slattery Moskwa to continue to create an uplifting and inclusive environment where students can thrive. Classes balance technical precision with encouragement, ensuring dancers not only master their skills but also develop confidence and a lasting connection to Irish culture.
Tina Slattery, Enrollment Director
Tina Slattery was born in Dublin, Ireland and emigrated to the United States in 1990. She is the mother of Elaine Slattery-Moskwa and in addition to her managerial secretarial duties at the Slattery School of Irish Dance, Tina is our #1 veteran "Feis Mom", always willing to answer questions and help where needed. If you have any enrollment or tuition questions, you can contact Tina via email at tina@slatteryirishdance.com.
Elaine Slattery-Moskwa, TCRG/Director
Elaine Slattery was born in Dublin, Ireland. She began dancing at the age of 4 with the Crean School of Irish Dancing where she competed in and won several competitions, including the Leinster Championships, prior to immigrating to the United States in 1990. Upon arrival in America, she attended the Schilling School of Irish Dancing in Wharton, New Jersey. As a student with the Schilling School, in addition to competing in numerous local feisanna, Elaine also qualified to compete in her first U.S. Regional and National Oireachtas and qualified for her first World Championships in Limerick, Ireland at the age of nine.
In the fall of 1996, after the Schilling School closed, Elaine enrolled in the Broesler School of Irish Dance in Paramus, New Jersey. Under the instruction of Kevin Broesler, she reached her highest potential. She qualified and competed in Regional, National and World Championships each year until she retired from competition in 2005. Elaine has medaled in Regional and National championships throughout her dancing career, with her highest placement of 6th in the Regional Oireachtas and 13th in the Nation.
Elaine has performed with numerous Irish bands including The Chieftains, The Wolfe Tones, Cherish the Ladies, Eileen Ivers, Lenehan and Brendan Grace. She has also performed with Norwegian Cruise Lines, represented Fitzpatrick Hotels and performed live on FOX and Friends News.
In 2007, Elaine was selected as the very first New Jersey Rose of Tralee. This award was earned based upon her Irish background, activities honoring her culture and her future goals to promote Irish culture abroad. This title gave her the opportunity to travel to Ireland as an ambassador of New Jersey to compete in the Rose of Tralee International Festival, which is held every year in Tralee, County Kerry.
Elaine is a graduate of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Studies and Psychology. She is also a graduate of Montclair State University with a Master of Arts Degree in Teaching and has been teaching Elementary School aged children for 16 years in Mt. Olive, New Jersey. Elaine resides in Byram, NJ with her husband and two children.
In February, 2013, Elaine earned her Irish Dance Teacher Certification and is a registered and vetted member of An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha (CLRG) in Dublin, Ireland. She is also a proud member of the I.D.T.A.N.A. and the Mid-Atlantic Region. Elaine has come full circle now, establishing her own Irish dancing school, which has been her dream since she attended her first World Championships.