Andrea Urciuoli Hobkirk
About Andrea Urciuoli Hobkirk
Andrea Urciuoli Hobkirk is an In-Trinity Instructor specializing in Pilates and Yoga Fusion at Old Colony YMCA in North Easton, MA, where she has worked since 2016. She also teaches mindfulness techniques to students and collaborates on mindfulness video tutorials available on YouTube.
Work at Old Colony YMCA
Andrea Urciuoli Hobkirk has been serving as an In-Trinity Instructor (Pilates/Yoga Fusion) at Old Colony YMCA in North Easton, MA since 2016. In this role, she focuses on integrating Pilates and yoga techniques to enhance physical fitness and mental well-being. Her tenure at the YMCA spans over eight years, during which she has contributed to the wellness community by providing innovative fitness instruction.
Education and Expertise
Andrea studied Fashion Merchandising at the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from 1990 to 1992. She also attended Bay State College, achieving an Associate of Arts (AA) in Fashion Merchandising from 1988 to 1990. Her educational background complements her expertise in mindfulness and meditation, which she applies in her current role as an instructor.
Background in Retail Management
Andrea has extensive experience in retail management. She worked as an Associate Manager at Coach in 2002 for 11 months in the Greater Boston Area. Following that, she served as an Escada Specialist and Personal Shopper Couture at Neiman Marcus from 2003 to 2008. Additionally, she held the position of Sales Manager at Depeche Mode NY from 1998 to 2001 in the Greater New York City Area, and worked as an Account Executive at Shalom International Corporation from 1996 to 1998.
Mindfulness and Meditation Instruction
In her current role, Andrea instructs students as young as first grade in mindfulness techniques aimed at reducing conflict through meditation and breath work. She assists family law clients in preparing for challenging situations by utilizing mindfulness and meditation techniques. Her approach emphasizes the importance of mental well-being in various contexts.
Reiki Certification and Unique Teaching Methods
Andrea holds a certification in the Second Degree of the Reiki Method of Natural Healing, which she obtained in 2018. She teaches a unique level of Pilates that incorporates empowerment tools, affirmations, and Reiki healing at She Breaths in Walpole, MA. Additionally, she collaborates with a motivational speaker and life coach to produce weekly video tutorials on mindfulness, available on YouTube.