About Gissel Grullon, Private Pilates Instructor in Manhattan
I'm Gissel Grullon, founder of In Pursuit of Pilates, a Peak Pilates Comprehensive Level I Instructor, and a licensed occupational therapist. My work is rooted in classical Pilates methodology and informed by my 17+ years of OT practice. I help clients move better, feel stronger, and build a practice they can see themselves improving in through personalized in-person and virtual sessions across Manhattan.
How I Teach
Every session is rooted in:
- Classical Pilates principles across mat and full apparatus
- A progressive, systematic structure where each session builds on the last
- Breath, alignment, and control as the foundation before increasing difficulty
- OT-informed observation and precise cueing throughout
- Adaptations based on your goals, ability, and health history
- Real-time support in-person or virtually
Who I Work With
I work with clients at all stages of their movement journey. Beginners who want to learn Pilates correctly from the start. People returning to movement after time away, injury or surgery. Those managing chronic tension, postural imbalances, pain, or complex movement histories. Anyone who has done Pilates elsewhere and never quite found the they were looking for. And anyone ready to build a practice rooted in real methodology, not trends, that serves their body for the long term. If you have a specific health history or diagnosis, reach out before booking and we will find the right starting point together.
Credentials
- Peak Pilates Comprehensive Level I Instructor, mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Spine Corrector, and Semi Barrel
- Licensed occupational therapist (OTR/L), 17+ years of experience
- Certified Neuro Specialist (CNS), movement analysis focus
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT), lymphatic drainage informed movement
Where I teach
Sessions are available in person at your home, building gym, or a nearby outdoor space. Apparatus sessions, including the Reformer, Tower, Wunda Chair, Spine Corrector, and Semi Barrel, are available at my private Upper Manhattan home studio.
Based in Upper Manhattan, primarily serving Inwood and Washington Heights. In-person sessions are also available throughout Manhattan; travel fees may apply outside the core service area. Virtual sessions are available via Google Meet.
Access & Pricing
To explore available formats and rates, visit Pricing & booking or Request to Book a session directly.
