FOUNDER | INSTRUCTOR

My journey didn’t start in a Pilates studio, it started on a basketball court.

I was a college athlete, playing the sport I loved with everything I had. But behind the scenes, I was silently battling bulimia. The pressure, the perfectionism, the disconnect from my body; it all caught up to me. Eventually, it cost me the game I thought defined me.

Losing basketball felt like losing a part of myself. But it also cracked me open.

In the years following, through my healing journey,  I discovered that health isn’t just about the body.

It’s about the mind, the spirit, the breath. It’s about learning to come home to yourself again.

That’s what The Source is all about.

PILATES INSTRUCTOR

Specialties: Mobility • Nervous System Reset • Lengthening & Strengthening • Classical Pilates

Melissa is one of our most specialized and intuitively skilled instructors at The Source. Her work centers on helping clients restore mobility, reset the nervous system, and build long, resilient strength through intentional movement.

With a deep passion for working with clients over 40, individuals navigating autoimmune recovery, pre- and post-operative strengthening, and those with neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and other dementia-related concerns, Melissa is committed to helping every person move with confidence and grace. Her philosophy is simple and powerful: everyone deserves to get up off the floor with ease and feel at home in their body.

Rooted in classical Pilates, Melissa believes in the magic of the traditional method—its time-tested ability to heal, strengthen, and transform. Her teaching blends precision, breath, mind-body connection, and a restorative approach that honors where each client is in their wellness journey.

Melissa began her path as a Pilates instructor in 2016 after being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune conditions. When Balanced Body brought their Comprehensive Training Program to Modesto, she enrolled—and immediately fell in love with the movement, the science, and the healing potential of Pilates. Since then, her devotion to the craft has only deepened.

LEAD PILATES INSTRUCTOR & SOUND BATH

Stephanie Sablan brings equal parts passion, playfulness, and purpose to The Source Pilates & Wellness Studio. A devoted Pilates and yoga lover, homeschool mommy, and creative Sea Moss maker, Stephanie lives and breathes the lifestyle she teaches. Her energy is a blend of grounded wisdom and a little silliness; the perfect mix that helps clients feel both supported and at ease the moment they meet her.

With a deep love for movement and a heart for helping people feel their absolute best, Stephanie is committed to guiding every client toward strength, balance, and long-lasting wellness. She believes that movement should feel good, empowering, and sustainable. She’s passionate about teaching clients how to care for their bodies far beyond the studio walls.

Stephanie feels incredibly fortunate to say that what she gets to do for a living is exactly what she’d choose to do for fun. Teaching, moving, laughing, connecting… it’s all part of who she is!

Stephanie’s mission: help you feel good, move better, and fall in love with taking care of yourself.

REFORMER INSTRUCTOR

A long time lover of yoga, who was introduced to Reformer Pilates at The Source and became an instructor after being inspired while working the front desk.

You can count me in for anything fitness, wellness, food, or book related!

My favorite part of being an instructor is seeing the community of students grow and meeting all types of new people.

As a long time dancer, I treat Pilates as choreography and design classes to flow as seamlessly as possible.

PILATES & YOGA INSTRUCTOR

I’m a pilates and yoga instructor here at the Source. My hope is that when you leave any of the classes here, you feel confident, strong, and stoked about all your hard work. Some things you may encounter in my classes are: a solid playlist, my dope signing skills, and you may even experience my unique ability to countdown from 10 in twenty seconds. 

In my free time, I love building Legos, I enjoy sitting outside watching the sunset, and I really love baking.

RECEPTION & MAT INSTRUCTOR

Shawna is one of the friendly faces at our front desk and is currently training to become an instructor. Her passion for Pilates stems from the balance it brings to mind and body, and she’s excited to share that energy with our community.

RECEPTION & MAT INSTRUCTOR

Find Tony at our front desk. He’s ready to support and help you with your Pilates classes.

INSTRUCTOR

Valarie brings her sweet personality and love for people into every class she teaches. Don’t let her sweetness fool you though- her classes will have you remembering her for days to come!