Lotus Aqua

Lotus Aqua 🤰🏼Exercise designed for your pregnant body and mind.
💦Aquanatal Yoga Classes in Maldon and Rayleigh, Essex

Growing a human has changed your body…but in the water, you can feel strong again.Aquanatal yoga lets you move into pose...
06/02/2026

Growing a human has changed your body…but in the water, you can feel strong again.

Aquanatal yoga lets you move into poses that feel hard on land, supported, powerful, and deeply connected to this season of motherhood. 🤍🌊

Contact me to book before the last remaining spaces disappear!

Hayley x

💙 Taking bookings for my Feb-March block of Aquanatal Yoga – gentle movement for pregnancy 💙Float, stretch and breathe i...
03/02/2026

💙 Taking bookings for my Feb-March block of Aquanatal Yoga – gentle movement for pregnancy 💙

Float, stretch and breathe in my calming Aquanatal Yoga classes, created to support you through pregnancy in a safe, nurturing way ✨

The warm water helps you feel lighter, more relaxed and connected to your body and baby 🤍

🌿 Why Aquanatal Yoga?
• Gentle yoga-based movement in water
• Eases aches, pains & swelling
• Supports posture, breathing & relaxation
• Builds strength without strain
• Deeply calming for body and mind
• A friendly space to meet other mums-to-be

📍 Maldon - Wentworth Primary School
🗓 Starts Wednesday 25th Feb
⏰ 6.30pm or 7.40pm
📆 5-week course

📍 Rayleigh - The Sweyne Park School
🗓 Starts Thursday 26th Feb
📆 4-week course (no class 12th March)

Come along with a friend and both receive 10% off your first block!

No yoga experience needed - just come as you are 💕

Small, welcoming classes with plenty of support.

📩 Message to book or ask questions

Hayley x

🌊 How aquanatal yoga supports your breathing..The gentle pressure of the water naturally slows your breath, helping you ...
03/02/2026

🌊 How aquanatal yoga supports your breathing..

The gentle pressure of the water naturally slows your breath, helping you breathe deeper and feel more space through your ribs. Moving with your breath in the pool feels calming and supportive, easing tension and helping you stay relaxed during effort. A really helpful skill for both pregnancy and birth.

Float, breathe, connect 🤍

Contact me about how my classes can help you during your pregnancy 🤰🏼

Hayley x

Thank you so much for the review… I can’t tell you how much these keep me going! 🫶
01/02/2026

Thank you so much for the review… I can’t tell you how much these keep me going! 🫶

25/01/2026

If only real life ran at this speed when I’m trying to tidy up after the kids 😅

Behind the scenes of this one-woman show there’s class planning and scheduling, marketing, invoicing, replying to enquiries and DMs, lugging around equipment, pool water testing, cleaning, health & safety compliance, risk assessments, CPDs, emotional support to clients, and lots of learning (and tea and coffee ☕️). To name some.

Add in mum life and working in the pool to teach swimming, it’s a constant juggling act… but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

I do it for the love and I hope it shines through!🤍

Hayley x

🌊 Aquanatal Yoga - New 5-Week Block 🌊Float, strengthen, and unwind as you prepare for birth in a calm, supportive water ...
22/01/2026

🌊 Aquanatal Yoga - New 5-Week Block 🌊

Float, strengthen, and unwind as you prepare for birth in a calm, supportive water practice 🤍

📍 Wentworth Primary School
🗓 Starts 25th February for 5 weeks
⏰ 6.30pm (1 space) | 7.40pm (3 spaces)

Benefits of aquanatal yoga:
✨ Eases pregnancy aches & swelling
✨ Builds strength, balance & mobility
✨ Supports pelvic floor & posture
✨ Encourages deep breathing & relaxation
✨ Gentle birth preparation in water

👭 Come with a friend & enjoy 10% off your first block

Limited spaces available. DM to book your place 🌊

Hayley x

19/01/2026

I’ve been having more and more open conversations with mums about mental health..feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or just not quite themselves. A journey I know through my own experiences.

One thing I’ve noticed is how powerful small moments of support can be. Being in the water, moving gently, taking time to breathe, and sharing space with others who are going through a similar season can really help ease some of the weight, even if just for a little while.

Aquanatal often becomes a calm pocket in the week. A place to slow down, feel supported by the water, and connect with other mums who get it. There’s no pressure, no expectations. Just space to be exactly where you are.

But I also want to say this clearly: if you’re struggling with your mental health, you don’t have to cope alone. Reaching out to a professional, a friend, your midwife, GP, or a support service is so important, and it’s a sign of strength, not failure.

If this resonates with you, please know you’re not alone, and help is always worth reaching for 💙

Hayley x

Thank you so much for the review 🥰 Bringing my classes to Rayleigh was totally out of my comfort zone- I don’t know the ...
18/01/2026

Thank you so much for the review 🥰 Bringing my classes to Rayleigh was totally out of my comfort zone- I don’t know the area well or knew of any local pregnancy businesses to connect with. I’m lucky to have had such lovely mums find me and come along to classes! ❤️

16/01/2026

My aquanatal yoga classes offer a peaceful pause for both body and mind. Supported by warm water, gentle movement and mindful breathing help release tension, calm anxiety, and create a sense of emotional balance. It’s a nurturing space to slow down, feel supported, and connect with yourself and your baby.

Message today to start your aquanatal journey with me 🤍

Hayley x

First week back at my Rayleigh pool 💦Such a lovely evening with new and returning mums-to-be, chatting, connecting, and ...
15/01/2026

First week back at my Rayleigh pool 💦

Such a lovely evening with new and returning mums-to-be, chatting, connecting, and even comparing what we had for dinner!

Hope you all left feeling relaxed, see you next week 😊

Hayley x

Pregnancy backache? You’re not alone 💙As your bump grows, your posture shifts and your back works overtime. That’s where...
12/01/2026

Pregnancy backache? You’re not alone 💙

As your bump grows, your posture shifts and your back works overtime. That’s where a focus on the spine within my aquanatal yoga classes can make a real difference.

✨ The buoyancy of the water supports your bump and spine, taking pressure off your lower back
✨ Gentle movements strengthen the muscles that support your back
✨ Warm water helps ease tension and stiffness
✨ You stay active without the strain of land-based exercise

Many mums-to-be find they leave class feeling lighter, looser, and more comfortable, both in body and mind.

If backache is slowing you down, join the waiting list to feel the difference for yourself 💦

Hayley x

Thank you so much for the review! 💛Gosh! Who else gets anxious about attending a class on their own? 🙋🏼‍♀️ Me too! I’ve ...
10/01/2026

Thank you so much for the review! 💛

Gosh! Who else gets anxious about attending a class on their own? 🙋🏼‍♀️ Me too! I’ve always struggled with social anxiety, so I completely understand how daunting that first step can feel. That’s exactly why I try my absolute best to make every class feel welcoming, friendly, and inclusive.

Once you’ve taken that first class, you’ll soon find yourself feeling comfortable, supported, and right at home ❤️

Have you worries or doubts about joining class? Pop me a message to chat!

Hayley x

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Wednesday 7pm - 7:50pm
8:10pm - 9pm
Thursday 8pm - 8:50pm

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How did Lotus Aqua start?

Hi, my name is Hayley and I am the owner of Lotus Aqua.

Following over 13 years within the insurance industry, I was given the opportunity to revisit my dream of teaching swimming. Upon completing my STA Level 1 Swimming Teacher qualification, I was blessed with the news that I was expecting my son. This quickly gave me the drive to complete my STA Parent & Baby Swimming Teacher qualification, before my son arrived.

After the birth of my son, I was unfortunately made redundant whilst enjoying my maternity leave and found myself at a cross road in my life. I had to think hard about what career path I wanted to take, which also allowed me to enjoy watching my son grow up. I absolutely loved being pregnant and something in my head kept nagging me that this was the direction I needed to go, but I also LOVED teaching swimming. So, in 2018 whilst my son was 1 year old, I studied hard and completed my full STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification and my Water Fitness Ante & Postnatal Exercise Qualification.

In November 2018 I launched my very first aquanatal class in Marks Tey and since then have expanded to 5 classes a week in Marks Tey, Maldon and Chelmsford, delivering classes to over 50 mums-to-be a week! It's been challenging but highly rewarding and I have met some lovely ladies along the way.