The position guide
The classics, the bold ones and the right angle.
50 positions, called by the names people actually use. Each one has a frank, practical how-to: who goes where, what it's good for, how to make it more comfortable, and the furniture or props that help. Every position works for any bodies, with or without toys. Go at the pace of whoever is less sure, and stop whenever anything hurts.
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Group
Intensity
Props
Good for
50 positions
Classics
The ones everybody has heard of, explained properly.
MissionaryAlso: Face to face, one on topOne partner on their back, the other on top facing them. The classic for a reason.SmolderingEasyDoggy StyleAlso: From behind, DoggyOne partner on hands and knees, the other kneeling behind. Deep, direct and popular.SmolderingEasyCowgirlAlso: On top, Rider on topOne partner lies back, the other straddles them facing forward and sets the pace.SmolderingEasyReverse CowgirlAlso: Reverse riderOn top, facing away. A different angle and a different view.SmolderingModerateSpooningAlso: Side-lying from behindBoth on your sides, one behind the other. Lazy in the best way.CandlelitEasy69Also: Sixty-nine, Mutual oralOral sex for both of you at the same time, head to toe.After MidnightModerateStanding, Face to FaceAlso: StandingBoth standing, facing each other, close enough to kiss. Spontaneous and hot.SmolderingModerateCoital Alignment TechniqueAlso: CATMissionary shifted up a few inches, so the motion becomes grinding pressure on the clitoris.SmolderingModerateLying Flat From BehindAlso: Prone, Flat doggyOne partner lies face down, the other on top from behind. Snug and low-effort for the bottom partner.SmolderingEasyScissorsAlso: Scissoring, TribbingLegs interlocked like two pairs of scissors, so you can grind against each other.SmolderingModerateMutual Touch, Side by SideAlso: Mutual masturbationLying close, touching each other or yourselves at the same time. No penetration required.CandlelitEasy
Comfort & Support
Easy on backs, knees and energy levels, with the angle still right.
Side by SideAlso: Supported spooningBoth on your sides, one behind the other, with pillows doing the supporting.CandlelitEasyFace to FaceAlso: Side-lying face to faceLying on your sides, turned toward each other. Eye contact and ease.CandlelitEasySupported ReclineAlso: Missionary on a wedgeOne partner reclines with a wedge lifting the hips. The angle does the work.SmolderingEasyUses a propThe InclineAlso: On the rampA ramp creates a supported slope for depth and angle without effort.SmolderingEasyUses a propSeated & CloseAlso: Seated, face to faceOne seated at the edge, the other close and supported. Upright and connected.CandlelitModerateRestful ReclineAlso: Propped upSemi-reclined and cushioned. Minimal exertion, maximum ease. Good for solo nights too.CandlelitEasyKneeling, SupportedAlso: Supported doggyFrom behind, with a wedge under the hips so knees and back don't do all the work.SmolderingModerateUses a propHips RaisedAlso: Pillow under the hipsHips raised on a wedge or pillow for a better, supported angle.SmolderingEasyUses a propFacing, on the LapAlso: Seated cowgirl, Lap dance positionOne partner seated, the other straddling their lap, facing. Upright and intimate.SmolderingModerateAt the EdgeAlso: Edge of the bedOne partner lies back at the bed's edge, the other stands. Height does the work.SmolderingModerateLazy DogAlso: Lazy doggyFrom behind, but the front partner lies down over a pile of pillows instead of holding a pose.SmolderingEasyThe SporkAlso: Half spoonHalf spooning, half missionary. One partner on their back, the other on their side.SmolderingModerate
Deeper & Bolder
More depth, more effort, more intensity. Warm up first.
Legs on ShouldersAlso: Deep missionary, Legs upMissionary with the receiving partner's legs up on the other's shoulders. Very deep.After MidnightModerateThe BridgeAlso: Glute bridgeThe receiving partner lifts their hips into a bridge. A strong angle and a workout.After MidnightChallengingThe ButterflyAlso: Edge of the bed, legs upHips at the bed's edge, legs up on the standing partner's shoulders.After MidnightModerateStanding From BehindAlso: Standing doggyBoth standing, the front partner bent forward against a wall, dresser or bed.After MidnightModerateThe WheelbarrowAlso: Standing wheelbarrowThe front partner on their hands, legs held up by the standing partner. Acrobatic and brief.After MidnightChallengingThe PretzelAlso: Pretzel dipOne partner on their side, the other kneeling and straddling their lower leg.After MidnightModerateFace-SittingAlso: Riding the face, QueeningOral sex with the receiving partner kneeling over the giving partner's face, in control.After MidnightModerateSquatting CowgirlAlso: Frog, SquatOn top, feet flat instead of knees down. Deeper and a real thigh workout.After MidnightChallengingThe Deep FoldAlso: Knees to chest, The anvilThe receiving partner draws their knees toward their chest. As deep as it gets.After MidnightChallenging
Kama Sutra-inspired
Adapted from the Kama Sutra, a Sanskrit text on love and living well that is far more than a list of positions. Traditional names alongside plain English.
LotusAlso: Padmasana, Seated lotusBoth sitting up, wrapped around each other. Slow, close and very still.CandlelitModerateThe Yawning PositionAlso: Vijrimbhitaka, Legs wide and raisedOn the back, legs raised and opened wide. A Kama Sutra classic.SmolderingModeratePosition of IndraniAlso: Indranika, Knees to the sidesKnees drawn up and out to the sides, named for the queen of the gods in Hindu tradition.SmolderingModerateThe Clasping PositionAlso: Samputa, Legs closed togetherLying fully together, legs outstretched and pressed close. Simple and snug.CandlelitEasyTwining of a CreeperAlso: Latavestitaka, Standing embraceA standing embrace, one partner wrapped around the other like a vine. Where many evenings start.CandlelitEasySplitting the BambooAlso: Venudaritaka, One leg upOn the back, one leg up on a shoulder and one stretched out, switching sides now and then.After MidnightModerateThe Turning PositionAlso: ParavrittakaThe partner on top turns all the way around, from facing to facing away, without separating.After MidnightChallengingCongress of a CowAlso: Dhenuka, Standing, bent forwardThe front partner stands and bends forward with hands on the floor or a low surface.After MidnightModerateSupported CongressAlso: Against the wallStanding face to face, one partner's back against a wall for support.SmolderingModerateSuspended CongressAlso: Standing carry, Lift and carryOne partner lifted and held, legs wrapped around the other's waist, back against a wall.After MidnightChallenging
Furniture & Props
Wedges, ramps, swings, benches, chairs and the edge of the bed doing the heavy lifting.
From Behind, Over a WedgeAlso: Wedge doggyThe front partner drapes over a wedge, hips on the high side. Doggy style without the effort.SmolderingEasyUses a propOral on a WedgeAlso: Supported oralThe receiving partner reclines with hips raised on a wedge, so the giving partner's neck gets a break.After MidnightEasyUses a propIn the SwingAlso: Sex swingThe receiving partner sits in a sex swing, weightless, while the other stands.After MidnightModerateUses a propSeated in a Silk HammockAlso: Aerial silkOne partner cradled in a low aerial-silk hammock, the other standing or seated close.After MidnightChallengingUses a propStraddling the BenchAlso: Bench rideOne partner straddles a padded bench lengthwise; the other straddles them, facing.SmolderingModerateUses a propReverse in the ChairAlso: Reverse lap, Seated from behindOne partner sits in an armless chair; the other sits on their lap facing away.SmolderingEasyUses a propOral in the ArmchairAlso: Seated oralOne partner sits back in a deep chair, the other kneels on a cushion in front.After MidnightEasyUses a propFrom Behind at the Bed's EdgeAlso: Edge doggyThe front partner kneels at the edge of the bed; the other stands behind.After MidnightEasy