How To Locate & Stimulate Your A Spot For Orgasm (Plus 18 A Spot Positions)

This detailed walkthrough covers everything you need to locate and stimulate your A Spot — and when it's done right, that stimulation can trigger powerful, full-body orgasms. You'll learn what the A Spot is, how to find it, how it differs from the G Spot, how to stimulate your A Spot during masturbation, and 18 A Spot sex positions.

What The A Spot Actually Is

Formally, the A Spot goes by the anterior fornix erogenous zone (or AFE spot), and you'll sometimes hear it called the deep spot. It's an internal area — tucked inside your vaginal canal — that produces sexual pleasure when stimulated the right way. Only people with a vagina have an A Spot.

Where The A Spot Sits

The A Spot sits deep along the anterior side of your vaginal canal — the side nearest your stomach — between your cervix and your bladder. (The anterior side simply means the wall of your vaginal canal closest to your belly.)

How To Find The A Spot

To locate your A Spot, slide a lubricated finger into your vagina so that the pad of your finger (the fingerprint side) rests against the anterior wall of your vaginal canal.

Ease your finger slowly deeper. After a couple of inches you'll pass over your G Spot, which feels soft and spongy.

Keep going deeper still.

From there, bring your finger toward the front wall of your vagina, just above the cervix. That's where the A Spot lives — the point where the anterior wall of your vaginal canal meets your cervix. The opposite side, the posterior fornix, isn't a source of much sexual pleasure for most people.

Just How Deep Is The A Spot?

As you travel deeper along the anterior wall (toward your stomach), you'll feel the opening of the cervix — and possibly the strings of an IUD, if you have one.

The A Spot is just about as deep inside the vagina as you can reach.

Go slowly if you're not sure you've found it.

Note 1 – Every body is built a little differently, so the exact location can vary from person to person. It might feel like it's right above your cervix, or noticeably further away. A bit of "investigating" may be needed to pin it down.

Note 2 – It's far easier to find your A Spot once you're already aroused. The more turned on you are, the more sensitive it feels to stimulation.

A Spot vs G Spot

Since the A Spot and G Spot lie only a few inches apart, people often mix them up. Here are the key differences.

Location – Both sit on the anterior wall of the vagina, but the G Spot is nearer the entrance, while the A Spot is roughly 2 inches deeper inside.

Texture – When you're aroused, your G Spot feels soft and spongy, a bit like a wet raspberry. Your A Spot feels much like the rest of your vagina, apart from the area right beside your cervix, which is firmer.

In reality, both spots are part of the larger clitoral complex that wraps around your vagina and delivers pleasure during penetration and when particular areas are stimulated. As one study puts it:

The anatomical relationships and dynamic interactions between the clitoris, urethra, and anterior vaginal wall have led to the concept of a clitourethrovaginal (CUV) complex, defining a variable, multifaceted morphofunctional area that, when properly stimulated during penetration, could induce orgasmic responses [1].

In other words, there's no distinct G spot as such [2]. The same holds for the A spot: it isn't a separate organ but rather a place where the clitoris can be stimulated through the vaginal wall.

Some researchers go further, calling the anterior fornix erogenous zone a "term used by some sexologists but [it is] not accepted or shared by experts in human anatomy" [3].

Fingering Techniques For The A Spot

Now that you know where the A Spot is, let's get into some techniques for stimulating it and enjoying those deep-spot orgasms.

But first, one crucial thing to keep in mind:

Every body is different — each responds to different kinds of stimulation, and some don't respond at all. Try out a range of A spot techniques and sex positions, then hold on to whatever works for you and let go of the rest.

A technique that worked before, or with a past partner, won't necessarily work every time. It's perfectly fine to set it aside and revisit it later. And it's equally fine to decide A spot stimulation just isn't for you and to focus on what you know works — or on trying something new entirely.

Fingering

We'll start with fingering. If your fingers are on the shorter side, reaching the A Spot can be tricky, but with a good stretch you should be able to reach it with your fingertips. Give these 3 techniques a try:

Stroking – Apply pressure to your A Spot in a single direction.

Pressing – Press your finger into your A Spot. You can press and release repeatedly, as though tapping a button, or hold steady, continuous pressure on it. Experiment with both and see which feels best.

Rubbing – Finally, rub your A Spot in a circular motion, or with a back-and-forth motion.

As you get the hang of reaching the A spot, you might find your body prefers very different stimulation for the A spot versus the G spot — or the two might feel pretty similar!

Using Sex Toys

During solo play, the right sex toy makes A Spot stimulation far easier than fingers and hands alone. The two that work best are a dildo or an internal vibrator — the shape doesn't matter much, but it needs to be long enough to comfortably reach your A Spot.

Dildo

Much like using a vibrator on your A Spot, you insert the dildo until it reaches your A Spot, then experiment with the kind of stimulation that feels best.

• Try holding the dildo still, with steady pressure against your A Spot.
• Try thrusting it in and out in a rhythm to stimulate your A Spot.
• Try twisting it in a circular motion while it's pressed against your deep spot — just be sure you're well lubricated for this.

Your A spot may respond better to certain textures, temperatures, or materials, so try a few different dildos to see which suits it best.

Note: A suction-cup dildo is a great choice if you'd like to stimulate your A Spot hands-free.

Vibrator

An internal vibrator couldn't be easier to use. Hold it against your A Spot and pick whichever vibration pattern feels most pleasurable. A little lube before insertion makes the whole thing smoother.

Related: How To Use A Vibrator For Intense Orgasms

Experiment With Your Body Position During Solo Play

Perhaps the single most important thing you can do while fingering yourself or using sex toys on your A Spot is to play with your body position.

Why?

Shifting your position changes how prominent your A Spot is inside your vagina. And here's the key…

The more prominent your A Spot is inside your vagina, the easier it is to stimulate.

Here are a few A spot positions to try on your own:

• Squat down
• Lie on your back with a pillow beneath your hips
• Tighten your abdominal muscles, imagining that you're "pushing your A Spot further into your vagina."
• Kneel with your bum resting on your heels.
• Lie face down on your stomach.
• Lie on your side (or back) and draw your knees up to your chest
• Sit in a chair with your knees bent and feet flat on the seat.

With time, you'll work out which positions best deliver an A Spot orgasm.

Now let's turn to having A Spot orgasms during partnered sex.

18 A Spot Sex Positions For Deep Orgasms

If you want to enjoy A Spot orgasms consistently, the most important thing to figure out is…

Which positions and angles work for YOU and your partner

Below you'll find plenty of different sex positions for A Spot orgasms, but…

As I noted at the very start of this guide, every body is built a little differently. The perfect position for one person can be the worst possible one for another when it comes to hitting their A Spot.

• Your partner may be very tall with a short penis, or…
• short with a much longer penis…
• carrying a bit of extra weight, or…
• different in some other way that affects his ability to reach your A Spot.

Try a variety of positions, and over time you'll learn exactly which ones work best for you. And once you've nailed down those winners…

Take it further by adding a sex toy, having your partner rub your clitoris, or anything else that feels good.

Let's dive into the positions…

1. Missionary With A Pillow

This is simply the standard Missionary position with one tweak: slide a pillow under your hips to lift them upward.

That shift in the angle of penetration lets your partner's penis meet your A Spot more easily.

You may need to try different pillows — or even stack 2 or 3 at once — to dial in the perfect angle for you both.

Propping a pillow under your hips is so popular with couples that companies like Liberator and Dame make specialty sex pillows designed specifically for it. Built from firm memory foam so they hold their shape, they're made specifically for sex, unlike the pillows you sleep on.

2. Doggy Style

Doggy Style can be a fantastic position for reaching your A Spot, as long as you and your partner experiment a little to find the right angle.

The thrusting partner may need to rise up high on their knees, or the receiving partner may need to shift their hips forward or back to nail the angle.

Vibrator option – Doggy Style is ideal for bringing in a vibrator. Resting on your elbows, reach back with one hand to run a vibrator over your clit, or rub it with your fingers.

Leaning over a position pillow can also make holding the pose easier.

3. Deep Impact

This is a perfect position for anyone who enjoys A spot stimulation during intercourse, and for deep penetration lovers in general — all thanks to resting your legs on your partner's shoulders. Deep Impact is also comfier than some legs-up positions, since your knees aren't folded toward your chest.

With your partner kneeling and his legs spread, scoot in close so your butt rests lightly on his thighs or waist. He can hold your thighs for leverage.

4. Crab

Crab not only lets your partner's penis (or a toy) reach the AFE spot deep inside, it also hands you the control. Their part is simple: they lie back on the bed. You then sit on top facing them, legs extended in front of you toward their arms or shoulders. Lean back onto your arms as they rest on your partner's legs, using your arms and legs to lift your hips.

Placing your feet outside your partner's arms works for some, but if you're shorter, tucking them under his armpits may be easier. You might also find it comfier to lean back on the bed rather than on his legs. Whatever you do, don't lean on his knees — you could injure him.

5. Reverse Cowgirl

This one's a real classic. Your partner lies down and you straddle his hips facing away, either kneeling or squatting — whichever feels better. Since you're in charge during Reverse Cowgirl, you can rock, swivel, or lift your hips while your partner grips your waist or even spanks you!

Related: 7 Tricks to Get Your Boyfriend to Spank You in the Bedroom

6. G Spot Sniper

Most positions that provide access to your G spot are also great for finding the A spot, this one included. Start on your back. Your partner kneels upright by your butt, facing you, then grips your hips and raises them until penetration is possible.

With his hands cupping your butt, he can thrust or lift your hips, and you can hold his thighs for extra leverage.

If the upright kneel is awkward given your body shapes or sizes, he can raise or lower himself to compensate.

7. Launch Pad

For the more adventurous, Launch Pad can be seriously satisfying. Your partner kneels with knees spread wide on the bed, while you lie on your back between his legs, knees bent toward your chest and feet flat against his chest.

It isn't the comfiest position for every body or for long stretches, but the A spot stimulation it delivers is excellent.

8. Sideways

If your partner is well-endowed enough, he may be able to reach your A spot in the Sideways position, also known as Sporking. You both lie on your sides facing the same way, your knees bent and legs held close together, while he penetrates from behind.

As with Spooning, your partner can pull you close, kiss your shoulders, and play with your nipples or clitoris. Grab some great clitoral stimulation techniques and pair them with the A spot methods above.

9. Tea Spooning

Teaspooning takes Spooning up a level — literally! You both kneel upright, his knees between yours as he enters from behind. He can hold your hips, waist, or shoulders while you reach back around him.

It's an intimate position that can hit the A spot if your partner's penis is long enough. It may not work as well, though, if kneeling is hard on you or there's a big height gap between the two of you.

10. Tug Of Love

This position might look silly, but it's perfect if you love deep penetration and A spot stimulation. You both lie on your backs with your butts nearly touching. Your partner bends his knees outward, and you drape your legs over his thighs, knees bent and feet tucked under his arms. Then you clasp hands and use that grip as leverage for thrusting.

Getting into Tug of Love can be a little fiddly at first, but once you're there, it's well worth the effort!

11. Spooning

Spooning is a classic for good reason — it's intimate and gentle on the body. And if your partner is big enough, he can reach your A spot as he penetrates from behind.

Spice it up with nipple clamps or a clitoral vibrator. Spooning is also great for anal sex.

12. Acrobat

As the name hints, this one takes a bit of acrobatic ability, so no judgment if you skip it or only give it a quick try. Have your partner lie on the bed, straddle him as you would for Reverse Cowgirl, then lie all the way back so your upper body rests on his chest.

In Acrobat, the partner on the bottom has more room to thrust than the one on top has to move their hips. Still, you're free to masturbate your clitoris, massage your breasts, or enjoy some nipple play.

13. Helicopter

Helicopter is easily one of the trickier A spot sex positions, but it's worth a shot. You both lie face down on the bed, heads pointing away from each other, your legs spread outward with his thighs resting on yours.

The idea is for your partner to angle his penis downward to penetrate you. When your bodies line up well, the Helicopter can deliver extremely deep stimulation.

14. Butterfly

What could be better than a position that reaches this deep spot without sacrificing comfort? Meet the Butterfly. It's easy to set up: lie at the edge of the bed with your legs pointing straight up. Your partner stands beside the bed, slides his hands beneath your butt, and enters you. It's one of our favorites for deep-spot stimulation.

There are a few ways to vary this A spot sex position. You might cross your ankles or rest your feet on your partner's chest, while he holds your thighs, legs, or feet. If lining up is difficult, have him kneel instead, or use a table, ottoman, or another piece of furniture.

15. Exposed Eagle

This A spot sex position gets its name from the way your legs are spread and your body left exposed. Your partner sits with his legs stretched out straight. Kneel over his hips and lean back as far as you can, resting on his legs. If you're flexible enough, grab your ankles — or play with your clitoris or breasts instead.

It takes some experimenting with Exposed Eagle to find the best motion. Your partner might, for instance, slide his hands under your thighs or caress your body.

16. Jockey

Like most rear-entry sex positions, Jockey is perfect for anal sex (discover how to have an anal orgasm). But if you're chasing a deep-spot orgasm, it delivers there too!

Lie face down with your elbows bent so your arms hold up your upper body — or simply let your body rest flat on the bed.

Your partner kneels and straddles your butt, entering from behind. He can lean forward onto his arms and experiment with lifting his butt and hips or keeping them low to the bed.

Variation: Prone Bone with a sex wedge pillow underneath your hips.

17. Octopus

This A spot sex position asks for flexibility from both of you, but master it and you're rewarded with deep vaginal orgasms and intimate eye contact! In Octopus, your bodies fold together like a single creature.

Have your partner sit on the bed, leaning back a little on his arms. Sit between his legs, which curl around your lower body, and support yourself with your hands on the bed behind you, ankles resting on his shoulders. It can help to start lying down, let your partner get into position, then have him lift your legs as he sits up.

18. Pearly Gates

For this final A spot sex position, your partner lies down with knees slightly bent and feet flat on the bed. You lie back on top of him, face up, your thighs falling outside his, free to reach up and caress his head. Either of you can rub your clitoris or breasts, and he can kiss you from behind. Pearly Gates is well worth a shot.

Frequently Asked Questions About The A Spot

Sometimes my A Spot isn't pleasurable, or I can't even find it. Why?!

For some women, the A Spot gets easier or harder to find at different points in the menstrual cycle. That's because the cervix shifts position depending on where you are in your cycle, which can make the A spot trickier to locate.

Since your A Spot sits right beside the cervix, this can also make it easier or harder to stimulate.

If you're serious about your sexual pleasure, try some of the A Spot positions above at different points in your cycle to discover when it's easiest to stimulate and feels most pleasurable.

Why does my A Spot sometimes feel painful when it's touched?

There are 3 likely reasons:

1. You're not actually on your A Spot but on your cervix, which is very sensitive for some women. Changing the position or angle your man penetrates you at usually fixes this.
2. As mentioned earlier, your menstrual cycle can move the cervix and potentially block the A spot, so a position that once felt pleasurable can suddenly feel painful.
3. You may have bruised or overstimulated your vagina during sex or masturbation — or even from a menstrual device. If easing off or removing anything for a few days doesn't help, talk to your doctor.

June 28, 2021