The Corkscrew Sex Position

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Looking for something new to try, or dealing with a height mismatch? Give the Corkscrew position a shot. It's fresh without requiring acrobat-level flexibility, and it leaves your partner free to play with your nipples or stimulate your clit by hand.

Getting into Corkscrew couldn't be simpler. Lie on your side, facing away from your partner. They then kneel behind you on the bed, or stand beside it, to penetrate you for regular intercourse or anal sex.

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What The Person Receiving Does In Corkscrew

If your partner is standing beside the bed, scoot yourself close to the edge — your butt may hang slightly off during Corkscrew.

You can keep your whole body angled away from your partner, or tilt your upper body backward instead. That lets you make eye contact, which is great for dirty talk. Depending on how your bodies line up, kissing might be possible too.

Your top arm stays free, so use it to touch yourself, reach for your partner, or just grip the sheets. A vibrator can also work nicely in this position.

What The Penetrating Partner Does In Corkscrew

This position is all about thrusting. Grab your partner's hips, legs, or another body part for leverage. Standing? You might be able to hold the headboard for similar support.

You may be able to reach around and play with your partner's breasts or clit. Spanking can work here too, similar to Doggy style. And since your partner is facing away, hair-pulling is fair game.

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If kneeling doesn't line up height-wise, try standing instead, or the reverse. Spreading your knees wider lowers your body, while bringing them closer together raises you up.

Ways To Level Up Corkscrew

Corkscrew works well as-is, but a few tweaks can make it even better:

Add a pillow – Tucking one under your hips lifts your body and makes penetration smoother in Corkscrew.

Bring in a mirror – Since you're both facing the same direction, Corkscrew lends itself well to having sex in front of a mirror — or a camera.

Try the couch – If the penetrating partner is standing, a tall couch works well. Kneeling can also work on a couch with deep cushions, a chaise, or an ottoman.

More: 14 couch sex positions for intense sex.

Corkscrew Variations And Similar Positions

If Corkscrew's your thing (or if it's not quite doing it for you), here are some alternatives worth exploring:

Flatiron

Flatiron resembles Corkscrew, except the receiving partner's lower body lies flat on the bed with legs spread. This lets the penetrating partner settle between your legs, closer to Missionary. It offers less access to the rest of your body, though.

Intersection

A bit more distinctive than Corkscrew. While you're on your side, your partner slides between your legs. This can get tricky without enough room between your legs, or if your partner's weight is too much to comfortably support. Angling your top leg back and your bottom leg forward can make it easier.

Pretzel

Transition from Corkscrew into Pretzel by having your partner slide a leg between yours to straddle your bottom leg.

Spooning

The classic sideways position, so the resemblance to Corkscrew makes sense. Here, your partner lies directly behind you, parallel to your body. It allows more skin contact and feels more intimate overall, which is why it works so well for slower, more romantic sex.

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Screw

Similar to Corkscrew, but instead of kneeling or standing, the penetrating partner lies down behind you, closer to a Missionary setup from the rear. This may suit you better if height differences make Corkscrew awkward.

Sean's Thoughts On The Corkscrew Sex Position

Corkscrew is a solid choice since most people can pull it off without much trouble. If your partner is on the smaller side (tips for working with a smaller penis) and you've got a larger butt, it might not line up perfectly. But most couples can try this one with zero prep, and it can also work well for sex during pregnancy.

March 10, 2025