12 Steamy Shower Sex Positions To Try Tonight

Shower sex can be incredible, and these 12 shower sex positions will walk you through how to make it as pleasurable as possible.

As with all sex acts, only try these positions with your partner's enthusiastic consent.

Let's dive in…

1. Standing

Standing is probably the most practical shower sex position, especially if your shower is on the smaller side.

To get into the Standing sex position in the shower, you'll stay upright while your partner penetrates you from behind. Bracing your hands against the wall in front of you can help with balance. This position also works great for anal sex.

There are plenty of ways to spice this position up…

• If you're having anal sex with your partner behind you, they can reach around and finger you at the same time to boost your pleasure.
• They can also kiss your neck, shoulders, and back throughout.
• They can massage your breasts and nipples.
• They can place a hand on your neck and choke you during sex if that's something you both enjoy. Just be sure to agree on a safe word first!
• Standing turns extra hot if your shower faces a mirror, since you can put on a show for each other!

2. Shower Head

Many (though not all) women can masturbate and orgasm just from aiming the shower head's stream at their vulva or vagina. So…

Next time you're having shower sex in a position like Standing (covered above), try this:

• Grab the shower head and point the water stream directly at your vulva and vagina.
• Most shower heads offer different spray settings that change the water flow, experiment to find whichever setting feels best.
• Mix it up by letting your partner take control of the shower head and aim it at you instead. Just try to keep the rest of the bathroom dry!
• You can also work the shower head into foreplay before or during sex.

Learn: How to orgasm easily during sex and masturbation.

3. Dancer

The Dancer position isn't ideal if you lack flexibility or have shaky balance.

Both of you stand upright facing one another. Raise one leg so your partner can support your thigh, as shown above, then he can begin penetrating you. A few tips for more pleasure:

• He may need to bend his knees slightly to lower his height and make things easier.
• Hold onto something sturdy in case either of you loses your footing in the shower while making love.
• Showers with built-in grab handles make this a lot more manageable. Avoid gripping loose fixtures for support, since they can break off and lead to injury or costly bathroom repairs.

4. Blow Job On Your Knees

Blow jobs can feel especially intense under running water.

The simplest way to give a blow job here has your partner standing while you kneel. A few tricks to make it comfortable as well as enjoyable:

• Fold a towel and place it under your knees as cushioning for this shower sex position.
• Have your partner stand between you and the water stream, using their back to block it, so it's not pouring onto your face. You don't want to feel waterboarded while giving head!
• Alternatively, kneel facing away from the water while your partner stands in front of you.
• From there, it's simply a matter of using your favorite blow job techniques.

5. Cunnilingus In The Shower

Cunnilingus works beautifully in the shower too.

Start by standing upright with your legs apart while your partner sits on the shower floor in front of you, legs extended. They'll then lean back, propping themselves up on their hands.

From there they tilt their head back and start eating you out. Try these tips to make it even better…

• As the receiver standing above them, guide their head closer to your vulva or clitoris exactly where you want it.
• If standing doesn't work well for your shower's layout, have your partner kneel in front of you instead.
• You can also talk dirty or say some of these dominant things to your partner while they go down on you.
• Encourage your partner to try some of these 85 female oral sex techniques to help make you cum.
• If your shower is too tight for two, this position may be tricky to pull off comfortably.

6. Cowgirl In The Shower

If you've got a roomy shower or you're showering in the bathtub, a variation of the Cowgirl position becomes possible.

Your partner lies on their back while you straddle them facing forward. Normally you'd be on your knees for Cowgirl, but that gets uncomfortable fast on a wet shower floor, so stay on your feet instead, as shown above. Then it's time to enjoy yourself…

• Move up and down on your partner to feel them thrusting in and out.
• Alternatively, rock forward➡️ and backward⬅️, which stimulates your clit more.
• If your ankles or knees give you trouble, you may want to skip Cowgirl in favor of another shower position.
• You can also line towels under your knees as padding if needed.

7. Lotus

The Lotus position is one of the most intimate positions out there, and it's a popular choice for tantric sex too.

Start by laying down a towel for your partner to sit on. They'll sit with their knees crossed in front of them, and you'll settle into their lap facing them, wrapping your legs around their waist.

• Sex feels far more intimate in Lotus when you maintain eye contact, great for anyone who loves making love slowly.
• Syncing your breathing together can deepen that connection even further.
• If you like things a touch rougher, scratching your partner's back works well in this position.

8. Lap Dance

I went back and forth on including the Lap Dance position here, since it takes some setup and needs a shower roomy enough for a chair, or a shower/tub with a built-in seat.

Set things up by placing a sturdy, water-safe chair in the shower for your partner. Bring them in, sit them down, turn on the water, and start with a lap dance.

You don't need to be a professional dancer to make this enjoyable, actually, trying anything too fancy could result in injury! Here are some tips for giving your partner a lap dance in the shower…

• Turn and grind your butt against their crotch.
• From there, ease smoothly into sex in the Lap Dance position.

Other Lap Dance Options

• You can also straddle one of your partner's legs and grind/hump it all the way to orgasm, facing them or with your back turned.
• Standing with your back to your partner, sway your hips side to side.
• As you sway, guide your partner's hands to your hips to help set the pace.
• Hand your partner some body wash and let them give you a sensual massage while washing you. It's a chance to get both dirty and clean at once!

9. Doggy Style

Doggy Style can be seriously hot in the shower, as long as there's enough room to move.

Protecting your knees matters most here. Wet skin against a hard surface can hurt or scrape easily, so lay down something soft like a folded towel first.

From there, get on all fours with your partner behind you for Doggy Style. To spice it up…

• Let your partner pull your hair if that's your thing.
• Anal sex works well in this position, just use a silicone-based lube so it won't rinse away. Tips to prepare for anal sex.
• During anal in this position, your partner can reach around to play with your clit too.

10. Leaning Against The Wall

Leaning Against The Wall is a relaxed, low-effort position, ideal if you're not feeling acrobatic and just want to enjoy shower sex without the gymnastics.

Your partner sits with their back against the shower wall, and you lower yourself onto their lap, taking their penis (or a strap-on if they're pegging you). Try these tips to make sex more intense here…

• Since your partner has limited room to thrust from this position, you'll be doing most of the work, grinding or bracing your hands on their thighs for an up-and-down rhythm.
• During anal in this position, your partner can reach around and massage your G Spot, which may help you squirt.
• They can also massage your breasts and play with your nipples, which might even lead to a nipple orgasm.

For more ideas, check out the Bouncing Spoon position, which is quite similar to this one.

11. Stand And Carry

If your partner is strong and steady on their feet, you might want to try the Stand and Carry position*. It's probably not the best pick if either of you tends to be unsteady, though.

Your partner stays standing, hands under your butt, as you wrap your legs around their waist like in the illustration above. Wrap your arms around their neck to take some of your own weight off, your legs can help support the rest.

Once you're settled and your partner is inside you, they can begin thrusting. On top of that…

• They can lift you up and down using their hands and arms.
• If there's a handrail in the shower, your partner might want to grip it for extra stability.
• Pressing you against the wall takes some weight off them and lets them thrust with more power.

*We don't recommend this position unless you're both fully aware of the slipping risk and the potential for injury.

Go deeper: How to have sex against a wall (13 positions)

12. Bent Over

Getting bent over by your partner in the shower is great if you enjoy feeling submissive during sex and they enjoy taking the dominant role.

Both of you stand facing the same direction, with your partner penetrating you from behind. That said…

It leans closer to Doggy Style since you're bent forward. The woman shown above is actually fairly upright, she could bend further for this position to really work.

Here are some tips to keep the Bent Over position hot…

• Keep at least one hand pressed against the wall to help with balance in this shower sex position.
• With your free hand, try some of these 14 masturbation techniques for stronger orgasms.
• If you're into kinkier sex, your partner can pull out and spank you.
• Finally, make sure the shower head isn't pointed at your face during Bent Over, or it'll feel like you're drowning!

Whether a given shower sex position works for you depends on a few things, your shower's size and layout, your personal preferences, and the body types involved. You're bound to find at least one favorite among these positions, so give them a try and share your top pick in the comments below.

December 4, 2023