28 Anal Sex Positions (+ Pictures) For Wild, Intense Orgasms

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Keeping anal sex fun and pleasurable with your man matters if you want your sex life to stay hot — and honestly, that's the whole mission of the Love Curi: hot, fun, exciting sex!

So today, I'm walking through 28 great anal sex positions to try together so boredom never stands a chance. For whatever reason, most people default to Doggy Style and never branch out for anal. It's time to change that. Just like there are countless ways to give your man a great blow job, there's a whole world of fun, pleasurable anal sex positions worth exploring too! If you're hunting for something new, try these…

You'll also find another 119 sex positions here. And if anal sex is new territory for you, check out our guide on how to have pain-free anal sex first.

1. Piledriver

Love it when your man takes firm control? Then the Piledriver is calling your name — though it does demand some flexibility and lower-back strength.

To get into position, lie on your back and let your man grab your legs, pushing them back until your ankles are nearly by your head. From this deeply vulnerable pose, he squats over you and enters you anally.

To thrust, he simply squats up and down. You won't be doing much besides lying back and enjoying the ride in the Piledriver position.

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2. Rear Entry

Rear Entry for anal sex feels a lot like Spooning, but on your belly. As with the Jockey position, you lie face down on your stomach — legs together or spread, whichever you prefer. Your man lies directly on top of you, facing the same direction, and enters from there.

If your man carries extra weight around his midsection, you may feel a fair amount of pressure on your back in Rear Entry — worth flagging to him if that's a concern.

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Psst, did you know positions like Rear Entry also work great for pegging your man?

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More Intensity: Try the Prone Bone sex position (similar to Rear Entry) while the receiving partner is in bondage during sex.

3. Turtle

The Turtle suits anyone who enjoys feeling small and submissive during sex, though it can be tricky if you're not especially flexible.

Start upright on your knees, then lean forward and pull your body down toward your thighs, as shown in the demonstration. Your man kneels behind you. It's an easy position for him, but can turn uncomfortable for you fairly quickly.

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4. High Chair Position

The High Chair is a fantastic anal sex position that most people have never even thought to try. All you need is a seat to sit on with your butt slightly sticking out, while your guy stands, squats, or kneels depending on the chair's height.

He enters you from there and can grab your waist or shoulders for leverage while thrusting. Three quick notes on the High Chair:

It's much easier on a tall stool or chair, since it lets your man stand comfortably.
It works best set up near a wall or kitchen counter, so you can push back against him while keeping your balance.
Your partner can also reach around and apply gentle pressure to your lower stomach externally, which many women find quite enjoyable.

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5. Teaspooning

Teaspooning is basically an easier, gentler take on the Bodyguard position. It follows the same setup as Bodyguard, except you're kneeling rather than standing.

Switching between Doggy Style and Teaspooning is effortless. Reaching back to hold onto your man helps with balance, and if rougher sex is your thing, try it against a wall so you can push back against him.

Read: Sex against a wall, positions & tips.

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6. Leap Frog

Leap Frog is another twist on regular Doggy Style, and it's perfect for making your man cry out in bed with pleasure. It's identical to Doggy Style except you keep your chest low on the bed while arching your back. Moving between Doggy Style, Leap Frog, or even the Bulldog position is simple.

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7. Bodyguard Position

The Bodyguard is a wonderful anal sex position for feeling truly close to your man. You both stand upright, facing the same direction, as he enters you from behind and you lean back into him.

In a lot of ways, Bodyguard is Spooning while standing. It can feel incredibly intimate when he wraps his arms around you, but for something more vigorous, try it against a wall so you can push back into him.

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8. Burning Man Position

If you love your man firmly in control — and especially if you enjoy being pounded during anal sex — the Burning Man position is for you.

All you need is a table or sofa to lean over while your man stays upright behind you. As you lean forward, he enters and starts thrusting.

Leaning over the furniture leaves you with nowhere to go, which makes this a great pick if rough sex is your thing.

Just make sure whatever you're leaning against is comfortable — a pillow or blanket helps prevent any accidental injury during Burning Man.

Note that this position isn't ideal for sex during pregnancy. Learn tricks for making anal sex during pregnancy more comfortable.

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9. Cross

I'll be honest — the Cross is a genuinely awkward anal sex position. You start lying face down on the bed, and your man lies over you so your bodies form a rough Cross shape, as shown in the demonstration. He can support himself on his hands, or simply rest his stomach against the bed.

I've kept the Cross on this list to keep things interesting, but one real downside is that it's nowhere near as intimate as something like Spooning, since you're barely touching.

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10. Pump Position

The Pump is a bit different from most positions you know, and honestly, it takes real stamina to sustain for long. It works best on a sofa or bed.

Go deeper: 14 sofa sex positions & illustrations.

Start by standing at the edge of the sofa, then crouch so your butt hangs over the edge. Your man stands behind you and enters from there, gripping your waist or the underside of your thighs for support.

From there, it's simply a matter of him thrusting, or you pushing back against him.

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11. Bulldog

The Bulldog brings more dominance than almost any other position on this list. Your man can really pound you here, and you're free to push back onto him as much as you like.

Get down on your hands and knees, legs held close together. Your man squats above you, gripping your hips, waist, shoulders, or hair, and starts thrusting while you thrust back to meet him.

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12. See Saw Position

Finding an anal sex position where you're actually facing each other trips up a lot of couples — that's where the See Saw comes in. Your man sits on the bed, propping himself up slightly with his hands behind him, or lies flat if he prefers.

You then settle onto his lap facing him, letting him enter you anally. Thrusting is tough for him in this position, so most of the movement falls to you. Bracing your hands behind you helps keep you steady throughout the See Saw.

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13. Doggy Style

No list of anal sex positions would be complete without the classic Doggy Style. It's about as simple as it gets — hands and knees, legs spread, while your man enters from behind on his knees.

He can take real control here by gripping your hips, waist, shoulders, or hair for more forceful thrusts, and you're perfectly positioned to push back into him, especially against a wall.

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14. Pearly Gates

Pearly Gates makes for some especially intimate anal sex with your man.

Couples love it not just for anal but for vaginal sex too, since the angle it creates makes hitting the G-Spot easier.

To set up, your man lies on his back with his legs spread slightly and feet planted for stability. You then sit on top of him with your back to him, similar to getting into the Full Nelson sex position, before leaning backward as shown in the demonstration so he can enter you.

Spread your arms out for balance while he wraps his around you.

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15. Lap Dance Position

In the Lap Dance position, you take on most of the effort. Your man sits on a sofa or chair, legs spread, while you back up onto his lap and lower yourself onto him.

As the picture suggests, it genuinely looks like you're giving him a lap dance. If leaning forward tires you out, simply lean back against him and let your weight rest in his lap.

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16. Speed Bump

The Speed Bump is one you can almost certainly say you've never tried. All you need is an exercise ball to lie on top of, stomach-down.

With your legs close together on the ball, your man positions his legs outside yours and starts thrusting, gripping your waist, hips, or shoulders for balance. Skip grabbing your hair here, though — he's more likely to lose his footing in this position, which isn't worth the risk.

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17. Spooning

Spooning is the timeless "intimate" position — and it happens to be ideal for anal sex too. To spoon with your man, lie on your sides together, with him behind you facing the same direction as he enters from behind.

Spooning is a great choice for a first anal sex experience, since you're already comfortable and have solid control over how deep he goes. Drawing your knees toward your chest also makes it noticeably easier the first few times you try anal together.

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18. Poles Apart

Think of Poles Apart as the flip side of Spooning — your man's head ends up near your feet while yours sits near his, as shown in the picture. It's especially fun if you have a foot fetish, since it gives your man plenty of opportunity to focus on your feet with his hands and mouth.

Drawing your knees toward your chest before he enters, then straightening them once you're both settled, makes this position much more comfortable.

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19. Jockey

If you love your man on top and in charge during anal sex, the Jockey position will be a favorite. Lie face down, legs together, and relax — feel free to slide a pillow under your hips to lift your bum slightly and shift the entry angle (9 orgasmic sex pillow positions).

Syntribation: Squeeze your legs tightly together to syntribate and reach orgasm more easily in the Jockey position.

Your man straddles you on his knees, leaning over your back to enter, as shown in the demonstration.

He holds all the control in Jockey and can go as hard or as soft as you both enjoy. It's also a perfect angle for him to grab your hair or shoulders.

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20. Missionary

It might surprise you, but the classic vaginal sex position translates beautifully to anal sex too! Since the anus and vagina sit close together, your man simply aims a little lower. Try tucking a pillow beneath your butt to lift your hips closer to his.

The perks of Missionary during anal are obvious — eye contact, kissing, conversation. It feels much more like lovemaking!

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21. Cowgirl

Cowgirl puts you firmly in control during anal sex. Simply straddle your man and lower yourself onto him. It offers the same perks here as it does vaginally — control over depth and pace, plus easy access to your clitoris for either of you. Depending on your bodies, you might even work in a vibrator or finger your G-spot while riding.

Prefer facing away? Switch to Reverse Cowgirl instead.

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22. Lotus

This classic lap-sitting position brings incredible closeness with your partner — one of several reasons guys enjoy anal so much. Why shouldn't that closeness apply to anal sex too? Your man sits with legs crossed, and you climb onto his lap, wrapping your legs around his hips.

Side note: Women like anal sex too.

You may need to adjust slightly. Your man can support your body a bit to ease penetration, or instead of wrapping your legs around him, keep your knees bent with feet on the bed behind him for more leverage moving your hips.

Lotus may not work as well if either of you carries extra weight around the midsection.

Learn more about the Lotus sex position.

23. Viennese Oyster

Lie on your back while your man pins your ankles back near your head, lifting your butt up — the perfect setup for trying anal sex.

This position doesn't leave you much room to move, but you get great eye contact, and it's worth noting that fuller midsections can make it a bit less comfortable for some.

Learn more about the Viennese Oyster position.

24. Anvil

In Anvil, you lie on your back with your legs between you and your man, who penetrates from above while leaning over your body. Depending on your leg length, your ankles might land near his chest, shoulders, or head. Lean him back slightly and plant your feet on his chest instead, and you've shifted into the Launch Pad position.

Anvil works beautifully for anal because your man leaning over naturally lifts your hips, giving him more access — plus it delivers plenty of intense eye contact!

Discover more about the Anvil sex position.

25. Sandwich

A related position starts with you on your back and your partner kneeling or lying much as he would for Missionary. Instead of planting his hands on the bed beside you, he pushes your thighs back toward your stomach, with your knees bent so your calves rest on your thighs or his hands.

That angle raises your butt for easier penetration and can make him feel especially deep. Spread your knees for more room (helpful for fuller midsections, and it opens up access to your clitoris) or bring them closer together for a different sensation.

Learn more about the Sandwich sex position.

26. Butterfly Sex Position

If lining up your anus with your partner's penis is proving tricky, Butterfly can help — provided his penis height roughly matches your mattress height. Rather than joining you on the bed, your partner stands beside it while you scoot to the edge. He grips your butt from below and enters as your ankles rest on his shoulders.

Butterfly lets him lift your butt for a better angle, and your clitoris stays easily accessible throughout!

Learn more about the Butterfly sex position.

27. Deep Impact

Deep Impact is a classic legs-on-shoulders position that leaves either of you free to rub your clit or bring in a sex toy during anal sex. Lie on your back with your legs raised, letting your man slide into place so your ankles rest on his shoulders or chest, depending on your heights. If he kneels and tucks his thighs beneath your butt, he ends up closer for penetration.

A related position is Legs on Shoulders, where both ankles rest to one side of his head instead.

Find out more about the Deep Impact sex position.

28. Right Angle

Most anal sex positions have your man leaning over or kneeling, but Right Angle flips the script. He sits with legs spread into a V in front of him, and you lie on your back between his legs, resting your legs on each of his shoulders.

Tuck a small pillow under your butt to lift it for anal, or wrap your legs around his waist as you would in the Drill sex position, whichever feels more natural.

Your arms are completely free here — rest them under or over his legs, play with your clit, or massage your breasts.

Learn more about the Right Angle sex position.

Getting Ready For Anal Sex

Before diving into any of these positions, a bit of prep goes a long way. That might mean warming up with anal fingering or using a butt plug. Anal training (read more about anal training) takes some time, but it helps you work up to comfortably accommodating a penis.

When A Position Just Doesn't Click

I've walked through more than two dozen anal sex positions here so Love Curi readers can try a handful and see what clicks.

You'll also find another 119 sex positions here.

Not every position on this list is going to be a hit for you. Some might feel lackluster, or you may struggle to get into or hold certain positions depending on your body type, height difference between partners, flexibility, injuries, or disabilities.

With that in mind, here are a few tips to help you make the most of whatever you try.

If you have a fuller booty, try positions that spread your legs and cheeks apart rather than squeezing them together. You can even use your hands (or have your partner use his) to spread yourself. That spreading also helps if your partner has a shorter penis, and the same logic applies to strap-on sex. Read more about strap-on sex.
For a fuller sensation, keep your butt and legs pressed together instead. Spooning is a great example of a position (anal or otherwise) that makes your guy feel bigger.
Slide pillows under your butt, hips, or stomach (or beneath your man if you're on top) to change the entry angle and make things easier for your partner. An ordinary pillow works fine, but a firmer memory foam one won't compress as much mid-session.
Aim for as much leverage as possible when you're on top — your feet or knees should have something solid to press against, whether the floor or nearby furniture. Grab the headboard, the back of the couch, or a chair arm to really get moving.
The sphincter resists penetration more than the vagina does, and some positions need more coaxing than others. Use your hands, or his, to guide his penis in.
Many anal positions go more smoothly when your man is fully erect — a partial erection often can't get past the sphincter.
If penetration is proving difficult, reach for lube. A rim job gets you a little wet (discover why rim jobs are awesome and get tips on performing them), but that alone won't be enough for sex!
If you've already explored anal masturbation (get tips for anal masturbation), a similar position for partnered anal sex might feel more familiar and comfortable right away.

If a position doesn't click on the first try, that doesn't mean it never will — you can absolutely work up to it and eventually reach an anal orgasm. Don't hesitate to experiment and speak up about what feels good or what needs adjusting!

Related: Anal Orgasms: How To Have Them

And if you're using any of these positions while giving a prostate massage (more here), it's on your man to speak up if something isn't working for him.