"The older I get, the more I find it harder to believe that I used to have sex in the backseat of a car. A bed just makes it easier to finesse yourself into all sorts of positions, and it’s usually roomier and more comfortable. But sex still happens outside the bedroom these days, too, and the last thing I want is to ruin the moment because I can’t make things work in a place like the living room, kitchen, or bathroom. This is where turning to some tried-and-true standing sex positions is key, and I set out to find the best ones that don’t compromise on pleasure.
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Allow me to introduce to you 14 standing sex positions to add to your repertoire. These moves work for two people and all genders, and when you are and aren’t pressed for time. While some are harder to achieve than others, there are options for everyone. Even better, I’ve ranked them from easiest to most advanced. Ahead, positions that will definitely make you sweat, inside and outside of the bedroom.
1. The Proposal
Getting down on one knee just got kinkier. Stand at the edge of a bed and lean your torso over it while your partner stands behind you. Once you’re in position, you can then place one knee onto the bed and keep the other firmly planted on the floor. Your partner will then grab onto your hips and enter from behind. Let yourselves play around with different angles and methods of penetration to stimulate the G-spot and A-spot; they can move up and in a circle and so forth instead of thrusting normally.
2. Restroom Attendant
Not only does this sex position offer unparalleled G-spot and A-spot stimulation, but it also lets you and your partner watch yourselves while you’re going at it, which is hot AF. Head to a bathroom counter and set up like you normally would for a rear-entry sex position, then have your partner hold onto your hips and place your hands on the counter, leaning forward ever-so-slightly. You can also try bending your knees if that’s more comfortable. This will create the ideal angle for both vaginal and anal penetration and give your partner unfettered access to your deepest, most intimate parts.
3. Drive-Thru Cunnilingus
There’s something so empowering about standing over your partner while they perform oral sex on you. Have your partner sit on the floor facing away from you and stay standing with your legs spread apart so you are hovering over their face. For extra support, try placing your palms flat against a wall. Likewise, your partner can hold onto the back of your thighs to stabilize both of you. And once you’re both comfortable, let your partner’s mouth and tongue experiment with fun, new methods of stimulation (think: sucking on or licking the clit while simultaneously fingering the vagina).
4. Iron Chef
Having sex on a kitchen counter might not sound like the most sanitary thing in the world, but don’t overthink it—you can always clean it afterward. This move is perfect for a satisfying quickie, and what’s hotter than rip-your-pants-off, can’t-get-enough-of-you sex? Hop onto the edge of a kitchen counter and have your partner stand facing you. Then, wrap your legs around the top of their butt and experience next-level intimacy and penetration.
5. Standing O
With this oral sex position, the receiver stands upright while the giver kneels and works their magic. The good news is that this works regardless of whether the receiver has a penis or vulva. With the latter, the vulva owner can simply wrap one leg around their partner’s head for better access. If you want to add a little bit of kink, a blindfold for the receiver can make this position extra spicy.
6. Ballet Dancer
This sex position gets its namesake from the fact that it mimics the placement of a ballet dancer’s knee when they perform a pirouette. To do this, stand face-to-face with your partner and wrap one leg around their lower back. From here, they can grab onto your leg and pull you in close. Try making out or kissing each other’s erogenous zones simultaneously to heighten arousal and intimacy and increase your chances of having an internal orgasm.
7. Sagittarius
If you’re in the mood for a sex position that combines intimacy with urgency, you’re in luck. Stand next to your partner on your tiptoes with your body angled sideways away from them and the arm closest to them wrapped around their neck. Your partner will then use one hand to lift up the leg that’s closest to them, keeping it bent at the knee while wrapping the other around your waist. The beauty of this move is that it leaves your erogenous zones open for dual stimulation while your partner penetrates you. Using an external vibrator on areas like your nipple or clitoris during intercourse will be a major game-changer—you’re practically guaranteed a happy ending.
8. Stand and Deliver
The beauty of this sex position is that it keeps things simple. All you have to do is bend over and hold onto your calves while your partner enters you from behind. Not only is this a tried-and-true way to experience deep penetration and G-spot stimulation, but you can also get creative. Try upping the ante by having your partner hold onto your hands or placing your hands on the floor for support. Likewise, you can also have your partner hold onto your breasts instead of your hips for simultaneous vaginal and nipple stimulation.
9. Wall Lean
Just because you’re standing doesn’t mean you can’t get rowdy. If you’re the receiver, your partner can press their back up against a wall, keeping their legs straight and tilting their hips up in the air. You’ll stand facing away from them, lean your torso forward slightly, and place your feet behind your partner’s with your hands on their thighs. From here, you can have them hold onto either side of you and control the penetration, or you can choose to ride them. Bouncing up and down in this position not only increases your chances of having an internal orgasm but also lets you control the speed, angle, and depth of penetration.
10. Ballerina
This is another rear-entry sex position that lets vulva owners experience deep penetration, G-spot and A-spot stimulation, and increases their chances of having a vaginal orgasm. Plus, it’s a great way to test your flexibility. Set up like you normally would for a rear-entry sex position and have the receiver bend their torso at a 90-degree angle with their palms on a wall or another sturdy structure for support. From here, the receiver lifts one leg straight up into the air, while their partner grabs onto it for support and goes in. Don’t stress about how high the leg is and instead focus on enjoying the experience above all else.
11. Yourself on a Shelf
If you’re in the mood for some ultra-deep penetration with a little intimacy sprinkled in, you’re in luck. With this sex position, the giving partner lifts the receiver up by placing their hands on the bottom of their butt. Meanwhile, the receiver can wrap their legs around their partner’s back and place their hands on either side of their neck (they’re essentially hugging them). This angle will let the penetrating partner get super deep while maintaining eye contact. Admittedly, this requires a lot of glute and quad strength from the penetrating partner, so if that’s an issue, they can place the receiver’s back against a wall for support.
12. Standing Wheelbarrow
Spoiler alert: This position is not for the faint of heart. It requires some upper-body strength from both partners, but the pain is so worth the reward. Similar to how you’d set up for a wheelbarrow push-up, lie down on your hands and knees with your partner standing behind you and have them grab onto either side of your hips and lift your butt into the air. You can then wrap your legs around their butt while holding yourself up by your arms as your partner enters you from behind. This angle of penetration will likely hit the front of your vaginal wall, and this will not only feel ahh-mazing but will also make it easier for you to have an internal orgasm.
13. St. Valentine’s Day
St. Valentine’s Day is the perfect sex position for anyone with experience in the worlds of dance, gymnastics, or cheerleading. Essentially, it’s a missionary-style sex position with an acrobatic twist; you’ll look like you’re doing a modified backbend if you land correctly. Your partner stands facing you with their feet shoulder-width apart while you do a handstand, then bend your knees so your calves are bent across your partner’s forearms. If you need help getting into position, have your partner grab onto your thighs the second you do the handstand; this will stabilize you and make it easier for you to both get into position. Once you’re there, your partner can grab onto either side of your hips and pull themselves in deep.
14. Upside-Down 69
Is there anything hotter than pleasuring your partner while they pleasure you? The easiest way to get into the upside-down 69 oral sex position is to have the stronger partner sit down on a chair first and foremost while the other stands behind them on a chair or stool so they’re taller. Then, the standing partner can lean over and place their head in their partner’s lap; this will take some finessing, so be patient. Eventually, you both should be in a position where you can give each other oral, and once you’re there, the sitting partner will hold onto their partner tight and stand up so the real fun can begin. Is this the easiest sex position to pull off? No, it’s admittedly harder than the classic. But if you can make it work, even for a minute, the payoff is so worth it.
Arianna Reardon, Contributing Writer
Arianna is a Rhode Island native, professional blogger, and freelance writer. She’s passionate about helping women develop healthy relationships with money, become financially independent, and invest in themselves for the future. Arianna is a firm believer in going after what you want, taking time to stop and smell the roses, and the importance of a good cocktail.