12 Expert-Approved Anal Sex Positions That’ll Make You Both Explode with Pleasure

Why These Positions Will Transform Your Sex Life Forever

Think all anal positions are created equal? You’re missing out on techniques that separate mind-blowing experiences from mediocre attempts. These expert-approved anal sex positions aren’t gentle suggestions—they’re your roadmap to the kind of backdoor pleasure that leaves you both breathless and craving more.

At Best Sexy Positions, we don’t just theorize about what might work. We’ve researched, tested, and perfected these comfortable anal positions through real experiences with real bodies having real orgasms. These expert-approved techniques are part of our comprehensive position collections that transforms curious experimentation into confident exploration.

Whether you’re taking your first delicious steps into anal territory or ready to master techniques that’ll make your toes curl, these positions deliver intensity that’s impossible to fake. This expert collection is part of our anal sex positions category featuring detailed instructions for every technique that works. Each one earned its spot by consistently creating those deep, full-body sensations that make you forget your own name.

The Delicious Science Behind Anal Pleasure

Here’s what nobody tells you: your ass is basically a pleasure goldmine waiting to be discovered. Thousands of nerve endings are packed into that tight space, creating sensitivity that can trigger earth-shattering orgasms when stimulated with the right touch.

For those with prostates, anal play unlocks that legendary P-spot—imagine having a pleasure button that creates orgasms so intense they ripple through your entire body. And if you have a vulva, the shared nerve pathways between your vagina and rectum can create blended sensations that feel like being pleasured from the inside out. According to health experts at Health.com, the pudendal nerve carries sensation to your genitals and “stimulating this nerve during anal sex can help stimulate nearby erogenous zones to help you reach the Big O.”

These safe anal sex positions aren’t just about getting something inside you—they’re engineered to hit those sweet spots while keeping you comfortable enough to completely surrender to the sensation.

12 Positions That’ll Make You Both Addicted to Anal

1. Anal Doggy Style Position

Difficulty: Perfect for newbies | Pleasure Level: Consistently incredible

Get ready for the position that turns anal skeptics into anal enthusiasts. You’re on your hands and knees while your partner kneels behind you, giving you complete control over how deep and how fast things get intense.

Why it drives you wild: You control every sensation while your partner gets a stunning view of your gorgeous curves. The angle naturally guides them exactly where you need them while you decide if you want slow, teasing strokes or deep, filling thrusts that make you gasp.

Your secret weapon: Slide a pillow under your hips and watch how that simple change transforms good into “don’t you dare stop.” The elevation creates the perfect angle for your partner to hit spots that’ll have you gripping the sheets.

Perfect for: First-timers who want control, couples where size matters, and anyone ready to discover why doggy style anal becomes absolutely addictive. For complete step-by-step instructions, see our detailed anal doggy style position guide.

2. Anal Missionary Position

Difficulty: Beginner bliss | Pleasure Level: Intimately intense

Don’t let anyone tell you missionary is boring—especially when it comes to anal. You’re on your back, knees slightly bent, while your partner settles between your legs for the most intimate anal experience possible.

Why it melts your brain: Eye contact while being filled from a completely new angle creates psychological intensity that amplifies every physical sensation. You can watch your partner’s face as they discover how incredible you feel, while they watch yours as pleasure builds.

Your secret weapon: That pillow under your hips isn’t just comfort—it’s your gateway to G-spot or P-spot stimulation that’ll make your back arch involuntarily.

Perfect for: Couples who crave connection, anyone exploring anal for the first time, and those who get off on watching their partner’s every reaction. Master this intimate technique with our comprehensive anal missionary position tutorial.

3. Prone Bone Anal Position

Difficulty: Intermediate intensity | Pleasure Level: Full-body euphoria

Lie flat on your stomach while your partner covers you completely, entering from behind. This isn’t just penetration—it’s being consumed by your partner’s desire while every thrust sends pleasure radiating through your entire body.

Why it’s absolutely intoxicating: The full-body contact creates intimacy that borders on overwhelming while the tight positioning makes every movement feel amplified. You’re pinned beneath your partner’s weight, surrendering completely to sensations that build and build.

Your secret weapon: Use that hip pillow to create the perfect angle for deep, satisfying strokes that hit exactly where you crave them most.

Perfect for: Those who love feeling completely possessed, couples seeking sustained pleasure sessions, and anyone who gets aroused by power dynamics. For detailed instructions on mastering this position, see our complete prone bone anal position guide.

4. Anal Spooning Position

Difficulty: Effortlessly erotic | Pleasure Level: Sustained ecstasy

Both of you on your sides, bodies curved together like you were made to fit. Your partner slides into you from behind while you’re wrapped in their arms—intimate, comfortable, and surprisingly intense.

Why it creates addiction: Zero effort required means you can focus entirely on how incredible it feels to be slowly, thoroughly filled. The gentle angle combined with full-body contact creates waves of pleasure that build gradually to explosive release.

Your secret weapon: Lift your top leg slightly or drape it over your partner’s hip to open yourself up for deeper strokes that’ll make you melt into them completely.

Perfect for: Lazy morning sessions, marathon pleasure sessions, and anyone who wants mind-blowing anal without breaking a sweat. Learn advanced techniques in our comprehensive anal spooning position tutorial.

5. Standing Anal Position

Difficulty: Adventurously hot | Pleasure Level: Spontaneously explosive

Brace yourself against a wall while your partner takes you from behind in this primal, spontaneous position that turns any surface into your personal playground.

Why it drives you both wild: The spontaneity factor alone gets your blood pumping, but add the unique angle and the raw intensity of being taken against a wall? You’ll discover muscles you forgot you had while experiencing pleasure from completely new angles.

Your secret weapon: Use that wall for leverage—push back against your partner’s thrusts to control exactly how deep and hard you want it.

Perfect for: Adventurous couples, shower encounters, and anyone who gets turned on by spontaneous passion. If you love rear-entry positions, explore our 20 Best Sex Positions From Behind to Spice Up Your Sex Life for even more ways to drive each other wild.

6. Reverse Cowgirl Anal Position

Difficulty: Take-charge territory | Pleasure Level: You’re in complete control

Straddle your partner facing away and take exactly what you need. You control every sensation while giving your partner a view that’ll fuel their fantasies for weeks.

Why it’s empowering as hell: You dictate the pace, depth, and angle while your partner lies back and enjoys watching you take your pleasure. There’s something incredibly arousing about being in complete control of your own intense sensations.

Your secret weapon: Start slow and focus on finding that perfect angle before building to the rhythm that makes your entire body tingle with anticipation.

Perfect for: Confident lovers, visual partners who love the show, and anyone ready to claim their pleasure unapologetically. Ready to master more control positions? Check out our guide to Reverse Cowgirl anal position that’ll have you riding your way to incredible orgasms.

7. Anal Cowgirl Position

Difficulty: Intimately intense | Pleasure Level: Eye-contact euphoria

Face your partner and straddle them for anal that combines the control of cowgirl with the soul-melting intimacy of watching each other’s pleasure build.

Why it creates connection: You maintain complete control while sharing every gasp, every flush of pleasure, every moment of building intensity. It’s like having a private conversation conducted entirely through sensation.

Your secret weapon: Lean forward to change the angle and create entirely different sensations while using your partner’s chest for support and leverage.

Perfect for: Couples who love eye contact, confident riders who want intimacy with control, and anyone turned on by emotional intensity. Master every technique in our detailed anal cowgirl position guide.

8. Anal Side Entry Position

Difficulty: Comfortably creative | Pleasure Level: Surprisingly intense

Lie on your side with your top leg lifted while your partner kneels beside you for entry. This position offers incredible access while keeping you completely relaxed and comfortable.

Why it surprises everyone: The side angle hits spots you didn’t know existed while the relaxed positioning lets you focus entirely on how those new sensations build into something wild.

Your secret weapon: Use pillows generously to support your lifted leg—comfort equals better orgasms, and better orgasms equal addiction to this position.

Perfect for: Couples seeking variety, anyone with endurance concerns, and those who want engaging pleasure without exhaustion. Explore all the variations in our complete anal side entry position guide.

9. Anal Turtle Position

Difficulty: Advanced territory | Pleasure Level: Intensely overwhelming

Curl up with your knees near your chest while your partner straddles your legs for incredibly tight, intense penetration that borders on overwhelming in the most delicious way.

Why it’s intensely satisfying: The compressed positioning creates sensations so concentrated they feel like being touched from the inside out. Every movement becomes amplified, every stroke more intense than the last.

Your secret weapon: Communication becomes foreplay here—tell your partner exactly how each movement feels and watch their arousal spike as they realize the power they have over your pleasure.

Perfect for: Experienced couples craving intensity, those who love tight sensations, and partners comfortable with advanced pleasure techniques. Get expert tips in our comprehensive anal turtle position guide.

10. Anvil Anal Position

Difficulty: Advanced intensity | Pleasure Level: Deep, intense satisfaction

Your legs rest on your partner’s shoulders while they kneel for incredibly deep penetration that reaches places other positions simply can’t touch.

Why it’s mind-blowing: The direct angle combined with deep access creates precision targeting of your most sensitive spots. Add face-to-face intimacy and you get physical intensity with emotional connection.

Your secret weapon: A wedge pillow under your hips transforms this from great to “I can’t believe my body can feel this good.” The elevation creates perfect angles for sustained pleasure.

Perfect for: Flexible couples seeking intensity, experienced partners ready for deep sensations, and those who want precision pleasure targeting. Perfect your technique with our detailed anvil anal position article.

11. Speed Bump Anal Position

Difficulty: Brilliantly simple | Pleasure Level: Surprisingly transformative

It’s doggy style with one genius modification: a pillow under your hips that changes everything. Sometimes the simplest adjustments create the most incredible results.

Why it’s perfect: Proof that you don’t need complicated positions for toe-curling pleasure. That single pillow creates the ideal angle for comfortable entry and sustained pleasure that builds to explosive climax.

Your secret weapon: Experiment with pillow firmness and height—small adjustments can mean the difference between good and “I never want this to end.”

Perfect for: Doggy style enthusiasts, beginners wanting comfort upgrades, and anyone who appreciates simple brilliance. 

12. Anal Table Top Position

Difficulty: Furniture-friendly fun | Pleasure Level: Perfect height advantage

Lie face-down on the edge of your bed, table, or any sturdy surface while your partner stands behind you. The elevated positioning creates leverage that transforms ordinary thrusts into precision pleasure delivery.

Why it works so well: Perfect height matching eliminates awkward positioning while the elevation creates angles that hit exactly where you crave stimulation. Your partner gets incredible leverage while you get supported comfort.

Your secret weapon: Find furniture that matches your partner’s natural height—when everything aligns perfectly, ordinary becomes extraordinary.

Perfect for: Couples with height differences, furniture adventurers, and anyone seeking new angles that deliver familiar pleasure in completely fresh ways.

Your Guide to Incredible Anal Experiences

Setting the Stage for Success

Transform preparation from chore into foreplay with the right approach. Quality lube isn’t optional—it’s your ticket to pleasure instead of discomfort. Invest in premium silicone-based lubricant that stays slick throughout your entire session. Sexual health experts at the American Sexual Health Association emphasize that proper lubrication is essential for comfortable anal play, as the anus doesn’t produce natural lubrication like the vagina.

Communication becomes part of the seduction when you frame it right. Instead of clinical discussions, try “I want to feel you everywhere” or “Show me how you want to touch me.” Clear signals for more, slower, or different create safety that lets you both surrender completely.

During Your Exploration

Start with anticipation-building touches that make your body crave more. Fingers, tongues, and small toys prepare your body while building arousal that makes everything feel more intense.

I’ve discovered that the most incredible anal experiences happen when you stop focusing on the destination and start enjoying the journey. Those slow, teasing moments of building pressure? They’re not just preparation—they’re pleasure in themselves.

The Afterglow Experience

The best anal experiences don’t end when the physical sensations stop. Take time to appreciate what you’ve shared, discuss what drove you wild, and plan your next adventure. That emotional connection amplifies the physical pleasure and creates anticipation for next time.

When Things Need Adjustment

“It’s not feeling as good as I hoped”: Slow down, add more lube, and remember that incredible anal pleasure is about patience and the right angle. Small position adjustments often solve everything.

“I can’t relax enough”: Try solo exploration first to understand your body’s responses. Once you know what feels good alone, you can guide your partner to those same sensations.

“We’re not finding the right fit”: Height, body shapes, and preferences all affect which positions work best. Experiment with different angles and don’t be afraid to modify positions to suit your unique bodies.

The BSP Truth About Anal Pleasure

These expert-approved anal sex positions aren’t just techniques—they’re your gateway to discovering pleasure you didn’t know your body could create. When done with patience, quality preparation, and the right positions, anal becomes addictive because it unlocks sensations impossible to replicate any other way.

At Best Sexy Positions, we’ve learned that the best anal experiences combine physical technique with emotional connection. These comfortable anal positions deliver both: incredible sensations that make your body respond in ways that surprise you, plus the intimacy that comes from sharing something intensely personal.

The couples who master these positions don’t just have great anal sex—they discover a whole new dimension of pleasure that enhances everything else they do together. Want to expand beyond anal? Our Complete Guide to Oral Pleasure shows you how to create explosive experiences with every type of intimate contact. Once you experience anal done right, you’ll understand why it becomes a regular craving rather than an occasional experiment.

BSP Certified: Every position has been pleasure-tested to ensure you get techniques that deliver explosive results safely and comfortably. Try these expert-approved positions and discover why great anal sex becomes totally addictive.

Your Most Asked Questions—Answered Honestly

Which anal position should I try first if I’m completely new to backdoor play? Start with Anal Missionary or Anal Spooning—both give you maximum control and comfort while your body learns to crave these new sensations. You’ll build confidence quickly with positions that feel amazing from the start instead of overwhelming you.

How do I know if we’re doing anal right, or just going through the motions? If it feels incredible instead of uncomfortable, you’re on the right track. Good anal should make you want more, not make you want to stop. Your body will tell you—trust those responses and adjust accordingly. When it’s right, you’ll be begging for more instead of watching the clock.

What makes anal feel mind-blowing instead of just okay or painful? The right angle, adequate preparation, and a partner who pays attention to your responses. These positions are designed to hit your sweet spots while keeping you comfortable enough to focus on pure pleasure. Plus, the right lube and toys can transform everything.

How do I convince my partner to try these advanced anal positions? Focus on the pleasure benefits rather than trying to convince them. Share what excites you about the experience and let your enthusiasm be contagious. Confidence is incredibly sexy—when you’re excited about something, that energy spreads.

What’s the biggest mistake couples make with anal that ruins the whole experience? Rushing. The most incredible anal experiences build slowly, with lots of anticipation and gradual intensity increases. Patience transforms good into absolutely mind-blowing every single time. Also, skimping on lube—never do that.