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Kama Sutra Positions for Couples

The Kama Sutra is an ancient book from India. It lists many different positions for couples to use during sex. We cover eight of them here. Each one has a description of how to get into it and what to do. You can use your regular bed for all of them. Talk to your partner before you begin. Tell them the steps and ask if they want to try. Adjust as you go if needed. These are meant to be fun to explore together.

1. Lotus Position ✨

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Action

Sit facing your partner. Cross your legs around each other. Put your arms around the other person. Rock your hips back and forth. You can kiss and look into each others eyes the whole time. It requires some leg flexibility so take it easy.

Pro-Tip

Choose a soft area like the bed or floor with blankets. If your legs get tired switch to a different position after a short time. Make sure both of you feel stable.

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Keep your eyes open and maintain eye contact during the rocking motion. Add soft touches on the back and neck with your hands.

2. Mare Position ✨

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Action

The man lies on his back on the bed. The woman climbs on top facing him and takes him inside. She can use her pelvic muscles to squeeze while she moves up and down. This gives the woman control over the speed and angle of movement.

Pro-Tip

The woman can practice the squeezing motion by herself first to get the hang of it. Use your hands to steady yourself on his chest or shoulders.

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The woman can change her leaning position to forward or backward to see what feels different for both partners.

3. Splitting Bamboo 🌶️

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Action

The woman lies on her back and lifts one leg straight up. The man holds that leg on his shoulder and positions himself between her legs. He can hold her other leg or hip while he moves. This position allows for deep penetration and easy access.

Pro-Tip

Place a pillow under the woman's hips to change the angle and make it more comfortable. Communicate if the leg gets tired and switch sides.

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The man can kiss the raised leg or foot during the movement if that appeals to both of you.

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4. Elephant Position ✨

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Action

The woman lies face down on the bed with her legs straight. The man lies on top of her from behind and enters her. Keep legs close together for a tighter fit. He can rest on his elbows to avoid putting too much weight on her.

Pro-Tip

This works best on a soft bed. The woman can slightly lift her hips if she wants to change the angle of entry.

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The woman can squeeze her legs together tighter at times to increase the sensation.

5. Cow Position 🌶️

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Action

The woman stands and bends over at the waist. She can rest her hands on the bed or a chair. The man stands behind her and holds her hips. He enters from the back. Adjust the bend in her knees to get the heights right.

Pro-Tip

Use the edge of the bed if standing is difficult. This position works well for quick sessions but make sure the surface is stable.

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The woman can move her hips in circles while the man stays still for a bit.

6. Spooning Position ✨

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Action

Both partners lie on their sides facing the same direction. The man is behind the woman. She lifts her top leg a little to allow entry. Stay pressed together tightly. This position needs very little energy and feels very close.

Pro-Tip

Wrap your top arm around your partner to hold them closer. You can stay in this position for a long time without getting tired.

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Use your free hand to touch different parts of your partners body while you move slowly.

7. Yawning Position ✨

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Action

The woman lies on her back with her legs open wide. She raises her legs up and rests them on the mans shoulders. He leans in from on top to enter her. Hold her legs in place with his hands. This one gives good depth.

Pro-Tip

Make sure the woman is flexible enough for this before you try it. Go slow and check in frequently with each other about how it feels.

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The man can hold her hands down gently if you both like that kind of thing.

8. Pressed Position ✨

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Action

The woman lies on her back with her legs together and straight out. The man gets on top with his legs outside of hers. This creates a tighter space. He moves with smaller strokes. You can add kissing on the face and neck easily.

Pro-Tip

The woman can squeeze her thighs together during the motion to make it feel more intense for the man.

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Try rolling slightly to the side from this position without separating your bodies.

Final Tip

You do not have to try all eight positions at once. Pick one or two that look interesting and give them a go. See what you both enjoy and remember to keep talking. Over time you will learn more about each other this way.

Common Questions

What exactly is the Kama Sutra?

The Kama Sutra is an old Indian text about love and sex. It has sections on relationships and many physical positions for couples to use.

Are Kama Sutra positions suitable for beginners?

Some of them are. Start with the spooning or seated ones if you are new. Always talk with your partner and move at a pace that is comfortable for both of you.