In penetrative sex positions, one partner uses their penis or a [strap-on dildo](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/strap-on-dildos-explained) to penetrate their partner's vagina or anus. In classic penetrative sex positions like missionary position and [doggy style](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/doggy-style-sex-position-guide), the penetrating partner controls the speed and rhythm of sex. In receiver-on-top positions, the receiver is in control.
These tips will add comfort and ease to receiver-on-top positions:

1. __Add props__. Use a sex cushion to find the right angle for penetration. For seated and standing positions, yoga blocks, books, or other sturdy props can be useful for additional support. Taking the time to set up for positions can increase pleasure and help you stay in a position longer. 
2. __Use lube__. Lubricant reduces friction and increases pleasure, and if you're engaging in anal play, [lube](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-use-lube) is an absolute must for safety.
3. __Add sex toys__. There is a wide range of [sex toys](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/anal-sex-toys-guide) that can enhance receiver-on-top penetrative sex with extra stimulation. A finger vibrator is a small vibrator that can strap onto a finger, making it easy to access erogenous zones like the clitoris and perineum. Vulva owners might enjoy wearable [vibrators](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-use-a-vibrator) that provide clitoral stimulation, and penis owners may want to wear a cock ring or a [butt plug](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/butt-plugs-guide).
These sexual positions put the receiving partner in control.

1. __Cowgirl position__: This classic position lets the penetrating partner lie down while the receiving partner straddles them. [Reverse cowgirl](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/reverse-cowgirl-sex-position) position is the same as cowgirl position—but with the partner on top facing their partner's feet rather than their face. In reverse cowgirl, the receiver may be able to lean all the way back to rest on their partner.
2. __Seated cowgirl__: This face-to-face position is great for making eye contact and/or stimulating each other's nipples and breasts. The penetrating partner sits up against a wall or headboard with their legs outstretched, and the receiving partner straddles them. You can also do this position in reverse.
3. __Chair sex__: The penetrating partner sits on an armless chair with their feet on the ground, and the receiving partner sits on their lap facing their partner. Both partners' feet should touch the ground or a prop, such as a yoga block, for stability and control.
4. __Froggy style__: In this position, the penetrating partner lies down and the receiving partner squats over their partner's penis or strap-on dildo. This position gives the partner on top control of the depth of penetration and allows space for external stimulation. An assist from a pillow or wedge can be especially helpful in this position.
5. __Oral sex__: Receiver-on-top oral sex can be great [foreplay](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/foreplay-guide) before penetrative sex. For vulva owners, straddle your partner's face, hovering just above their mouth. For penis owners, kneel over your partner. For this type of sex, it's especially important to have nonverbal "stop" and "slow down" cues.
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Giving the receiving partner more physical control in the bedroom can add new sensations to penetrative sex. Learn about the best positions for receiver-on-top sex.

Giving the receiving partner more physical control in the bedroom can add new sensations to penetrative sex. Learn about the best positions for receiver-on-top sex.

Receiver-on-Top Sex Guide: 5 Receiver-on-Top Sex Positions

In penetrative sex positions, one partner uses their penis or a <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/strap-on-dildos-explained' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/strap-on-dildos-explained","linkCopy":"strap-on dildo","category":null}'>strap-on dildo</a> to penetrate their partner&#39;s vagina or anus. In classic penetrative sex positions like missionary position and <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/doggy-style-sex-position-guide' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/doggy-style-sex-position-guide","linkCopy":"doggy style","category":null}'>doggy style</a>, the penetrating partner controls the speed and rhythm of sex. In receiver-on-top positions, the receiver is in control.

What Is Receiver-on-Top Sex?

These tips will add comfort and ease to receiver-on-top positions:<ol class="mc-m-4"><li class="mc-my-4"> 1. Add props. Use a sex cushion to find the right angle for penetration. For seated and standing positions, yoga blocks, books, or other sturdy props can be useful for additional support. Taking the time to set up for positions can increase pleasure and help you stay in a position longer. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 2. Use lube. Lubricant reduces friction and increases pleasure, and if you&#39;re engaging in anal play, <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-use-lube' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-use-lube","linkCopy":"lube","category":null}'>lube</a> is an absolute must for safety. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 3. Add sex toys. There is a wide range of <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/anal-sex-toys-guide' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/anal-sex-toys-guide","linkCopy":"sex toys","category":null}'>sex toys</a> that can enhance receiver-on-top penetrative sex with extra stimulation. A finger vibrator is a small vibrator that can strap onto a finger, making it easy to access erogenous zones like the clitoris and perineum. Vulva owners might enjoy wearable <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-use-a-vibrator' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-use-a-vibrator","linkCopy":"vibrators","category":null}'>vibrators</a> that provide clitoral stimulation, and penis owners may want to wear a cock ring or a <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/butt-plugs-guide' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/butt-plugs-guide","linkCopy":"butt plug","category":null}'>butt plug</a>. </li></ol>

3 Tips for Receiver-on-Top Sex

These sexual positions put the receiving partner in control.<ol class="mc-m-4"><li class="mc-my-4"> 1. Cowgirl position: This classic position lets the penetrating partner lie down while the receiving partner straddles them. <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/reverse-cowgirl-sex-position' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/reverse-cowgirl-sex-position","linkCopy":"Reverse cowgirl","category":null}'>Reverse cowgirl</a> position is the same as cowgirl position—but with the partner on top facing their partner&#39;s feet rather than their face. In reverse cowgirl, the receiver may be able to lean all the way back to rest on their partner. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 2. Seated cowgirl: This face-to-face position is great for making eye contact and/or stimulating each other&#39;s nipples and breasts. The penetrating partner sits up against a wall or headboard with their legs outstretched, and the receiving partner straddles them. You can also do this position in reverse. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 3. Chair sex: The penetrating partner sits on an armless chair with their feet on the ground, and the receiving partner sits on their lap facing their partner. Both partners&#39; feet should touch the ground or a prop, such as a yoga block, for stability and control. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 4. Froggy style: In this position, the penetrating partner lies down and the receiving partner squats over their partner&#39;s penis or strap-on dildo. This position gives the partner on top control of the depth of penetration and allows space for external stimulation. An assist from a pillow or wedge can be especially helpful in this position. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 5. Oral sex: Receiver-on-top oral sex can be great <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/foreplay-guide' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/foreplay-guide","linkCopy":"foreplay","category":null}'>foreplay</a> before penetrative sex. For vulva owners, straddle your partner&#39;s face, hovering just above their mouth. For penis owners, kneel over your partner. For this type of sex, it&#39;s especially important to have nonverbal &quot;stop&quot; and &quot;slow down&quot; cues. </li></ol>

5 Receiver-on-Top Sex Positions

Craving a little more intimacy? Grab a <a href='https://www.masterclass.com' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com","linkCopy":"MasterClass Annual Membership","category":null}'>MasterClass Annual Membership</a> and learn more about open <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/robin-robertss-tips-for-effective-communication' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/robin-robertss-tips-for-effective-communication","linkCopy":"communication","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>communication</a> with your partners, experimenting in the bedroom, and being your own best sexual advocate with a little help from Emily Morse (host of the wildly popular podcast Sex With Emily).

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Giving the receiving partner more physical control in the bedroom can add new sensations to penetrative sex. Learn about the best positions for receiver-on-top sex.

Giving the receiving partner more physical control in the bedroom can add new sensations to penetrative sex. Learn about the best positions for receiver-on-top sex.
