Best positions for having sex in small spaces

Ding dong, your libido has turned up unannounced! Raring to go, it’s determined to kick things up a gear! But that’s not so easy in a lift that would make our claustrophobic friends dizzy. Let’s just say it’s not a Four Seasons penthouse terrace, so your options might seem limited. Before your brain overheats trying to run a feasibility study… Don’t worry: you don’t have to give up on a steamy moment! I have a few tips and positions up my sleeve to help you have sex even in the tiniest spaces!

I’ll apologise in advance: the images in this article are heteronormative. They’re simply there to help you picture positions you can try in small spaces. There’s nothing stopping you adapting them to your own dynamic, and believe me… They’re better than any dodgy illustrations I might draw myself! I doubt my stick figures would inspire you or help you work out where to put yourselves… 🤣

Having fun in the car 

In a car, it’s hard to work out how to have fun without your head twisted and squashed against the window, or your bum discreetly setting off the horn… And I’m not just talking about Smart car owners 😅

Then there’s the thought that “with so little room, we can’t really do what we want or switch positions”. But that’s where you’re wrong! The traditional face-to-face straddle isn’t your only route to seventh heaven in your car.

If you’re making use of the back seat, try the squatting Courtesan position. With your feet flat on the seat, turn your back to your partner and let them enjoy your best hip movements!

If the seats are a bit too narrow, your partner can put one leg down on the floor instead of bracing their foot against the seat.

A lovely position with three big advantages:

• Your partner gets a great view of your irresistible bum
• You set the pace and enjoy yourself while working your glutes
• This position allows for deep penetration… Go for it if that’s your thing! 

Having fun in that famously tiny lift or in the shower

“Maximum 4 people – Maximum load 500 kg”… Seriously, who writes these safety notices?! You can barely stretch out an arm, it’s so cramped, yet apparently four people can squeeze in. Rather ironic, but you get the idea: it’s tiny, so you’ll need to keep things simple!

So let’s stay standing and try the Number 7 position. A classic, but no less effective for it… And as a bonus, there’s the thrill of being pressed against the wall!

Turn your back to your partner as they penetrate you, leaving their hands free to explore your body! If the difference in your heights makes that too tricky, you can face each other instead. The person being penetrated wraps their legs around their partner’s waist while their partner supports them! 

Getting your kicks on a mezzanine 

Not much headroom, and missionary or spooning is nice but gets a bit repetitive? There are plenty of other options to explore.

Have you tried the Enchanted Beaver yet? I promise I haven’t mixed up my article notes with the kids’ Christmas wish lists. No cuddly toys here — we’re talking about a sex position!

The person being penetrated lies on their stomach, legs apart and bent back towards their bum. Their partner just climbs on top, and off you go! Another handy tip: if the person underneath arches their lower back to lift their bum slightly, the angle of penetration feels absolutely divine! You can also move your hips gently back and forth to control the pace.

This isn’t an exhaustive list, but it’s a good starting point for turning up the heat in spaces that aren’t exactly ideal for sex. There’s so much fun to be had with different positions! Keep experimenting… At best, you’ll discover your new go-to moves for next-level orgasms; at worst, you’ll have a good laugh together!

What positions do you love when space is tight?