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Physical effort: Medium Posterior

The Cave: seated rear-entry position on the floor

The Cave is a seated rear-entry position on the floor. The penetrating partner sits on the floor and leans back on both hands. The receiving partner kneels astride his lap facing away from him, with the hips against his pelvis, and folds her torso forward until her forearms and head rest on a pillow on the floor. Penetration is vaginal and of medium depth, and both partners can set the rhythm together. It is a fairly calm position, though it loads his wrists and her knees.

Also known as: Cave · Sitting doggy

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Illustration of The Cave: She kneels astride his lap facing away, chest folded down and head on a pillow on the floor, while he sits on the floor leaning back on his hands.
Anatomy and biomechanics

The penetrating partner sits on the floor with the legs bent in front of him, torso leaning back at about 45 degrees and supported on both straight arms, palms on the floor behind him; he does not sit on his heels. The receiving partner kneels astride his lap facing away, one knee on each side of him, with her buttocks resting against his pelvis. She folds her torso forward so the chest is low, and rests her forearms and head on a pillow on the floor in front. The pelvises are at the same height. He can rock his hips from below while she moves back and forth from the knees, so the rhythm is shared. Penetration is vaginal and of medium depth. His wrists and her knees carry most of the load.

Why this position works

Some couples like that both of them can move: she rocks back from her knees while he lifts his hips slightly from below. Resting the head on the pillow lets the receiving partner relax her upper body, and the rear-entry angle can feel different from the classic doggy style. There is no eye contact or kissing, so it feels more about sensation than closeness. Sensations vary from person to person.

Sensory Exploration Medium Penis-Vagina Configuration

Variations of this position

Variation 1: penetrating partner leaning back on the elbows

The penetrating partner lowers himself from his hands onto his elbows, with a cushion behind his back if needed.

His wrists are no longer loaded and his torso is lower, so his pelvis tilts slightly and the angle of entry changes a little. He moves less, so she takes on more of the rhythm.

  1. Start in the Cave, with him leaning back on his hands.
  2. He bends his arms and lowers himself onto his elbows.
  3. If he wants, he places a firm cushion behind his upper back.
  4. She adjusts her knees and continues rocking from them.

Variation 2: receiving partner's chest on a pile of cushions

Instead of resting only the head and forearms on one pillow, the receiving partner lays her chest on a pile of firm cushions.

Her torso is less folded, so the neck and knees carry less weight and breathing is easier. The pelvis tilts slightly less, which can make penetration feel gentler.

  1. Stack two or three firm cushions in front of the penetrating partner's lap.
  2. She kneels astride his lap facing away, as in the Cave.
  3. She lowers her chest onto the cushions and rests her head on her arms.
  4. Start slowly and adjust the height of the pile if needed.

Variation 3: the receiving partner sets the whole rhythm

The penetrating partner stays still, leaning back, and the receiving partner sets the rhythm and depth by rocking from her knees.

The position is the same, but only she moves: she slides her hips back towards his pelvis and forwards again. It lets her control depth and speed completely and spares his wrists any extra effort.

  1. Get into the Cave and agree that he will stay still.
  2. She pushes lightly with her forearms on the pillow.
  3. She rocks her hips back and forth from her knees, at her own pace.
  4. She can stop or reduce depth at any moment.

✓ Tips

  • Put a soft mat or blanket under her knees and a firm pillow for her forearms and head.
  • If his wrists get tired, he can lean back onto his elbows or put a cushion behind his back (Variation 1).
  • Let her set the depth at first by moving from her knees, and move slowly until you find a comfortable angle.
  • Avoid letting her drop her full weight suddenly onto his lap: an abrupt movement can bend the penis.
  • Use lubricant if needed and stop if there is pain in the knees, wrists or during penetration.

Key facts

Interaction type
Rear-entry vaginal penetration on the floor, with the receiving partner kneeling astride the penetra
Active anatomy
Penis
Receptive anatomy
Vagina
Main stimulation
Rear-entry vaginal penetration of medium depth, with a shared rhythm
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes, with some care: it needs little balance, but the receiving partner should go slowly at first and the penetrating partner should not lean on his wrists for too long.

Who moves in this position?

Both of you. She rocks back and forth from her knees and he can lift his hips slightly; agree on who leads so you do not collide.

How do we reduce the strain on the knees and wrists?

Use a soft surface under her knees and change his support to the elbows or a cushion behind his back. Take breaks when needed.

Safety and evidence 1 topic · 2 clinical and academic references

Scientific context for common terms used on this page. Keeping these terms makes the content easier to understand; the sources clarify what is established and what remains uncertain.

G-spot: what the evidence says

“G-spot” is a widely used term for a sensitive area of the anterior vaginal wall. Scientific literature has not established a discrete anatomical structure with an agreed location, size and nature; sensitivity and response can vary between individuals.

Sources
O'Connell HE, Sanjeevan KV, Hutson JM. Anatomy of the clitoris. The Journal of Urology. 2005. PubMed ↗
Vieira-Baptista P, et al. G-spot: Fact or Fiction? A Systematic Review. Sexual Medicine. 2021. PubMed ↗

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