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The Dance of the Sun and the Moon: oral sex from behind on an exercise ball

The Dance of the Sun and the Moon is an oral sex position from behind on an exercise ball. The receiving partner drapes the torso face down over the ball, with the hands on the floor in front and the toes on the floor behind, legs stretched and slightly apart. The giving partner kneels behind and uses the mouth on the vulva (cunnilingus) or the anus (anilingus). There is no penetration, and the ball adds a gentle rocking movement.

Also known as: Cunnilingus from behind · Rimming on an exercise ball

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Illustration of The Dance of the Sun and the Moon: The receiving partner lies face down over an exercise ball, hands and toes on the floor; the giving partner kneels behind and uses the mouth on the vulva or anu
Anatomy and biomechanics

The receiving partner lies face down over a large exercise ball, with the chest and belly resting on it, the hands flat on the floor in front and the tips of the toes on the floor behind; the legs are stretched back and a little apart, which raises and opens the buttocks. The giving partner kneels on the floor behind, leans the torso forward until the face is at the height of the buttocks, and holds the receiver’s thighs with both hands. The giving partner sets the rhythm with the mouth and tongue; the receiver can roll the ball slightly forward and back to change pressure. The receiver’s wrists carry part of the weight, and the giver’s knees rest on the floor.

Why this position works

Some people enjoy oral sex from behind because it gives the giver easy access to the vulva and the anus and lets the receiver relax onto the ball and simply feel. The ball’s slight give adds a rocking motion that some find pleasant. There is no eye contact, and the experience is very focused on touch. How it feels varies from person to person.

Sensory Exploration Maximized Clitoral Stimulation Medium Non-Penetrative Interaction

Variations of this position

Variation 1: receiver’s knees on the floor

The receiving partner kneels on the floor and rests only the chest on the ball, instead of stretching the legs back.

With the knees on the floor, the receiver has a wide, stable base and the wrists carry much less weight. The buttocks sit lower and the thighs are closer together, so the giving partner sits back on the heels to reach. It is the easiest way to start.

  1. Place the ball on a mat and kneel in front of it, knees slightly apart.
  2. Lean forward and rest the chest and belly on the ball, hands on the floor or around the ball.
  3. The giving partner kneels behind and sits back on the heels to bring the face level with the buttocks.
  4. Use the mouth gently at first and adjust the pressure to what the receiver asks for.

Variation 2: adding a hand to the oral sex

While using the mouth, the giving partner slides one hand between the receiver’s thighs to caress the clitoris or genitals.

The position stays the same, but the giver frees one hand from the thighs and reaches forward between the legs. From behind, the mouth easily reaches the vulva or anus, while the hand covers the clitoris or the rest of the genitals. The receiver must hold the ball steadier, since only one hand is now holding the thighs.

  1. Start in the basic position, with the receiver over the ball and the giver kneeling behind.
  2. The giver keeps one hand on the receiver’s thigh for stability.
  3. Slide the other hand forward between the thighs to caress the clitoris or genitals.
  4. Coordinate mouth and hand, and let the receiver guide the rhythm with words or movement.

Variation 3: bed edge instead of the ball

The receiving partner lies face down over the edge of the bed, feet on the floor, instead of over the ball.

The bed does not roll, so the position is much more stable and the receiver can rest the arms and head on the mattress instead of holding up the weight with the wrists. You lose the rocking movement of the ball. The giver kneels on the floor exactly as in the basic position.

  1. The receiver stands at the foot of the bed and leans the torso face down onto the mattress.
  2. Feet stay on the floor, legs stretched and a little apart.
  3. The giver kneels on a cushion behind and holds the receiver’s thighs.
  4. Begin gently and adjust according to the receiver’s reactions.

✓ Tips
  • Use a large, well-inflated exercise ball on a non-slip mat, and keep it against a wall or a sofa so it cannot roll away.
  • The receiving partner keeps the hands firmly on the floor; if the wrists tire, rest on the forearms or lower the knees to the floor.
  • Put a cushion under the giving partner’s knees.
  • For anilingus, a dental dam reduces the risk of infections; shower beforehand, and never go from the anus to the vulva without washing or changing the barrier.
  • Oral sex can transmit infections: use a barrier if you are not sure of each other’s status.
  • Stop if the receiving partner feels dizzy or the ball becomes unstable.
Interaction type
Oral sex from behind (cunnilingus or anilingus) over an exercise ball
Active anatomy
Mouth and tongue
Receptive anatomy
Vulva or anus
Main stimulation
Oral stimulation from behind: cunnilingus or anilingus
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

Do you need an exercise ball?

It is what defines this position, but the edge of the bed or a padded pouffe works similarly and is more stable.

Is there any penetration?

No. It is oral sex from behind: cunnilingus, anilingus or both. Fingers or a toy can be added if both partners want.

Which couples can do it?

Any couple. If the receiving partner has a vulva, it allows cunnilingus; anilingus is possible for anyone.

How do you practise anilingus safely?

Shower beforehand, use a dental dam if you can, and do not move from the anus to the vulva without washing or changing the barrier.

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