The Deep Cultivator: reverse straddle with her seated on the floor
The Deep Cultivator is an unusual reverse position on the floor: here it is the penetrating partner who turns his back. She sits on the floor and leans back on one hand, with her legs open and stretched out. He straddles her pelvis facing her feet, puts one knee and one hand on the floor in front of him and stretches his other leg straight back alongside her. He leans forward and moves his hips; to see her, he has to look back over his shoulder. It demands strength and balance, and care with the angle of the penis.
Also known as: The Cultivator
Anatomy and biomechanics
She sits on the floor with her torso reclined and her weight on one hand placed behind her; her other hand is free. Her legs are open and extended: one runs forward beneath him and the other lies stretched to the side. He kneels over her pelvis with his back to her face: one knee and one hand rest on the floor in front of him, and his other leg is stretched straight back, close to her body, with the foot on the floor. His torso leans forward, so the penis has to bend backwards and downwards to enter, which limits depth to a medium level. He sets the rhythm with short hip movements. The load falls on his supporting wrist and knee and on her supporting wrist. There is no eye contact and little body contact beyond the hips.
Why this position works
Some couples try it for its novelty: it reverses the usual roles, since the penetrating partner is the one who turns his back. The angle of entry is unusual and some people find the sensation different from more common positions, although it varies from person to person. She can watch his back and hips moving and has one hand free to touch herself. It is a playful, demanding position for short moments rather than a long or intimate session: there is no eye contact and no kissing.
Variations of this position
Variation 1: she reclines on both forearms
She lowers her torso onto both forearms instead of one hand, which spares her wrist and lowers her pelvis.
Instead of holding herself up on one straight arm, she leans further back and rests on both forearms. Her wrist is spared and her pelvis tilts slightly, which changes the angle of entry a little. She loses her free hand, and he must take care not to drop his weight onto her as she is lower.
- Start in the basic position, with her sitting and leaning on one hand.
- She bends her supporting arm and lowers herself onto one forearm, then onto the other.
- He adjusts the position of his front knee and hand so his hips stay above hers.
- Resume with short, slow movements and check that the angle feels comfortable for both of you.
Variation 2: he kneels on both knees, steadier
He brings his stretched leg forward and kneels on both knees, which makes the position steadier and less tiring.
Instead of stretching one leg straight back, he kneels with both knees on the floor, one on each side of her hips, still facing away from her. His base is wider, so he needs less strength and balance, and he can use both hands on the floor or on her shins. Movements become shorter. The backward bend of the penis is the same, so the same care applies.
- From the basic position, he pauses and keeps still.
- He brings his stretched leg forward and places that knee on the floor beside her hip.
- He rests his hands on the floor in front of him or lightly on her legs, without putting weight on them.
- Continue with short, controlled hip movements.
Variation 3: cushion under her hips, gentler angle
She sits on a firm cushion so her pelvis is higher and the penis has to bend back less.
The only change is a firm cushion or folded pillow under her buttocks. Her pelvis rises closer to his, so he does not have to lean forward as much and the penis bends back less to enter. Entry is easier and the position more comfortable for him, though penetration may be a little shallower.
- She sits on a firm cushion and leans back on one hand, legs open and stretched out.
- He straddles her pelvis facing away from her, with one knee and one hand on the floor.
- He guides the penis in by hand, checking that the angle does not feel forced.
- Move slowly and adjust the cushion height if he still needs to bend a lot.
✓ Tips
- Get into position slowly: he straddles her first and only then guides the penis in by hand.
- The penis has to bend backwards to enter; keep movements short and controlled, and stop immediately if he feels pain or the penis slips out. A forced angle can injure it.
- Use lubricant so that entry is smooth and needs no pushing.
- Do not let his weight fall onto her pelvis; he holds himself up with his knee, hand and foot.
- Her supporting wrist and his supporting knee take the load: use a rug or mat and change sides if they ache.
- Agree on a simple word or gesture to stop, since you cannot see each other's faces.
Key facts
- Interaction type
- Vaginal penetration in a reverse position
- Active anatomy
- Penis
- Receptive anatomy
- Vagina
- Main stimulation
- Vaginal penetration at an unusual reverse angle, of medium depth
- Setups and participants
- Couple · 2 people Hetero
Frequently asked questions
Is this position suitable for beginners?
Not really: it requires balance, strength in his arms and legs and good coordination. It is better to try it once you are comfortable with other reverse positions, moving slowly.
Is there a risk for the penis?
Yes. Because he faces away from her, the penis bends backwards to enter. Short, controlled movements, lubricant and stopping at the first sign of pain reduce the risk.
Can we see each other?
Only if he turns his head over his shoulder. If eye contact matters to you, a face-to-face position will suit you better.
How can it be made easier?
He can rest both knees on the floor, or she can sit on a firm cushion so that her pelvis is higher and the angle less forced.
Safety and evidence
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.
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