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Venus Mount: oral sex standing over a partner lying on the sofa

The Venus Mount is an oral sex position on the vulva that uses the end of a sofa. The giving partner lies on their back along the seat with the head on the armrest, and the receiving partner stands on the floor astride their head, knees slightly bent, lowering the pelvis to their mouth. There is no penetration: the focus is on the vulva and clitoris, and the person standing controls the height, pressure and rhythm.

Also known as: Insatiable clitoris · Standing face-sitting

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Illustration of Venus Mount: Oral sex on the vulva: one partner lies on the sofa and the other stands astride their head.
Anatomy and biomechanics

The giving partner lies on their back along the sofa, legs stretched out on the seat and head resting on the armrest. The receiving partner stands on the floor at that end, feet apart on either side of the armrest, torso upright and facing away from the giving partner's body, and bends the knees to bring the vulva down to the mouth. The giving partner's hands rest on the receiving partner's hips and thighs, guiding and steadying them. There is no eye contact and body contact is minimal; the load falls on the giving partner's neck and on the standing partner's semi-bent knees.

Why this position works

Some people enjoy the sense of control it gives the receiving partner, who can adjust height, pressure and movement simply by bending or straightening the knees. The giving partner has easy access to the vulva and clitoris and can use their hands to guide the hips. For some couples, the novelty of using the sofa and the standing position adds an element of play.

Power Play Sensory Exploration Maximized Clitoral Stimulation Medium Non-Penetrative Interaction

Variations of this position

Variation 1: leaning forward with the hands on the thighs

The standing partner leans the torso forward and rests the hands on their own thighs.

Leaning forward shifts part of the weight onto the arms, eases the knees and slightly changes the angle of the vulva over the mouth.

  1. Start in the basic position, with the giving partner lying on the sofa and the head on the armrest.
  2. The standing partner bends forward from the hips and rests both hands just above the knees.
  3. Lower the pelvis gently until the giving partner can reach the vulva comfortably.
  4. Use the forward lean to adjust pressure: lean more to lift, straighten up to come closer.

Variation 2: the standing partner turns to face along the sofa

The standing partner turns around to face the giving partner's body instead of facing away.

The orientation over the face is reversed: the standing partner can lean the hands on the sofa back or on the giving partner's chest and see their body, while the tongue meets the vulva from the opposite side.

  1. The giving partner lies along the sofa with the head on the armrest, as in the basic position.
  2. The standing partner turns to face down the length of the sofa, feet still on either side of the armrest.
  3. Bend the knees and, if needed, rest the hands on the sofa back for support.
  4. Lower the pelvis slowly and adjust height and pressure together.

Variation 3: on a bed with the head at the edge

The same position on a bed: the giving partner lies with the head at the edge of the mattress, supported by a pillow.

Without an armrest, the head rests on a pillow at the edge, so the neck is flatter; the standing partner may need to bend the knees more if the bed is low.

  1. The giving partner lies on their back across or along the bed, with the head at the edge on a firm pillow.
  2. The standing partner stands on the floor at the edge, feet on either side of the giving partner's head.
  3. Bend the knees until the vulva is within reach, keeping the torso upright.
  4. Keep the agreed signal for pauses and adjust the pillow if the neck tires.

✓ Tips
  • Put a cushion under the giving partner's head and neck so the armrest does not force the neck into a sharp bend.
  • The standing partner controls the pressure: lower the pelvis gradually and never rest full body weight on the giving partner's face.
  • Agree on a clear signal (a tap on the thigh, for example) so the giving partner can ask for space to breathe at any time.
  • If the knees tire, rest the hands on the thighs or pause and stand up straight.
  • To lower the risk of STIs, you can use a dental dam or a condom cut open.
  • Stop if there is neck pain, difficulty breathing or any discomfort.
Interaction type
Oral sex on the vulva, receiving partner standing
Active anatomy
Mouth and tongue
Receptive anatomy
Vulva and clitoris
Main stimulation
Oral stimulation of the vulva and clitoris
Setups and participants
Couple · 2 people Hetero

Frequently asked questions

Is there penetration in the Venus Mount?

No. It is an oral sex position on the vulva; the giving partner uses the mouth and can add a hand on the hips or thighs.

Who controls the rhythm?

Mainly the receiving partner, who stands and decides how low to go and how to move the hips. The giving partner guides with their hands and can always ask for a pause.

Is it tiring?

It requires a moderate effort: the standing partner keeps the knees bent, and the giving partner keeps the neck on the armrest. Short sessions and a cushion make it more comfortable.

Which couples can do it?

Any couple in which the receiving partner has a vulva; the giving partner can be of any sex.

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