The Amazonian Sex Position: A Power Reversal Guide

I suggested the amazonian to my partner after reading about it online. He was skeptical. Lie on my back with my legs up while you do the work. Seems weird. But he went along with it. The first thing he said afterward was I get it now. Something about surrendering control and just receiving changed the experience for him completely.

The amazonian is a position that deliberately flips traditional dynamics. Instead of the penetrating partner on top in control the woman takes the dominant position above while he lies back. It looks different. It feels different. For couples curious about role reversal without diving into elaborate power play it offers a physical way to experience that switch.

What This Position Actually Is

In the amazonian the man lies on his back with his legs raised and bent. Similar to how a woman might position herself in missionary. The woman kneels or squats between his legs facing him and lowers herself onto him. She controls everything. Depth. Angle. Rhythm. He lies in a receiving position.

The name comes from the legendary Amazon warriors. Women who were powerful and dominant. The position embodies that energy without requiring any elaborate setup or equipment.

How to Get Into It

He lies on his back on the bed and brings his knees up toward his chest with legs bent. She kneels between his spread thighs facing him. She positions herself over him and lowers down. His legs can rest against her torso or over her shoulders. She uses her thighs to move up and down or grind.

He has options for his legs. Bent with feet flat is more relaxed and easier to start with. Knees pulled to chest gives more access and a more intense visual. Legs over her shoulders creates the maximum role reversal feeling. Legs wrapped around her offers more connection but less of the extreme power dynamic.

She has options too. Kneeling is more sustainable with an easier rhythm. Squatting is more athletic but allows deeper movement range. Leaning forward changes the angle and allows kissing. Staying upright gives full visual dominance.

Why It Feels Different

For couples who want to explore switching roles without elaborate setups the amazonian provides a straightforward physical reversal. He is in the receptive position. She is doing the work. The visual alone communicates a different power structure than most positions.

She completely controls depth and angle and pace. This lets her find the exact angle that stimulates her G spot. She can control depth to avoid cervical discomfort. She sets a rhythm that builds her orgasm. She takes charge when she knows what she needs.

For him being in the receptive position creates a different psychological experience. Surrendering control can be both relaxing and arousing. The visual of her above and in charge is exciting for many men. He has less physical work so he can focus purely on sensation. The angle also stimulates him differently than other positions.

For couples in a routine positions that feel genuinely different can reignite excitement. The amazonian does not feel like a minor variation on something familiar. It is a distinct experience.

Making It Work

This position requires him to maintain erection without being in control of the stimulation. He can touch himself to maintain arousal if needed. Starting after sufficient foreplay when erection is strong helps. A cock ring can help maintain firmness. Do not stress if it takes practice since the angle is unusual for most men.

She is doing the physical work. The squat position particularly demands leg strength. Starting with kneeling rather than squatting is easier. Switching to grinding motions when thighs tire extends how long you can stay in the position. Using his body for support and balance helps. Taking breaks or switching positions when needed is completely fine.

The penetration angle is different from standard positions. It may take adjustment to find what feels good. Experimenting with leaning forward versus staying upright makes a difference. His leg position matters. Higher versus lower changes everything. Her hip angle during movement affects sensation for both partners.

Variations

Amazon with support has her holding his ankles or calves for balance and leverage. This allows more powerful movement and his legs provide something to push against.

Leaning amazon has her lean forward over him. This allows face to face contact and kissing and a different penetration angle. Less visually dramatic but more intimate.

Reverse amazonian has her face away from him while in the same basic position. Different visual. Different sensation. Still maintains the power dynamic.

Assisted amazon has him use his hands on her hips to help with the movement. This reduces her workload while she still controls the overall dynamic.

The Mental Side

Being in the dominant position can feel empowering for women who typically take more passive roles. It is an opportunity to take what she wants without waiting. To set the pace that works for her pleasure. To experience being the one in control. To see her partner in a vulnerable position.

For him surrendering control requires trust and can be its own form of intimacy. Freedom from performance pressure. Experiencing vulnerability with a trusted partner. Seeing her confident and in charge. A break from always initiating or leading.

When Things Feel Off

This feels awkward is common. New positions often feel awkward at first. Give it more than one try before deciding it is not for you. Laugh through the adjustment period rather than getting frustrated.

Some men struggle with not being in control. This can be about ego or habit or genuine preference. If he is willing to try but uncomfortable start with less extreme versions where he maintains some control through his hands or movement.

If she does not feel dominant enough remember that dominance is not just physical position. It is attitude. If the position appeals but she does not feel dominant she can focus on the physical sensations and control rather than performing a role that does not feel natural.

The squat version is athletic. If it is too much work switch to kneeling. Use grinding instead of bouncing. Know that it is fine to move to other positions when tired.

Who This Works For

Good candidates include couples curious about power dynamic reversal. Those where she wants complete control over sensation. Partners who enjoy visual novelty. Couples exploring light dominant submissive dynamics. When he wants to relax and just receive.

This may not suit those uncomfortable with power play concepts. If flexibility limitations make his position difficult. When she has knee or leg issues that prevent the movement. Couples who prefer more mutual simultaneous movement.

What This Comes Down To

The amazonian is not about domination or submission in any heavy sense. It is simply a position that reverses typical physical dynamics. Some couples love how different it feels. Others try it once and move on. Both responses are valid.

If the idea of her being in control and him receiving appeals to either or both of you it is worth exploring. Approach it with playfulness rather than performance pressure. The goal is mutual pleasure. Sometimes that comes from trying something completely different from your usual pattern.