How To Have An Anal Orgasm: 5 Practical Tips

Anal orgasms are an intense type of climax that may feel like the radiation of pleasure from deep inside your body (all the more reason to experiment with anal play!). 

Read How to Prepare for Anal Sex: 5 Things you Need to Know

And the great news is, pretty much anyone can have an anal orgasm. In those of us with male sex organs, the prostate is responsible for everything anal pleasure.

For people with female sex organs, stimulation of an area known as the “A-spot”, located right at the top of the vagina is to thank.

Interested in opening up this new world of pleasure for yourself or your partner? 

If you’re completely new to the world of anal, take a look at our guide on preparing for anal play.

If you’ve got the preparation down, here are our top tips on achieving anal orgasm!

How to have an anal orgasm?

Get comfortable with anal play

As we’ve already mentioned, preparation is key here, and the more comfortable you are with anal play, the more likely it is that you will be able to achieve orgasm.

Think about it – this is really no different to any other type of orgasm.

The key to reaching climax is largely down to trusting your partner and being able to completely let go and relax.

Try out toys to find the right sensation for you

There are a ton of toys out there that are dedicated to butt action, each offering a different type of experience. If you like the feeling of anal fullness, a classic butt plug combined with clitoral stimulation might be just the ticket for you.

Alternatively, perhaps you prefer the feeling of having your anal sphincter massaged (the muscles around the entrance to your butt). If this is more your style, anal beads may offer the perfect sensation.

Ensure any toys you use are anal-safe to avoid an embarrassing trip to the ER!

We also reviewed a couple of butt plugs too, see our sex toys reviews.

Adjust your positioning

If you’re having sex with a partner, many of the most well-loved sex positions allow the opportunity to introduce some butt action (whether this is full penetration or simply a bit of external massage or teasing).

Lying face-down is absolutely ideal for incorporating anal play, as are positions like doggy and cowgirl.

Never underestimate lube!

Unlike the vagina, the anus is not self-lubricating, and adding a generous amount of lube can enhance your anal experience tenfold.

In fact, not using lube for anal sex can lead to skin tears and an increased risk of infection.

Not to mention, the whole experience (including reaching orgasm) is going to be a lot more difficult and potentially painful unlubricated.

By reducing the risk of pain and allowing things to progress a little more smoothly, a generous portion of lube could well make the difference between an uncomfortable experience and the relaxation required to reach the finish line.

Read The Best Lube for Anal.

Have another type of orgasm first

For those of us who have a vagina, it can sometimes be easier to have a clitoral or vaginal orgasm first before attempting to reach anal-O.

This may seem counterproductive, but having an orgasm is a great way to get the endorphins flowing, leaving you feeling much more mentally relaxed. And what’s more, having a pre-orgasm may help those anal muscles relax.

Particularly if you don’t have a great deal of experience in anal, preparing well and ensuring you are as relaxed as possible are both absolutely key. 

Figuring out what works for you is just as important to reach anal orgasm as it is for any other type of climax.

And let’s be honest, the exploration can be just as fun as the outcome!