From G-spot to core-gasms and full-bodied pleasure – the 11 different types of orgasm and how to have each one

MOST of us have a pretty good idea of what turns us on and how to make our body feel good.

But when it comes to orgasms, you might have only reached the tip of the iceberg.

That's because clitoral or vaginal stimulation isn't the only route to reaching one.

Certified somatic sexologist and sex counsellor told Sun Health: "There are so many ways the body can build pleasure and reach orgasm, and many of them will surprise you."

She listed not one, not two... but 11 different ways your body can reach climax.

They range from ones you might already be familiar with - like clitoral, vaginal or anal orgasms - to nipple-gasms and full body eruptions.

Whether you're flying solo or jumping into bed with a partner, here are 11 different ways you can reach the big O.

1. External clitoral orgasms

This type of orgasm seems to be the most common, according to Alice.

"Given the head of the clitoris has over 10,000 nerve endings and is the most sensitive part of the human body, that's not too surprising," she said.

"According to various studies, around 70 to 85 per cent of people with vulvas say they need some form of external clitoral stimulation in order to build arousal and reach orgasm."

External stimulation involves touching the head - also known as the glans - and shaft of the clitoris.

There are a few ways to do this, both on your own and with a partner, according to Alice.

You can:

• Use your hand to stimulate or massage your clit
• Use a vibrator, air suction toy or shower head
• Put pressure on your clit by grinding against a pillow, bed, or even someone's body

2. Internal clitoral orgasms

I know you're thinking: 'Hang on, there's two kinds of clitoral orgasms?'

That because there's much more to your clit than the head.

"The clitoris is a whole network that runs under the surface of the skin," Alice said.

"What you see on the outside of the body - the glans - is only the tip of the iceberg."

This little happy button is actually between seven and 4.3in (11cm) in size, with most of it "living under the surface of the skin, branching out either side of the opening to the vagina and downwards in two ‘legs’ and two ‘bulbs’".

Alice told Sun Health: "The entire clitoris is very sensitive and fills up with blood during arousal, and can be stimulated both externally -with vulva and labia massage - and internally, near the entrance to the vagina.

"Rather than just focusing on the tip, it's a great idea to stimulate the rest of the clitoris, vulva, and vagina too.

"This stops the glans becoming over sensitive and results in more full-bodied pleasure."

3. G-spot orgasms 

"These are a type of internal vaginal orgasm," Alice said.

You can reach a G-spot orgasms - also known as G-crest or G-zone orgasms - by "stimulating the upper wall of the vagina with fingers, a penis or a toy".

In a post on her website, Alice explains a way to locate this spot that can lead to "knee shaking orgasms" for some.

Like the clit, the G-spot is made out of erectile tissue that fills with blood when you're turned on, becoming "bigger, more sensitive, and more pleasurable to touch".

To reach it, think "in and up" heading towards your belly button, Alice advised.

"For some people, their G-spot is very near the outside of the body - only a centimetre or so inside the vagina - but for most people it’s about one or two inches or so inside," the sexologist explained

If it's too deep to reach with your fingers, vibrators and wands can definitely come in handy.

Your G-spot tends to feel slightly ribbed and textured - but it probably won't feel good to stimulate it unless you're aroused.

G-spot orgasms "can feel very intense", Alice warned.

"Stimulation here might also trigger squirting or female ejaculation which can be another form of peak pleasure experience - but isn't always an orgasm" she added.

4. Cervix orgasms

Vaginal orgasms don't end there, according to the sexologist.

"Going deeper inside the vagina is the cervix, which can also lead to very powerful and intense internal orgasms," Alice went on.

"Sadly many people associate this part of their body with pain, not pleasure, during sex due to accidental 'bumps' in certain positions."

She emphasised that you should never feel pain during sex.

"When we listen to our body, slow down, and build pleasure at our own pace, we can have even more pleasurable experiences," Alice added.

5. Blended orgasms

Just clitoral or vaginal orgasms can feel pretty damn good - but you can upgrade them by stimulating more than one spot.

Alice explained: "When we are getting great stimulation in two - or more - erogenous zones, that's what is sometimes called a blended orgasm.

"For example, when we are having pleasurable penetrative sex while also stimulating the external clitoris."

6. Anal orgasms

For many people, their bum might be a no-go zone.

But Alice argues that you might be missing out on lot of pleasure.

She said it's a "very sensitive erogenous zone both externally and internally".