Spanking

Spanking in a kink or BDSM context refers to the consensual act of hitting a partner, either with hands or implements. Strikes are usually applied to the buttocks region and can be for fun or punishment. Receiving roles include but are not limited to bottoms, masochists and submissive types. ### Types of Spanking First there are two key sensations you can create with spanking, thuddy or stingy. - Thuddy Spank: Should feel more broad and be less stringy while sounding like a "thub." After the spank, leave your hand on the spanked area to soothe. - Stingy Spank: Spank and quickly pull back with hand or tool for more of a sting. If you spank with tools, what you choose will also impact the sensation it produces. ### Spanking Techniques There are so many ways to spank a person. What you choose will depend on you and your partner's abilities and preferences. Here are a few options. - *Gravity Spank: Just allow the hand to fall on the area. Intensity can be increased by distancing the hand from the area before allowing the hand to naturally drop. This can also be done with a light stick. - Cupped Hand Spank: Cup your hand (like cupping a hand for swimming) and spank lightly on the area. This spank is less intense and sounds nice. - Spanking Grab: Spank like normal and grab the area (this feels good for those who enjoy a good smoothing out of the area). This is also good for grabbing some cheek or a good pinch and hold. - Side Fist Spank: Form your hand in a fist, but move your thumb up, and use the smooth surface facing the wrist, but focus on the four closed fingers and palm to spank. This is not punching but thud spanking, creating a nice thudding sensation. - Arm Spank: Use your arm across the person's butt on both cheeks. Feels like heavy force instead of thudding. - Stiff Hand Spank: This is is a spanking technique where the person giving the spanking keeps their wrist firm and relatively straight, generating the strike from the shoulder and elbow rather than flicking the wrist. This should be used with care because it can hurt the spanker, but it can be used with a timing pace. The reason why it should not be used repeatedly is because it can sprain the wrist. In addition, it is wise to spank and smooth the surface to create a nice sensation. Common spanking positions include: - Over the knees - On all fours - Standing - Bent over furniture - Lying flat ### Safety and Consent When it comes to spanking, more flesh is safer. That's why the butt and thighs are common targets. If you want more pain, you do not have to smooth the surface between strikes. If you want the impact and the soothing feel, smooth the area after spanking each time. It's also a good idea to build to more intense spanking. This allows the receiver to gauge what they can handle. As with all kink scenes, it's a good idea to have a safe word and do some verbal or non-verbal check-ins to ensure that consent and well-being remain intact. Aftercare may include cuddling, hydration, blankets, soothing touch, affirming words, or topical care (like arnica or cold packs if agreed upon).