The wristlock is fast, technical, and devastating when applied correctly—but few truly understand it. In Mão de Vaca: The Art of the Wristlock, André Galvão breaks down this highly effective submission system with the clarity and depth only a true legend can provide.
- As the winningest competitor in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu history across Gi and No-Gi, André Galvão has faced—and defeated—the best athletes of multiple generations. In this course, he reveals how wristlocks fit seamlessly into high-level jiu-jitsu, not as gimmicks, but as precise, intelligent tools that elevate your overall game.
- This is not about cheap tricks. It’s about timing, control, leverage, and dominance—the Galvão way.
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Taught by André Galvão, a living legend and the most accomplished BJJ competitor in combined Gi and No-Gi history
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What Will You Learn?
Master One of Jiu-Jitsu’s Most Misunderstood Weapons—From the Greatest to Ever Do It
The wristlock is fast, technical, and devastating when applied correctly—but few truly understand it. In Mão de Vaca: The Art of the Wristlock, André Galvão breaks down this highly effective submission system with the clarity and depth only a true legend can provide.
As the winningest competitor in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu history across Gi and No-Gi, André Galvão has faced—and defeated—the best athletes of multiple generations. In this course, he reveals how wristlocks fit seamlessly into high-level jiu-jitsu, not as gimmicks, but as precise, intelligent tools that elevate your overall game.
This is not about cheap tricks. It’s about timing, control, leverage, and dominance—the Galvão way.
What You’ll Learn
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The Fundamentals of Mão de Vaca
Understand the mechanics, grips, and body positioning that make wristlocks effective at every level.
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High-Percentage Wristlocks for Gi and No-Gi
Learn how André adapts wristlock attacks to both rule sets without sacrificing control or safety.
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Setups from Dominant Positions
Apply wristlocks naturally from top control, guard passing, scrambles, and transitions.
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Chaining Wristlocks with Submissions
Combine wristlocks with armbars, kimuras, back takes, and positional advances.
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Timing Over Strength
Discover how to finish wristlocks using leverage and precision—no brute force required.
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Competition-Proven Concepts
Every technique is rooted in elite-level competition and decades of championship experience.
Why This Course Is Different
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Taught by André Galvão, a living legend and the most accomplished BJJ competitor in combined Gi and No-Gi history
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Focuses on concepts and systems, not just isolated techniques
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Suitable for all belt levels, from curious beginners to seasoned competitors
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Elevates your submission awareness, control, and tactical intelligence
Who This Is For
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Practitioners who want to add a new dimension to their submission game
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Competitors looking for unexpected, high-percentage attacks
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Coaches seeking to expand their students’ understanding of control and leverage
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Any jiu-jitsu athlete who wants to learn directly from one of the greatest of all time
What Exactly Do You Get?
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