Another Former Atos Athlete Accuses André Galvão of S*xual Harassment , Shares Disturbing Detailed Statement

Another former Atos athlete, identified as 'Athlete B,' has come forward with detailed accusations of sexual harassment against André Galvão, the head coach of Atos. This follows previous allegations made by 'Athlete A' in late 2023. Athlete B's statement, shared by 'Athlete A' on Instagram, describes a pattern of inappropriate behavior, including unwanted touching, suggestive comments, and attempts to isolate her, which began shortly after she joined Atos in 2021.

The allegations detail instances where Galvão allegedly touched Athlete B inappropriately during training and private conversations, made comments about her appearance, and pressured her to spend time alone with him. Athlete B claims she felt uncomfortable and trapped, fearing repercussions for her career if she rejected his advances. She also describes how Galvão allegedly used his position of authority to manipulate and control her, creating a hostile environment.

Athlete B's statement further alleges that Galvão attempted to discredit Athlete A's initial accusations and that the Atos organization failed to address the issues adequately. She claims that Galvão's wife, Angelica Galvão, was aware of the situation but did not intervene effectively. The statement highlights a perceived culture of silence and fear within Atos, where athletes are hesitant to speak out due to potential damage to their careers and reputations.

These new accusations intensify the scrutiny on André Galvão and Atos, raising serious concerns within the BJJ community about athlete safety, accountability for coaches, and the handling of harassment claims within prominent gyms. The detailed nature of Athlete B's statement, corroborating aspects of Athlete A's earlier claims, underscores the need for thorough investigation and transparent action from the BJJ governing bodies and the Atos organization.