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Mao De Vaca: The Art of The Wrist Lock by Andre Galvao

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.
  • Taught by André Galvão, a living legend and the most accomplished BJJ competitor in combined Gi and No-Gi history



Course Content

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Volume 1

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Intro 0
Wrist Lock Tips 0:43
Steven Seagal Wrist Lock 1:12
Reverse Wrist Lock From Mount 8:05
Transitioning to S mount 18:02
From Wrist Lock to Arm Bar 25:15 - (34:03)

Volume 2

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Mouse Trap Wrist Lock From Mount 0
Shoulder Pin Wrist Lock 7:49
Shoulder Pin Wrist Lock From Side Control 14:30
Mouse Trap Wrist Lock 21:25
Kimura Wrist Lock 30:06 - (35:51)

Volume 3

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Fake Arm Bar Wrist Lock From Back 0
Wrist Lock Variations From Arm Bar 5:20
Steven Seagal Wrist Lock From Closed Guard 23:41
Reverse Wrist Lock From Closed Guard 31:40
Cross Choke Reverse Wrist Lock 36:46 - (40:18)

Volume 4

CHAPTER TITLE

START TIME

Steven Seagal Wrist Lock From Cross Choke 0
Fredson Paixao Wrist Lock 3:59
FP Wrist Lock From Triangle 8:04
Steven Seagal Wrist Lock From Triangle 11:22
Wrist Lock Variations From Arm Bar 15:07
Crucifix Wrist Lock 21:42
Osvaldo Alves Wrist Lock 24:49
Steven Seagal 2.0 30:55
Food for Thought - Small Story Telling 35:02 - (39:35)

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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

  • The Fundamentals of Mão de Vaca
    Understand the mechanics, grips, and body positioning that make wristlocks effective at every level.

  • High-Percentage Wristlocks for Gi and No-Gi
    Learn how André adapts wristlock attacks to both rule sets without sacrificing control or safety.

  • Setups from Dominant Positions
    Apply wristlocks naturally from top control, guard passing, scrambles, and transitions.

  • Chaining Wristlocks with Submissions
    Combine wristlocks with armbars, kimuras, back takes, and positional advances.

  • Timing Over Strength
    Discover how to finish wristlocks using leverage and precision—no brute force required.

  • Competition-Proven Concepts
    Every technique is rooted in elite-level competition and decades of championship experience.


Why This Course Is Different

  • Taught by André Galvão, a living legend and the most accomplished BJJ competitor in combined Gi and No-Gi history

  • Focuses on concepts and systems, not just isolated techniques

  • Suitable for all belt levels, from curious beginners to seasoned competitors

  • Elevates your submission awareness, control, and tactical intelligence


Who This Is For

  • Practitioners who want to add a new dimension to their submission game

  • Competitors looking for unexpected, high-percentage attacks

  • Coaches seeking to expand their students’ understanding of control and leverage

  • Any jiu-jitsu athlete who wants to learn directly from one of the greatest of all time

What Exactly Do You Get?

Part 1

  • Intro
  • Wrist Lock Tips
  • Steven Seagal Wrist Lock
  • Reverse Wrist Lock From Mount
  • Transitioning to S mount
  • From Wrist Lock to Arm Bar


Part 2

  • Mouse Trap Wrist Lock From Mount
  • Shoulder Pin Wrist Lock
  • Shoulder Pin Wrist Lock From Side Control
  • Mouse Trap Wrist Lock
  • Kimura Wrist Lock

Part 3

  • Fake Arm Bar Wrist Lock From Back
  • Wrist Lock Variations From Arm Bar
  • Steven Seagal Wrist Lock From Closed Guard
  • Reverse Wrist Lock From Closed Guard
  • Cross Choke Reverse Wrist Lock


Part 4

  • Steven Seagal Wrist Lock From Cross Choke
  • Fredson Paixao Wrist Lock
  • FP Wrist Lock From Triangle
  • Steven Seagal Wrist Lock From Triangle
  • Wrist Lock Variations From Arm Bar
  • Crucifix Wrist Lock
  • Osvaldo Alves Wrist Lock
  • Steven Seagal 2.0
  • Food for Thought - Small Story Telling

 

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