Andre Galvão accused of sexual assault
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I wish it is not true but sounds really bad so far. No pity for him and the consequences if indeed guilty. https://www.instagram.com[...]Zobm5ocg== |
"Does anybody actually get surprised when this stuff happens anymore?" What do you mean, "anymore"? This is the nature of man, humanity, Since man couldn't speak, After, And all the rest. This universe kills us. That is guaranteed. Life consumes life, Even trees, Crowd each other out, Greedily, for sunlight, Despite their shared root systems. |
I don't know 100% about this case, only what the internet says and i only can judge if he would be convicted and not only accused, although the allegations i read on the internet sound serious ... Independent of that specific situation, I feel very sorry for every victim of (sexual) violence, harassment or worse, independent of this specific case, especially in relation to Sports. It's always the (toxic) men, often in leadership roles (source of a german evaluation in relation to sexual violence and harassment in the context of sports; Rulofs, Bettina et al. (2022)). 94% of the offenders were men, only 3% were women.... 81% happened in a Sports team/ Club (only 3% in Sports lessons in schools or universities). From Gymnastiks (17%), Judo (7%), swimming team (7%), soccer team (10%) to other sports( 49%) 81% of the sexual offenders were the Coaches/Trainers/ Instructors, 19% of the offenders were other members (or in professional sports people like team doctors) It's really disgusting ! I can not understand how somebody can do this (especially as a father). Hope everyone of those convicted culprits get their deserved and just punishment! Working for more than a quarter century in Law Enforcement, i had to deal with lots of these kind of evil men .....disgusting for the german readers, source: https://www.klischeefrei-[...]s-im-sport |
Interesting, there have been some recent posts on my Book of Face, Where people like Jake Shields, and others besides, that I know personally, Are now saying they don't want their wives and girlfriends grappling with other men. Some of them seem to be taking a tone, that they would not allow it. On the one hand, as both men and women can be inappropriately salacious, Mixed sex type classes of heterosexuals, and same sex type homosexual classes, Always have those potentials. I tend to fall on the side, that the Dojo is not the Disco. And it tends to annoy me, when people treat the Dojo, like a Disco. Still, I know others that have found their spouse of years and decades on the mats. On yet another hand, men who say they will "not allow" their female sig others to grapple with men, Are laying down a boundary, to be in a relationship them, and that is legitimate. So long as the female or counter party consents, can lay similar boundaries, and is free to leave. Or vice-versa, for females that lay down similar boundaries to their male or female partners. Otherwise, the wrong tone combined with the wrong diction, begins to sound like one party, referring to the other as property, or chattel. And that objectification, combined with a lack of good judgement, I suspect contributes systemically, to the frequency of these events. Meaning a disposition to see others, as objects, or possessions to be possessed, rather than as people. As for me, as someone that used to investigate sexual predator cases, as a forensic investigator, I do not know any professionals in that line of work that allow their kids to do sleep overs. Nor that would ever allow their child to be alone with other adults, Without rigorous checks and balances, such as multiple adults present, Safety cameras running, etc, etc. This universe, is full of monsters, that are quite real. And even more, of humans who simply make bad choices. Or that are apathetic, or selfishly disinterested. I do not shame victims of predation, but I am in the business of helping people make themselves more difficult to be preyed upon. |
"Nope. The world is a pile of shit filled with piles of shit." Man, I wish I could argue with you brother. I'm the first to admit that I'm not perfect, nobody is, and I've made my fair share of mistakes. I've been an awful person at times myself, but never with malicious intent. Its hard for me to pass judgement on others, as I wouldn't want judgement passed upon me, but there is a wide divide between human mistakes and predatory behavior. |
As a father of a 14 year old daughter. There has been many times, I have had to tell my daughter, we don’t do sleep overs. “Oh Dad Everyone Does It. But you are not everyone.” It amazes myself when white belts come in and think they can use my academy as a meat market. Go to a bar and do that. Not in my academy. For every coach or professor that this comes out about, there are 100 or 1000 white belt men who make the training area a hostile environment. But if I do something about that, I will be told it is non-of my business what other students do on their own time. |
This is what we're doing to make sure the chances of grooming, which is what I understand is being alleged at Atos, are at an absolute minimum at our gym: 1) It's woman-owned: my wife is 51% owner, and yes, I understand that women can abuse and contribute to abuse, but I think the chances are lower for a variety of reasons. 2) All our kids instructors undergo a thorough background check. No domestic violence and no creepy kid stuff, at minimum. 3) All adult/child interactions are recorded on gym cam, including doors to bathrooms; it's one big open space. 4) The head instructor is safesport certified... I'm pretty sure Galvao is too, so if the allegations are true, obviously I'm glad that it's not the only thing we have going for ourselves. 5) IMHO, most importantly, we don't have an idol-worshipping culture. It's very easy for nefarious behavior to go undetected/ignored if the gym culture is such that a potential perpetrator is somehow almost like a deity in everyone's eyes. It's also worth mentioning that our gym is not nearly as big as Atos HQ, so there's less chance of anonymity. Also, as of yet, none of our underage competitors have needed to travel to a tournament without their parent(s) which is a bridge we'll cross when we get there. Anybody doing anything aside/ in addition to this list? The only other measure I can think of that we're not doing is having something like a 3rd party hotline or person someone can talk to who is not myself, my wife or someone who is otherwise affiliated with our organization. |
"This is what we're doing to make sure the chances of grooming, which is what I understand is being alleged at Atos, are at an absolute minimum at our gym: 1) It's woman-owned: my wife is 51% owner, and yes, I understand that women can abuse and contribute to abuse, but I think the chances are lower for a variety of reasons. 2) All our kids instructors undergo a thorough background check. No domestic violence and no creepy kid stuff, at minimum. 3) All adult/child interactions are recorded on gym cam, including doors to bathrooms; it's one big open space. 4) The head instructor is safesport certified... I'm pretty sure Galvao is too, so if the allegations are true, obviously I'm glad that it's not the only thing we have going for ourselves. 5) IMHO, most importantly, we don't have an idol-worshipping culture. It's very easy for nefarious behavior to go undetected/ignored if the gym culture is such that a potential perpetrator is somehow almost like a deity in everyone's eyes. It's also worth mentioning that our gym is not nearly as big as Atos HQ, so there's less chance of anonymity. Also, as of yet, none of our underage competitors have needed to travel to a tournament without their parent(s) which is a bridge we'll cross when we get there. Anybody doing anything aside/ in addition to this list? The only other measure I can think of that we're not doing is having something like a 3rd party hotline or person someone can talk to who is not myself, my wife or someone who is otherwise affiliated with our organization." Not really an addition to the list, but an observation made about almost all of those actions. Nobody has a record until they get caught. Background checks are definitely worthwhile and are pretty low hanging fruit, but a predator that's good at what they do is very hard to catch and won't show up on a background check. Also, certifications are all good and well, but training isn't going to make a predator change their mind any more than not taking the training will turn someone into a predator. A pretty sound argument can be made that child protection training is a really good way for a predator to learn how to not get caught. Bottom line: no matter what you learn about someone through a background check or how well credentialed they are, it is in your best interests to maintain the same high level of vigilance with everyone in your gym. |
"Background checks are definitely worthwhile and are pretty low hanging fruit, but a predator that's good at what they do is very hard to catch and won't show up on a background check" Maybe. But predators are also looking for low-hanging fruit. They don't want a challenge. They don't want anybody to fight back. I think the more effective safeguards we have in place, the better. |
"Maybe. But predators are also looking for low-hanging fruit. They don't want a challenge. They don't want anybody to fight back. I think the more effective safeguards we have in place, the better." The known presence of controls, Outside of known corruption of those who control the controls, Do help keep people from being tempted. As all accountants and auditors know. |
Galvao has issued a statement: OFFICIAL STATEMENT February 1st, 2026 Over the past few days, false rumors have circulated online alleging inappropriate conduct with female students. These claims are untrue and we are taking the proper legal steps to protect the integrity of ATOS. I have dedicated my life to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and to building academies where people can train safely, confidently and with dignity. I’m proud of our culture: respect, discipline and professionalism—on and off the mats. Our mat space is surrounded by staff, students, cameras and we have always worked to maintain a safe, respectful and transparent training environment. I will not engage in social media disputes, however, I will take the necessary measures to protect our community and my family’s name and I assure you that soon everything will come to light, especially the facts on why a few staff members left due to recent administrative and financial changes. This all started by someone who recently left ATOS before this whole thing happened and this person isn’t even stated in the rumors but obviously has a personal vendetta due to financial cuts and administrative decisions. Which aches our hearts to see such devious ways by someone who has been benefited so much through the years and who should have at least the minimum amount of gratitude and respect for the team. If you are a current student or parent and you have any concern or a question, I encourage you to reach out directly. We will take any genuine concern seriously and address it through the proper channels—not through vague accusations on social media. To everyone that has supported our academy and our team: thank you. We will continue focusing on what matters—providing world-class instruction in a respectful environment and keeping our academy a place where all students can grow. In the end I have faith that the truth will prevail. I stand alongside my family, Sarah and Angelica through all tribulations. God bless you all. Andre Galvao |
"This all started by someone who recently left ATOS before this whole thing happened and this person isn’t even stated in the rumors but obviously has a personal vendetta due to financial cuts and administrative decisions. Which aches our hearts to see such devious ways by someone who has been benefited so much through the years and who should have at least the minimum amount of gratitude and respect for the team." Plot twist: It's a conspiracy!!! "People just need to be more grateful to us for stuff they've paid us for" |
"Plot twist: It's a conspiracy!!! "People just need to be more grateful to us for stuff they've paid us for"" Disgruntled parties sometimes do make false accusations. Humans are liars. That being said, humans also prey on each other in other ways, including sexual assault, and all the rest. Galvao has said he is pursuing legal action. There is a lower standard of proof for civil suits, than criminal guilt. If for example, he pursues defamation claims. But, if court actions of any kind are initiated, we can expect discovery to follow, And, then everyone's texts, dm's, emails, about the matter, all can be ordered to be provided, Directly from the devices, Teleco's, ISP's email account providers, and social media. Both the accused, and the accusers, and other parties of interest to the matter. So, vamos ver. |
"IBJJF made a distancing statement without mentioning any names. Mainly about what they have in place regarding background checks, safesport, etc." I read that as well. Seems like all the accusations I've read have been in situations on the mat during sparring that probably can't be corroborated by anybody, or by video (i.e. ear licking, sexual noises, etc). Hopefully the truth comes to light, one way or another. |
