2 Part Lesson — Marcelo puts the cart before the horse in terms of non-telegraphically passing without first establishing stabilizing controls: [I] Passing from Combat-Base (Suwariwaza; Sonkyo, Kikyo, Tatehiza, Hanza, Yankii, et al.) is the intermediary method between Kneeling and Standing that affords the top player a balance of Speed and Stability. Beware of your susceptibility to any Ankle Pick style Sweeps while holding this position against the guard player. Act at the appropriate distance, as you just begin to come into contact with his grips, to best initiate your pass for success. Immediately look for Underhook & Head Control after you land the Knee Slide Pass with Collar & Elbow Control. [II] If your opponent begins to turn over onto his side into your position before you can switch control, keep the Collar & Elbow Control and guide the opponent to the Turtle Position for a Snap-Down Go-Behind. Secure the Seatbelt and either look for the Hooks or Crucifix.