About Us
About Daidalos
Sapientia, Scientia, Imperium.
In ancient Greek mythology, Daidalos is a respected master craftsman, artist and innovator. He is most famously known as the architect of the Labyrinth on Crete and father of Ikaros. Ikaros is the boy who flew too close to the sun, melted his wings away and subsequently fell to his death. A tale teaching mortals for centuries the dangers of complacency and hubris.
But Daidalos continued to live on past the death of his son and created a legacy with many brilliant and notable accomplishments that he is known for today. He flew back to Sicily, built a temple in the name of Apollo, then began innovating as he traveled across Greece. He is credited with inventing carpentry and tools to compliment it such as the saw, axe, drill, glue, and isinglass.
Inspired by this legacy, the goal of Daidalos Athletics is to emulate the master craftsman’s essence. By personifying the pillars which embody the mythical ideology of Daidalos, the journey becomes helping fellow humans pursue their apex in life and sport.
Sapientia | Wisdom
Wisdom is the ability to discern qualities and have good judgment. Decision making is a skill, but making the correct decision takes experience. When you lack experience, it’s to those seasoned in life, such as our elders, we look to for assistance. Same should be said for our body and mind.
Scientia | Knowledge
Knowledge is measured by the capacity of both practical and theoretical facts. Simply knowing isn’t enough. There are always others who know more. We must always seek the masters and scholars of our crafts to acquire the fruit of their knowledge. We must learn from their experiences.
Imperium | Power
Power is the capacity to act. In physics, it’s the ability to complete work over time. Learn to harness your physical power to feed the body strength. Use a strong body to ease the treacherous storm which exists in your psyche.
Head coach & Owner
Samuel Chang
I’ll be more than willing to tell anyone I was born with left hemiplegia, a derivative of cerebral palsy. I’ll follow it up by telling you, I’ve never been an athlete and never competed. Then who am I to coach? My diagnosis from childhood is the reason why I became a student of human movement. I dedicated my studies to gain a scientific understanding of why I walk with a limp.
Since then, I developed an obsession over the barbell and found the sports of CrossFit and Weightlifting. I’ve dedicated my life to studying the art and science of sport performance. I crave for the knowledge and ability to augment a body into a strength machine. I remain a savant and apprentice of world-renowned coaches and continue to learn from those who become my clients and athletes.
It’s now my turn to pay it forward. By combining the wisdom, knowledge and skills I have earned, I envision myself joining the journey of those who seek prosperity in life.
Education
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE
B.S., Exercise Science
Certifications
USA Weightlifting L2
Continuing Education
Takano Athletics Weightlifting Coaching Education Program
Waxman’s Gym Certified Coach
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