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The Handicapped Scuba Association HSA founded in the 1980s is the leader in disabled dive training. HSA operates as an independent training and certifying agency and offers programs in conjunction with PADI NAUI SDI and SSI. Handicapped Scuba Associations program was developed at the University of CaliforniaIrvine and is recognized by the Council for National Cooperation in Aquatics CNCA Undersea Medical Society UMS and Our World Underwater OWU which together formed the basis for the Physical Performance Standards used today in the Multilevel Certification for Divers with Disabilities and Veteran Rehabilitation. AQUANAUTS ADAPTIVE AQUATICS under the direction of Executive Director Worth OBrien offers SCUBA lessons and courses.