Hash House Harriers

The Cayman Islands Hash House Harriers are a social running group who, amongst other things, meet at different locations across Grand Cayman every Monday at 5:45pm to run approximately 4 miles. New members are always welcome!

The Hash House Harriers started in Cayman in 1978. With a history in the Far East that spans as far back as far as 50 years, the running of the Hash is no stranger to many across the globe. The premise of a traditional run or “hash” is simple: a group of strangers meet up at a predetermined place. There, they set out after the person in front (called the hare) who is the only one who knows the exact course.

Cayman’s Harriers also host the annual Cross-Island Relay. Every February runners attempt to tackle a 24-mile course from Gun Bay in East End to Truman Bodden Sports Complex in George Town. The runners, male and female, are organised into teams of six as each participant is responsible for a four-mile leg. 

“Running is a form of exercise. Everyone needs some to stay healthy. To me running is the most efficient form of exercise there is and shows results quicker than other sports. The Hash for me combines socialising and exercising at the same time. It’s about people who want to exercise in a group with other people.”

For more information, and to view the current running schedule, visit the Hash website at www.caymanhash.com.

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