The Tuggerah Tuffs Winter Swimming Club was formed in 1967 by members of the local surf clubs. The Tuggerah Tuffs became officially affiliated with the NSW Winter Swimming Association May 25 1967.

The Tuggerah Tuffs compete at The Entrance Ocean Baths every Sunday from the 1st Sunday in May until the second Sunday in September each year.

The Tuffs have over 70 members ranging in age from Primary School aged boys to swimmers in their 80’s.