Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
Definition
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness.
W-2 Filing Instructions
Enter "608" in Box 14b (TTOC). Report qualified tips in Box 12 using Code TP.
Also Known As
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Common Examples
Aerobics trainer, yoga instructor, personal trainer
No Tax on Tips eligibility
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors are on the Treasury's tipped-occupation list, so tips earned in this role can qualify for the No Tax on Tips federal deduction — up to $25,000 per year in qualified tips for tax years 2025–2028 (income limits apply; FICA taxes still apply to tips).
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FAQ: TTOC code 608
What is TTOC code 608?
TTOC code 608 is the Treasury Tipped Occupation Code for exercise trainers and group fitness instructors. Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness.
Where does TTOC code 608 go on the W-2?
Enter "608" in Box 14b (TTOC). Report qualified tips in Box 12 using Code TP.
Do exercise trainers and group fitness instructors qualify for the No Tax on Tips deduction?
Yes — exercise trainers and group fitness instructors (TTOC 608) are on the Treasury's tipped-occupation list, which defines the occupations eligible for the No Tax on Tips deduction of up to $25,000 per year in qualified tips (2025–2028, income limits apply). FICA taxes still apply to tips.
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