Usually not claimable
Can I claim gym membership on tax?
Gym memberships are usually private expenses and are generally not deductible for most employees.
General guidance for Australian tax deductions only, not personal tax advice.
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Find my missed deductionsWhen gym membership may be claimable
- A direct and specific work-related fitness requirement must be demonstrated.
- The expense must go beyond general health or personal fitness.
When it is usually not claimable
- General fitness or wellbeing use is not claimable.
- Most salaried employees cannot claim standard gym fees.
Records to keep
- Proof of payment
- Evidence of direct work-related necessity
Quick answer
Usually not claimable. Whether you can claim gym membership usually comes down to work-related use, whether you paid for it yourself, whether any private portion is excluded, and whether you can support the claim with records.
Verify with current ATO guidance
ATO: Occupation and industry specific guidesATO: Records you need to keepATO: Work-related deductions
Deductly guide last reviewed: 2026-04-16