The initiative is aimed to inspire children aged from five to eight to pick up a racquet for the first time.

It offers a free six-week course led by specially trained coaches and will also give 20,000 children a free racquet.

The LTA says more than half of the 13,290 who took part in 2016 continued to play after completing the course and encouraged friends to sign up.

"As someone who has played tennis since I was a child, I know first-hand how wonderful the sport is, whether you choose to play competitively or socially," said former British number one Annabel Croft.

"It's something you can continue to enjoy throughout your life.

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"It's fantastic to be a part of a scheme that is continuing to give the younger generation a chance to get involved."

As the courses are designed for children taking up tennis, exercises focus on core skills such as agility, balance and co-ordination.

Beyond the practical side of the sport, the sessions also teach children how to work with a partner and become a valuable member of a team.

"The reaction to Tennis for Kids has been phenomenal," added LTA chief executive Michael Downey.

"The GB Davis Cup Team is the inspiration behind this project and it's wonderful that we can further fulfil their legacy next year."

Find out more about how you sign up to the Tennis for Kids campaign here.