hammer (someone) into shape

Translations
воспитывать (кого-то), приводить (кого-то) в порядок
The coach had to hammer the new recruits into shape.
Тренер должен был привести новобранцев в порядок.
Definitions
To forcefully train, discipline, or improve someone so that they meet a required standard, often using strict or harsh methods.
Words
shape

noun
форма
hammer

verb
забивать