Located
on 35 lush green acres in beautiful Bucks County, PA, Painted Dreams Horse Farm
students learn not only riding skills but emphasis is placed on horsemanship
skills that develop riders into safe, responsible, and educated equine
enthusiasts. We strive to create riders that understand equine instinct
and behaviors -- a skill that will allow them to become excellent communicators
with their mounts, even as a beginner. We are not a competition barn, and
strive to create enhanced self esteem in our riders. We value teamwork
and sportsmanship. At Painted Dreams Farm, safety is our highest priority.
We place great emphasis on matching the rider with his/her mount to create
the most beneficial learning environment. 
We
teach many disciplines of riding lessons including English (Hunt Seat and Jumpers),
Western Pleasure, and Dressage. Children and adults can choose one lesson discipline
or may sample all of them.
Give us a call today to take a tour or to schedule a horse riding lesson. 215.598.7370 • Download our Brochure
Maria Mendonca-Collito owns and runs Painted Dreams Farm with her two children Andrew and Morgan. She always had a passion for horses, from riding to competing. Owning her own horse facility remained one of her dreams and goals throughout her adult life.
Ms. Mendonca is a nationally certified instructor by the American Riding Instructors Association in both Western Pleasure and Hunt Seat On The Flat.
After finishing her Bachelors of Science at Boston University and one of her Master's degrees in Medicine at Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT she was finally able to pursue her passion for horses in earnest… She began showing horses as a young adult with her wonderful Paint horses, and was very successful in her endeavors.
Ms. Mendonca built and created PDF as a way to make horseback riding accessible and enjoyable to all types of riders with a wide range of goals and dreams. Ms. Mendonca has built her business based on honesty, respect, and communication. She values teamwork, sportsmanship, and responsibility in her students, a combination she feels creates not only self esteem, but lifelong sense of accomplishment.
Alyssa Anema
Alyssa brings to Painted Dreams over 20 years experience riding, teaching, and working with horses. She is certified by the American Riding Instructors Association in both Hunt Seat and Dressage, and has a well-rounded education in multiple disciplines including Eventing, Hunters, and Jumpers.
As a young rider, Alyssa worked at the local farm in exchange for lessons and had fun showing in Hunters and Equitation. After attending Rutgers University, Alyssa pursued her passion for the sport of Eventing by taking a two year apprenticeship with Julie Atherton, an international Event competitor. While under Julie's tutelage, Alyssa spent these dedicated years taking lessons, competing, training young prospects, and learning everything from horse care to stable management. Over the next few years, Alyssa went on to continue her education with several other jobs including an apprenticeship with FEI Dressage competitor Donna Day. She also trained and competed her own horse, Just Another Step, not only in Jumpers and Eventing, but also to place reserve in the Hunters at the prestigious Sussex County Farm and Horse show.
After taking a year off after the birth of her daughter Kristin, Alyssa went on to teaching full time. Her students value her patient and passionate approach to teaching, with focus on developing communication and partnership between horse and rider. Alyssa is dedicated to helping every student reach their individual goals, from competition to pleasure riding.
Alyssa is thrilled to be part of the Painted Dreams Farm family.
Kim Adelberger
Kim Adelberger is pleased to join Painted Dreams Farm bringing more than 16 years of Equine experience. She is a certified instructor though American Riding Instructors Association. Kim grew up riding and competing throughout Bucks County in both Eventing and Jumpers. She received a Bachelors Degree from the University of New Hampshire in Equine Science, which gained her new perspective on teaching horse back riding and equine sports medicine. During her free time at school Kim spent 3 years as a working student for USDF Bronze Medallist and FEI competitor Laura Mitchell at Beltane Dressage. Here Kim worked and rode with Laura growing to love dressage while aiding in riding, training and breaking horses. 
Kim continued her education in the international Eventing Arena by spending a summer abroad in Ireland grooming, working and riding for Olympic Eventer Joseph Murphy. During this time Kim had the opportunity to travel throughout Ireland, England and Scotland to 3* and 4* events such as Bramham and Burghley Horse Trials while learning the ins and outs of international competition. Kim enjoys teaching all students from the first time rider to the serious competitor. She addresses her students' goals and helps them achieve that goal whether it be comfortably going down the trail or showing and competing. Kim’s lessons take on a fun and safe atmosphere, while emphasizing horsemanship and developing a relationship between horse and rider.
Amanda Enwright
Amanda Enwright is proud to offer over 15 years of equestrian experience, along with a degree in Special Education and Elementary Education from Kutztown University. Amanda is certified by the American Riding Instructors Association (ARIA). Her main focus is teaching her students all the various aspects of horsemanship. During a riding lesson, students will participate in various fun activities and games that will enhance their balance and connection with their horse. Amanda welcomes all ages of students, beginners through advanced. Though developing students into show riders is not her main focus, she can be seen showing regularly with her students at a variety of horse shows ranging from schooling shows to rated venues. Her disciplines include hunter, jumper, equitation, western pleasure, gaming, and drill team. Amanda schools, re-trains, and starts young horses as well.
Krista Oswald
Ever since she was a child she had a love for horses.
Krista has been riding for over 12 years in many different disciplines.
She has focused mainly on jumpers, hunters, and gymkhana, but has experience
with Driving, Dressage, Polo, and Western Pleasure. She has competed extensively
in Jumpers. Krista recently graduated with a B.S. in Animal Science/ Concentration
in Equine Studies from the University of Connecticut. She is passionate
about sharing her knowledge of horses. Krista strives to develop a safe environment -- for both rider and horse -- during her lessons, along with emphasizing horsemanship. She also likes to introduce something new to her students every lesson, while maintaining a fun atmosphere.
At Painted Dreams Farm, Krista has accomplished many
of her dreams. Krista has two horses of her own. Simon, a 13-year-old Quarter Horse, whom Krista has worked with since he was
6. Tinker, her 3-year-old Morgan mare, was her training horse from school
with whom she fell in love, and she followed her home to Pennsylvania!
 Cactus--Our OLD Man & Andrew |
 BJ, Lenny & Friends |
 Booker |
 Charlie |
 Chester |
 Cody |
 Fluffy |
 Gunner |
 Janie |
 Lenny |
 Lightening's Favorite Girl |
 Romance |
 Lily Flies |
 Looking Good Cody |
 Megan on Ollie |
 Mischief Working Hard |
 Molly and Dolly |
 Tonka |
 Mikey Goes Western |
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 Rocky |
 Romance With Me |
 Spirit |
 Stormy |
 Taboo |
 Tiff and Stormy |
 Buzz |
