How do we make a glider move?

Question

physics

Answer 1

the combination of two forces creating other forces.

i.e. gravity and wind creating lift - gravity pulls down on the heavist part of the glider (the nose) and air resistance pushes on the flaps as it falls to keep the nose up so that the glider moves forward quicker than it falls.

Answer 2

For a large glider, with a pilot, it is generally
towed by an aeroplane. If near mountains, they
are released and they can "Ride" "Thermals" which are rising warm air currents. They can stay up for hours and travel long distances this way. They do have to have a landing spot available as they can't go anywhere beyond
their gliding range after thermals are gone.

Answer 3

A glider moves because it's launched by hand, rubberband, etc.